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1. eNon Contact EF Detection An antenna is located along the top right end of the clamp jaw which detects electric field surrounds energized conductors It is ideal for tracing live wiring connections locating wiring breakage and to distinguish between live or earth connections eProbe Contact EF Detection For more precise indication of live wires such as distinguishing between live and ground connections use the Red test probe for direct contact measurements PC computer interface capabilities The instrument equips with an optical isolated interface port at the meter back for data communication Optional purchase PC interface kit BRUA 19X is required to connect 11 the meter to the PC computer RS232 or USB ports Press and hold the HOLD button while turning the meter on to enable meter PC COMM output Hold The hold feature freezes the display for later view Press the HOLD button momentarily and release to toggle the hold feature 5ms CREST MAX capture mode Press CREST HOLD button for one second or more and release to activate CREST MAX capture Instantaneous Peak Hold mode to capture signal peak of voltage or current in duration as short as 5ms The LCD C 8 MAX turn on Press again the button momentarily and release can toggle the combination use of HOLD feature Press the button for 1 second or m
2. Not specified for fundamental frequency gt 400Hz 2 Accuracy linearly decreases from 2 50d 200Hz to 7 80d 400Hz 4 80d 2 60d CREST MAX Capture Mode Accuracy Specified accuracy plus 250 digits for changes gt 5ms in duration Ohm AutoCheck Ohm 1 6 000MQ 1 2 5d 40 00MQ 2 3 5d Open Circuit Voltage 0 45VDC typical 1 AutoCheck M Ohm Threshold lt 10 00MQ nominal Audible Continuity Tester Audible Threshold Between 10Q and 200Q Response time 32ms approx Capacitance RANGE Accuracy 0 00nF 600 0nF 6 000uF 2 0 5d 3 5 5d2 4 0 5d2 Accuracies with film capacitor or better 2 Temperature Coefficient 0 25 x specified accuracy C 0 C 18 C or 28 C 40 C Diode Tester RANGE 1 000V 1 0 3d Test Current 0 56mA typically Open Circuit Voltage lt 1 8VDC typically DCA Current Clamp on RANGE 200 0A 2 0 5d Induced error from adjacent current carrying conductor lt 0 1A A Specified with Relative Zero A mode applied to offset the non zero residual readings if any Temperature Model 197 only RANGE 50 C 1000 C 0 3 4d 58 F 1832 F 0 3 6d K type thermocouple range amp accuracy not included ACA Current Clamp on RANGE OHz 60Hz 00 0A 2 0 5d 500A 2 5 5d 00 2000A 3 0 5d 0Hz 50Hz amp 60Hz 400Hz 00 0A 500A 00 1000A 1000 2000A True RMS Crest Factor Model 197 only lt 1 4 1 at full scale amp
3. USER S MANUAL BM195 BM197 Versatile Clamp on Multimeter Series ERYMEN BRIGHT PEOPLE S CHOICE 1 1 SAFETY This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed for operating the instrument safely and maintaining the instrument in a safe operating condition If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired The meter protection rating against the users is double insulation per IEC EN61010 1 2nd Ed UL61010 1 2nd Ed CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 0 92 IEC EN61010 2 032 UL61010B 2 032 CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 2 032 04 8 IEC EN61010 031 2002 A1 2008 Measurement Category IV 1000V AC amp DC Per IEC61010 1 2010 OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II CAT Il is for equipment intended to be supplied from the building wiring It applies both to plug connected equipment and to PERMANENTLY CONNECTED EQUIPMENT OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY Ill CAT Ill is for equipment intended to form part of a building wiring installation Such equipment includes socket outlets fuse panels and some MAINS installation control equipment OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV CAT IV is for equipment installed at or near the origin of the electrical supply to a building between the building entrance and the main distribution board Such equipment may include electricity tariff meters and primary overcurrent protection devices TERMS IN THIS MANUAL WARNING
4. lt 2 8 1 at half scale induced error from adjacent current carrying conductor lt 0 1A A Accuracy 1 DC ACA Current Clamp on Model 197 Only C 50Hz 60Hz 00 0A 2000A 3 0 8d 0Hz 50Hz amp 60Hz 400Hz 00 0A 1000A 1000 2000A True RMS Crest Factor lt 1 4 1 at full scale amp lt 2 8 1 at half scale induced error from adjacent current carrying conductor lt 0 1A A 2Specified with Relative Zero A mode applied to offset the non zero residual readings if any Hz Line Level Frequency Sensitivity Sres Re Function Accuracy 0 1 4d VED sensitivity linearly decreases from 10 F S 200Hz to 40 F S 400Hz Non Contact EF Detection Bar Graph Indication 20V tolerance 10V 36V Typical Voltage 55V tolerance 23V 85V 110V tolerance 59V 600V Indication Bar graph segments amp audible beep tones proportional to the field strength Detection Frequency 50 60Hz Detection Antenna Top side of the stationary jaw Probe Contact EF Detection For more precise indication of live wires such as distinguishing between live and ground connections use the Red test probe for direct contact measurement NOTE LIMITED WARRANTY BRYMEN warrants to the original product purchaser that each product it manufactures will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service within a period of one year from the dat
5. most appropriate voltage ranges and thus the Hz trigger levels to best cope with most VFD Voltage and VFD Frequency applications Note The Hz trigger level is determined by the AC DC AC Voltage or Current function range being in use Press RANGE button to select different function ranges and thus trigger levels manually DCV amp DC ACV 42 Model 197 only functions Inputs are made through the test leads terminals Defaults at DCV Function Press SELECT button momentarily and release to select DC ACV 2 ACA 12 DCA 8 DC ACA Z Model 197 only functions Input is made through the clamp jaws for non invasive current measurements Defaults at ACA z Function Press SELECT button momentarily and release to select the subject functions in sequence T CAUTION Application and removal of the Clamp on meter For non invasive current measurements press the jaw trigger and clamp the jaws around conductor s of only one single pole of a circuit for load current measurement Make sure the jaws are completely closed or else it will introduce measurement errors Enclosing conductor s of more than one pole of a circuit may result in differential current like identifying leakage curre
6. the circuit to obtain an accurate measurement reading 8 2 When using Capacitance function discharge capacitor s before making any measurements Large value capacitors should be discharged through an appropriate resistance load Temperature function Model 197 only a Defaults at C Celsius readings Press SELECT button momentarily and release to select F Fahrenheit readings Inputs are made through the test leads terminals Be sure to insert the banana plug type K temperature bead probe Bkp60 with correct polarities You can also use a plug adapter Bkb32 Optional purchase with banana pins to type K socket to adapt other type K standard mini plug temperature probes 10 Electric Field EF Detection In Voltage or Current function press the EF button for one second or more and release to toggle to EF Detection feature The meter displays E F when it is ready Signal strength is indicated as a series of bar graph segments on the display together with variable beep tones
7. 61000 3 2 EN61000 3 3 EN61000 4 2 EN61000 4 3 EN61000 4 4 EN61000 4 5 EN61000 4 6 EN61000 4 8 EN61000 4 11 In an RF field of 3V m Capacitance function is not specified Other function ranges Total Accuracy Specified Accuracy 200 digits Performance above 3V m is not specified Power Supply 1 5V AA Size IEC LR6 battery X 2 Power Consumption Typical 14mA for Current functions and 5 2mA for others Low Battery Below approx 2 4V APO Timing Idle for 34 minutes APO Consumption 10uA typical Dimension L264mm X W97mm X H43mm Weight 608 gm Jaw opening amp Conductor diameter 55mm max Accessories Test leads pair user s manual Bkp60 banana plug K type thermocouple x 1 Model 197 only Optional purchase accessories USB interface kit BRUA 19X BKB32 banana plug to type K socket plug adaptor Model 197 only Special Features AutoCheck V8 amp Q VFD V amp VFD Hz Backlighted LCD Model 197 only 5ms CREST MAX Capture mode Peak Hold Auto ranging Relative Zero mode Display Hold EF Detection NCV Optional Interface capabilities with PC computers 15 Electrical Specifications Accuracy is reading digits number of digits or otherwise specified at 23 C 5 C 8 less than 75 relative humidity True RMS model 197 voltage accuracies are specified from 5 to 100 of range or otherwise specified Maximum Crest Factor lt 1 4 1 at full scale amp lt 2 8 1 at half scale and with frequency components within t
8. FF position when the meter is not in use Disabling Auto Power Off Press and hold the SELECT button while turning the meter on to temporarily disable the Auto Power Off APO feature Turn the rotary switch OFF and then back on to resume 5 MAINTENANCE WARNING To avoid electrical shock disconnect the meter from any circuit remove the test leads from the input jacks and turn OFF the meter before opening the case Do not operate with open case Trouble Shooting If the instrument fails to operate check batteries and test leads etc and replace as necessary Double check operating procedure as described in this user s manual If the instrument voltage resistance input terminal has subjected to high voltage transient caused by lightning or switching surge to the system under test by accident or abnormal conditions of operation the protective impedance components in series might be blown off become high impedance like fuses to protect the user and the instrument Most measuring functions through this terminal will then be open circuit Such components should then be replaced by qualified technician Refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining warranty or repairing service Accuracy and Calibration Accuracy is specified for a period of one year after calibration Periodic calibration at intervals of one year is recommended to maintain meter accuracy Refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining calibration repairing or w
9. amp ACA accuracy is specified 10 Hall effect Clamp Jaw for AC amp DC current magnetic field 4 4 OPERATION CAUTION Before and after hazardous voltage measurements test the voltage function on a known source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning AutoCheck mode This innovative AutoCheck feature automatically selects measurement function of ACV z DCV or Resistance Q based on the input via test leads eWith no input the meter displays Auto when it is ready eWith no voltage signal but a resistance below 10M nominal is present the meter displays the resistance value When the resistance is below the Audible Threshold the meter further gives a continuity beep tone eWhen a signal above the voltage threshold of 1 5V DC or AC up to the rated 1000V is present the meter displays the voltage value in appropriate DCV or ACV whichever larger in peak magnitude Note Range Lock and Function Lock Feature When a measurement reading is being displayed in AutoCheck mode press the RANGE or SELECT button momentarily 1 time can lock the range or function it was in Press the button momentarily repeatedly to 5 step through the ranges or functions As Hazardous Alert When mak
10. arranty service Cleaning and Storage Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent do not use abrasives or solvents If the meter is not to be used for periods of longer than 60 days remove the batteries and store them separately Battery replacement The meter uses standard 1 5V AA Size IEC LR6 battery X 2 Loosen the 2 captive screws from the battery cover case Lift the battery cover case Replace the batteries Replace battery cover case Re fasten the screws GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Display 3 5 6 digits 6000 counts 8 3 1 2 digits 1 999 counts for Hz Polarity Automatic Update Rate 5 per second nominal Operating Temperature 0 C to 40 C Relative Humidity Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperature up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 C Pollution degree 2 Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C lt 80 R H with battery removed Altitude Operating below 2000m Temperature Coefficient nominal 0 15 x specified accuracy C 0 C 18 C or 28 C 40 C or otherwise specified Sensing Average sensing for model 195 True RMS for model 197 Safety Double insulation per IEC EN61010 1 2nd Ed UL61010 1 2nd Ed amp CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 0 92 to CAT IV 1000V AC amp DC Transient Protection 12kV 1 2 50us surge Overload Protections Clamp on jaws 2000A rms continuous 8 COM Terminals all other functions 1000V rms E M C Meets EN61326 1 2006 EN55022 EN
11. e of purchase BRYMEN s warranty does not apply to accessories fuses fusible resistors spark gaps batteries or any product which in BRYMEN s opinion has been misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling To obtain warranty service contact your nearest BRYMEN authorized agent or send the product with proof of purchase and description of the difficulty postage and insurance prepaid to BRYMEN TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION BRYMEN assumes no risk for damage in transit BRYMEN will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge However if BRYMEN determines that the failure was caused by misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling you will be billed for the repair THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE BRYMEN WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ERYMEN BRIGHT PEOPLE S CHOICE BRYMEN TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION TEL 886 2 2226 3396 FAX 886 2 2225 0025 http Awww brymen com EO PRINTED ON RECYCLABLE PAPER PLEASE RECYCLE COPYRIGHT O MMXII Btc ALL RIGHTS RESERVED P N 7M1C 1221 0000 PRINTED IN TAIWAN
12. g meter functions INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS A Caution Refer to the explanation in this Manual A Caution Risk of electric shock Earth Ground E Double Insulation or Reinforced insulation Fuse Nu AC Alternating Current DC Direct Current Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted 2 CENELEC Directives The instruments conform to CENELEC Low voltage directive 2006 95 EC and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 2004 108 EC 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION This user s manual uses only representative model s for illustrations Please refer specification details for function availability to each model 10 Ko A Ga ASS NA nee o a E A aaa El Clamp on DMM Y SU sl wn 00 a DOOD JB titi 1 1 Antenna for Non Contact EF Detection 2 Hand Finger Barrier to indicate the limits of safe access of the meter during measurement 3 Rotary switch Selector to turn the power ON OFF and Select a function 4 Push buttons for special functions amp features 5 Input Jack for all functions EXCEPT non invasive DCA amp ACA current functions 6 Common Ground reference Input Jack for all functions EXCEPT non invasive DCA amp ACA current functions 7 3 5 6 digits 6000 counts amp 3 1 2 digits 2000 counts dual numeric LCD display 8 Jaw trigger for opening the clamp jaw 9 Jaw center amp DCA polarity Indicator at where best DCA
13. he specified frequency bandwidth for non sinusoidal waveforms DC Voltage AC DC Voltage Model 197 Only RANGE RANGE DC 50Hz 400Hz 6 000V 60 00V i 600 0V amp 1000V dios 6 000V 60 00V 14 7d Input Impedance 10MQ 50 pF nominal 600 0V amp 1000V cas Input Impedance 10MQ 50 pF nominal AutoCheck DCV AutoCheck_ACV AutoCheck Lo Z DCV Threshold 6 000V 60 00V gt 1 5VDC amp lt 1 5VDC nominal 600 0V amp 1000V iba AutoCheck Lo Z DCV Input Impedance AutoCheck Lo Z ACV Threshold 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V amp 1000V 1 3 5d Initially approx 2 5KQ 600pF nominal gt 1 5V 50 60Hz nominal Impedance increases abruptly within a AutoCheck Lo Z ACV Input Impedance fraction of a second as display voltage is Initially approx 2 5KQ 600pF nominal above 50V typical Ended up impedances Impedance increases abruptly within a vs display voltages typically are fraction of a second as display voltage is 10kQ 100V above 50V typical Ended up impedances 60kG 300V vs display voltages typically are 200kQ 600V 10kQ 100V 420kQ 1000V 60kQ2 300V 200kQ 600V AC Voltage 420kQ 1000V RANGE 50Hz 400Hz 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V amp 1000V 1 2 5d Input Impedance 10MQ 50 pF nominal VFD_ACV with Low Pass Filter Accuracy RANGE 10Hz 20Hz 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V amp 1000V 20Hz 200Hz 6 000V 60 00V 600 0V amp 1000V 200Hz 400Hz 2 600 0V amp 1000V
14. identifies conditions and actions that could result in serious injury or even death to the user CAUTION identifies conditions and actions that could cause damage or malfunction in the instrument 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture The meter is intended only for indoor use To avoid electrical shock hazard observe the proper safety precautions when working with voltages above 60 VDC or 30 VAC rms These voltage levels pose a potential shock hazard to the user Before and after hazardous voltage measurements test the voltage function on a known source such as line voltage to determine proper meter functioning Keep your hands fingers behind the hand finger barriers of the meter and the test leads that indicate the limits of safe access of the hand held part during measurement Inspect test leads connectors and probes for damaged insulation or exposed metal before using the instrument If any defects are found replace them immediately Only use the test lead provided with the equipment or UL Listed Probe Assembly rated CAT IV 1000V or better This Clamp on meter is designed to apply around or remove from uninsulated hazardous live conductors But still individual protective equipment must be used if hazardous live parts in the installation where measurement is to be carried out could be accessible CAUTION Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changin
15. ing resistance measurements in AutoCheck mode an unexpected display of voltage readings alerts you that the object under test is being energized Ghost voltage Buster Ghost voltages are unwanted stray signals coupled from adjacent hard signals which confuse common multimeter voltage measurements Our AutoCheck mode provides low ramp up input impedance approx 2 5kQ at low voltage to drain ghost voltages leaving mainly hard signal values on meter readings It is an invaluable feature for precise indication of hard signals such as distinguishing between hot and open wires to ground in electrical installation applications WARNING AutoCheck mode input impedance increases abruptly from initial 2 5kQ to a few hundred kQ s on high voltage hard signals LoZ displays on the LCD to remind the users of being in such low impedance mode Peak initial load current while probing 1000VAC for example can be up to 566mA 1000V x 1 414 2 5kQ decreasing abruptly to approx 3 37mA 1000V x 1 414 420kQ within a fraction of a second Do not use AutoCheck mode on circuits that could be damaged by such low input impedance Instead use rotary switch selector y or Y high input impedance voltage modes to minimize loading for such circuits VFD ACV HZ amp ACV HZ functions Inputs are made through the test leads terminals VFD ACV 2 function is to deal with VFD Variable Frequency Device signals It however further pre selects the
16. nt measurement Locate the conductor s at the Jaws center as much as possible to get the best measuring accuracy For removal press the jaw trigger and remove the jaws from the conductor s Adjacent current carrying devices such as transformers motors and conductor wires will affect measurement accuracy Keep the jaws away from them as much as possible to minimize influence Q Resistance amp Continuity functions Inputs are made through the test leads terminals Defaults at Q Resistance Press SELECT button momentarily and release to select Continuity d Capacitance amp gt Diode functions Inputs are made through the test lead terminals Defaults at AF Capacitance Press SELECT button momentarily and release to select gt Diode Note When using Diode test function normal forward voltage drop forward biased for a good silicon diode is between 0 400V to 0 900V A reading higher than that indicates a leaky diode defective A zero reading indicates a shorted diode defective An OL indicates an open diode defective Reverse the test leads connections reverse biased across the diode The digital display shows OL if the diode is good Any other readings indicate the diode is resistive or shorted defective CAUTION 1 Using Resistance Continuity Diode or Capacitance function in a live circuit will produce false results and may damage the meter In many cases the suspected component s must be disconnected from
17. ore and release to exit CREST MAX capture mode Auto ranging and Auto Power Off are disabled automatically in this mode Backlighted LCD display Models 197 only Press the SELECT button for 1 second or more to toggle the LCD backlight The backlight will also be turned off automatically after 32 seconds to extend battery life Relative Zero A mode Relative Zero allows the user to offset the meter consecutive measurements with the main display displaying reading as the reference value Press the REL button momentarily and release to toggle Relative Zero mode Manual or Auto ranging Press the RANGE button momentarily and release to select manual ranging and the meter will remain in the range it was in the LCD turns off Press the button again to step through the ranges Press and hold the button for 1 second or more and release to resume auto ranging Note Manual ranging feature is not available in Hz and AF function ranges Set Beeper Off Press the RANGE button while turning the meter on to temporarily disable the Beeper feature Turn the rotary switch OFF and then back on to resume Auto Power Off APO The Auto Power Off APO mode turns the meter off automatically to extend battery life after approximately 34 minutes of no rotary switch or push button operations To wake up the meter from APO press the SELECT button momentarily and release or turn the 12 rotary switch OFF and then back on Always turn the rotary switch to the O

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