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1. Ni 42 elo a O NA 42 Ho237 DB9F and USB optical cables OptIORS LLL III I aa 42 Mocnanical CUA ACRONIS 42 Bi uuu ich aceasta hase ha ethene hak Sneek han EN E AA KM MENU Aa Nai Un EN UEM QUE RM MU 42 mois to aaa 42 sil ORBE a doin elu RUM pui uM uM edu DM MEM MEM M NM DN CM M CM SM DUM MUN M IURE 43 IVD 44 2 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters General instructions General instructions Introduction Q Symbols used on the instrument Precautions and safety measures A Definition of measurement categories before use during use You have just acquired a 100 000 count graphical multimeter Thank you for your trust in our products It complies with safety standard EN 61010 1 2001 double insulation relative to electronic measuring instruments For optimum service read this MANUAL carefully and comply with the operating precautions I gt Warning Risk of danger Refer to the operating MANUAL to find out the nature of the potential hazards and the action necessary to avoid such hazards Earth terminal Equipment protected throughout by double insulation The rubbish bin with a line through it means that in the European Union the product must undergo selective disposal for the recycling of el
2. 100pA 1 5 of R 30cts Mdb o E 3 of R 30cts 5 of R 30cts 100 A 1000 pA 2 5 of R 30cts MTX use Input Accuracy Resolution Protection MTX MTX 3283B impedance 45 Hz to 1 kHz 1kHzto4kHz 4kHzto 20 kHz 20 to 50 kHz ECIS ECIS ka Ho 0 5 of R 40cts 1 of Rt 30ctcs 5 30D NS approx 170 OANA EM o 100 mA approx 1 7 Q 11A 0 3 of R 30cts 1 5 of R 30cts approx 20A lt 30s 1000 mA 0 170 10 uA 10A approx 100 pA 1 5 of R 30cts 3 of R 30cts with the fuse delivered with the instrument 100 A range limited to 20 A In presence of a continuous component additional error I DC measured x 0 7 of reading 70cts A max overload of 20 A is acceptable for 30 s max with a pause of 5 min at least between each measurement From 7 A the measurement is limited to an ambient temperature of 40 C and a period of 1h30 with a pause of 15 min at least between each measurement opecifications valid from 1096 to 10096 of range for sinusoidal current Protection 1000 Vrms by ceramic HRC type fuse Fuse 1000 V 11 A gt 20 kA Cos gt 0 9 10 x 38 mm MTX 3282B e As soon as the PEAK symbol appears switch to AUTO PEAK mode MTX 3283B mA and UA range Additional error of 2 for a peak factor between 4 5 and 6 Additional error of 15 for a peak factor between 6 and 9 10 A range Zero up to peak factor of 6 Voltage drop 10A lt 400 mV 1mA 160 mV 10mA
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4. when the range is exceeded voltage or current on a 10 A measurement If the position of the leads and the function selected are incompatible Automatic Validation default or not of automatic shutdown sleep after 30 min if there shutdown sleep X has been no action on the multimeter s front panel during that time In SURV MEM and Communication modes automatic shutdown is not validated N For your safety automatic shutdown is inhibited when the values measured voltage current on the inputs exceed the danger thresholds indicator opposite displayed Contrast Modification of the value default 50 using the Y key e Validation of setting using hy key Display contrast d A long press on EN directly opens the menu validates the setting 14 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d Adjustment of back lighting Start up configuration Config Specific configurations of the instrument Filter Impedance dBm REF Selection of the back lighting deactivation time to limit the multimeter s energy consumption 6 times are possible 10 s 30 s 1 min 2 min 10 min or infinite no Seas avo the back lighting deactivation time is 2 min e In user mode the instrument restarts with the user s personal configuration and the main function selected when it was switched off e In basic mode by default the multimeter restarts with its
5. SURV e Consultation of recorded data by a SURV long press on the key ELM Start 27 03 2005 10 07 11 The data recorded is accompanied by the date time and surveillance range otop 27 03 2005 10 10 30 e Exit from consultation by a short Mini 1 0000 V press on the 27 03 2005 10 08 25 Max 2 5000 V 27 03 2005 10 09 25 Avg 1 3000 V 20 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d SPEC On the basis of the technical specifications the SPEC mode directly displays the tolerance of the measurement in progress so that there is no need to search for it and calculate it On the basis of the main measurement the display e indicates the specifications x of reading n digit according to the type of measurement the range selected and the frequency in AC and AC DC e calculates the interval containing the true value if the instrument is within its tolerance SMIN value gt minimum specification SMAX value gt maximum specification 2 Example In AC DC the AC DC specifications are 1 V calculated only if the frequency can be mu npn nm pnm pm pna measured see 8 SMIN 0 0930 V qu eno sex 1 0070 V 0 3 40 digits MEM e MEM mode records the contents of the digital display s in the memory of the instrument at a pre programmed rate e A short press on 5 3 starts a series of recordings e The MEM symbol flashes throughout the recor
6. 158 for MTX 3281B d Number of records by default 1 000 Reading the Select the Consult in th recorded data Recordings elec e consulit menu in the Function to view the list or successive records 28 03 05 10 40 40 Each recording is identified by its 28 03 05 10 41 08 start date and time 29 03 05 11 05 20 un of a recording using the 30 03 05 15 30 42 isl m e Validation the selection using the 5va 2s V y key d When selected a recording is accompanied by the number of values recorded the recording rate the function in which they were recorded the secondary functions present during recording if relevant Reminder The number of recording sequences is limited to 10 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 23 Functional description Functional description cont d Viewing the data The curve displayed is adapted to the graphical window according to its min in a recording and max values and the number of recordings MIN 8 2194 V Cursor value 4 MAX 9 9275 V epale c AVG 2 3211 V Max value of the selected function Cursor Display of zoomed part Zoomed part of recording Overall display of whole recording Min value of the selected function Function of graph V LM Qo S displayed 100 450 28 03 05 10 40 40 Cursor position Total no of records N Cursor date and time e Selection of the function principal or secondary to be displayed or of the selection icon
7. Replace the cover and retighten the screw e Without batteries the date and time are kept for ca 1 min in the instrument The measurements recorded are kept for an unlimited time 13 Functional description Functional description cont d Initial settings The general menu configures the parameters of the multimeter according to the conditions of use and the user s preferences e Opening of the Configuration menu with the AY key I e Selection of the General menu using the on keys and then the Y key General General Language En Contrast Date Time 1 Back light 10s Beep on Comm IR Sleep off IR baud 9600 Set language Back light auto off Choix langue delay Choice of language Selection of the language for the multimeter s menus Two options are available French Fr or English En default Setting the date and time Date and time Selection of the variables using the Y key e Modification of the value using UN keys 08 03 2005 e Clock validation and start up when menu is 10 03 45 closed using hy key Activation of the Validation default or not of audio signal beep when buzzer Beep akey is pressed there is a voltage of more than 60 VDC or 30 VAC on the V input a stable measurement is acquired in AUTO HOLD mode the power supply voltage battery is insufficient d The audio signal is maintained even when the buzzer is deactivated during continuity testing
8. 100 mO 1000 Vrms Detection threshold in continuity mode 120 Q response time 5 ms Active protection via CTP thermistor Maximum voltage on open circuit 4 V max 2 V typ Indication of junction voltage in the direction from 0 to 2 6 V in a single range 10 V range Accuracy 2 of reading 30cts Resolution 0 1 mV Measuring current lt 1 mA Maximum voltage developed on open circuit 4 V max Exceeded indication in reverse direction Active protection by CTP thermistor 1000 Vrms 100 000 count graphical multimeters 37 Technical specifications Technical specifications cont d Capacitance measurement T Temperature measurement with Pt 100 or Pt 1000 Temperature measurement with thermocouple J or K dBm measurement power decibels dB measurement voltage decibels 38 In this position you can measure the value of a capacitor 10 nF 1 of r 10cts 10 pF 100 nF 100 pF 1000 nF 196 of reading 10 uF ocis 10nF 1000 Veff 100 uF a nF 1000 uF 1 of r 15cts 5 s mF 1 5 of r 15cts 10 uF Use the REL function for values lt 10 of range to reset to residual zero compensation of the test lead capacity Resolution of 1000 points Automatic MANUAL range selection Active protection by CTP thermistor Maximum voltage delivered on open circuit 1 V typ 4 V max For measurements lower than 10 nF a shielded cable is recommended For a 2 wire
9. 180 mV 100 mA 180 mV 1000 mA 300 mV 100 000 count graphical multimeters 35 Technical specifications Technical specifications cont d Frequency measurement Main frequency Hz n this position you measure the frequency of a voltage AC Signals 1450 Vpk 0 02 of Rt 8cts 10 to 100 kHz 100 to 1000 kHz 1 MHz to 2 MHz Sensitivity applicable on rectangular signals only Range 0 8 Hz to 10 Hz 15 of range 25 of range 15 of range 15 of range 15 of range 10 Hz to 100 kHz 10 of range 20 of range 10 of range 10 of range 10 of range 0 0 100 to 500 kHz 20 of range ae ot ae i sange 20 of range ange range Freq KHz limited to 15 000 U applied V U applied V limited to 15 000 Freq kHz limited to 200 kHz The measurement is performed by capacitive coupling Selection of the MANUAL frequency range 900 kHz default or 900 kHz EJ via a short pressing of the key opposite Selection of voltage range in MANUAL mode possible via a long pressing of the key opposite Input resistance 10 MO Freq lt 100 Hz Maximum permanent acceptable voltage 1000 Vrms See Protection by varistors at the voltage input Parallel You measure the frequency and value of a voltage or a current voltage or current Resco or reguency ns function 100 to 1000 Hz 0 01 Hz 1450 Vdc 0 02 or R 8cts 1 min max 1000 Tene on 500 mV range Sensitivity applicab
10. 42 41 11 12 14 3 41 24 29 30 15 14 22 25 36 7 17 9 25 4 5 13 43 11 12 14 11 31 40 9 4 7 9 31 32 8 18 3 41 8 9 14 41 19 41 7 16 17 24 18 21 4 8 18 29 25 30 100 000 count graphical multimeters MAX measurement category MEM function MEM key MEM mode memory MIN monitoring N O NO HOLD mode optical cable optical link P parameters peak factor peak measurement PER period Pk peak power supply power unit Wall plug protection Pt100 sensor Pt1000 sensor pulse counting pulse width R range recharge charge recorded data recording REL resistance measurement resistive power RS 232 S safety secondary displays secondary functions sensor software kit SPEC function standby supply SURV SX DMM T TC J thermocouple TC K thermocouple temperature 20 21 24 3 9 23 24 8 5 8 14 21 22 24 20 21 24 29 8 18 29 31 42 43 5 30 18 25 39 25 25 12 14 41 10 37 41 43 3 5 13 7 T 39 40 18 10 13 20 23 20 24 29 30 8 9 17 18 47 37 16 25 26 39 5 9 31 42 43 3 4 10 42 8 9 9 23 25 36 17 38 43 31 21 14 43 5 8 9 14 20 31 32 7 17 7 17 3 11 33 35 40 100 000 count graphical multimeters Index temperature measurement terminal board thermocouple time traceability transient overvoltages type o
11. Additional error UDC U measured x 0 7 of reading 7Octs x Example UDC 2 V U measured 5 Vrms 3 additional error 0 28 of reading 28cts Rejection common mode gt 80 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz depending on selection Automatic or MANUAL selection of ranges Protection by varistors Maximum permanent acceptable voltage 1000 VACrms Specifications valid from 20 to 100 of range inthe 20 kHz to 200 kHz 20 kHz to 100 kHz 20 kHz to 50 kHz band MTX 3282 MTX 3281 d As soon as the PEAK symbol is displayed connect to AUTO PEAK Influence of peak factor on accuracy in VAC VAC DC at 50 of the range 196 for a peak factor between 4 5 and 6 e 5 for a peak factor between 6 and 9 In DC mode you measure the value of a DC voltage or the DC component of an AC voltage once the filter is activated see p 15 d The 100 mV range is present in MANUAL mode only Range 100 mV 1000 mV input impedance 100 mV 10 MO 1 GO 1000 mV 20 MQ 1 GO Resolution 10 V 100 V 1000 V 10 5 MO Input impedance Resolution 100 mV 10 MO 1 GO 1 uv 20 MO 1 GO 10 pV 10 5 MO 0 1 mV 10 MO 1 0 mV 10 MO 10 mV mms Protection 1450 Vpk Protection 1450 Vpk 0 1 of R 30cts 0 1 of R 8cts 0 2 of R 8cts Accuracy 0 1 od R 30cts 0 05 of R 8cts 0 03 of R 8cts 0 035 of R 8cts 0 1 of R 30cts 0 05 of R 8cts 1450 Vpk 0 02 of R 8cts 0 03 of R
12. COM port redefining the name of the connection and its icon if required then clicking on Next clicking on Finish to save the connection information You can verify that the connection has been created by viewing it using the software controlling your PC USB Bluetooth adapter NN For additional information refer to the Help menu Connect Disconnect Disconnect linked to the Bluetooth utility d With some Bluetooth adapters rebooting of the PC is recommended to validate the connection d The connection parameters are specific to each multimeter They must be assigned MANUAL Y but only the first time Communication with SX DMM software can begin without other Bluetooth configurations You must simply establish communication between the PC and the multimeter using the COM port configured previously Command SX DMM software Communication Parameters e Click on the Bluetooth Manager icon on the menu bar at the bottom of the screen e Click on the icon related to the multimeter in the window of the Bluetooth Parameters Software the icon of the menu bar must be displayed in green The PC USB Bluetooth adapter is used to communicate simultaneously with several multimeters in the MTX Mobile family For each multimeter you must repeat the previous configuration procedure while making sure to assign them a different COM port d Depending on the type of adapter first make a COM port available 100 000 count Graph
13. a women mn s oe eem ff seis ewe s for Tre ef meme e ejm pem I I E mwn ewm T meses ven mA rem a x Function MATH y Ax B MTX 3282B MTX 3283B FREQ Frequency measurement PER Period measurement dB Measurement of voltage decibels in dB dBm Measurement of power decibels in dBm with REF dBm REF Pk Measurement of positive peaks Pk Measurement of negative peaks CF Measurement of peak factor w Calculation of resistive power with REF W REF VxA Calculationofpower limited to 400 Hz DC Measurement of positive duty ratio JL DC Measurement of negative duty ratio LI PW Measurement of pulse width or of positive durations J L PW Measurement of pulse width or of negative durations CNT Counting of positive pulses T1 CNT Counting of negative pulses X Measurement reset to zero by pressing on key d For optimal use refer to S Technical Specifications 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 25 Functional description Functional description cont d Access to secondary functions cont d MTX 3283B Upon activation of dB measurements the value measured is taken as voltage reference V ref The calculation is as follows 20 log4o V measured V ref d The voltage reference V ref cannot be modified The MATH function is displayed when its parameters allow it see MATH Func For the dBm and
14. and then modify the range Activation deactivation of the REL relative mode When it is active a long press opens a window for setting the reference Activation deactivation of the display of the specifications for the function and range selected Activation of HOLD or AUTO HOLD mode deactivation NO HOLD e Selection using this key or the Ur keys e Validation using the YD key or after 2 s Activation deactivation of the SURV surveillance mode A long press opens a window for viewing the most recent records Closed by a short press Activation deactivation of the MEM automatic recording mode A long press opens the MEM Function menu Back lighting of the display in dark environments A long press opens the menu for adjusting the contrast on the LCD Selection of the functions for the 3 secondary displays e Selection by successive presses on this key e A long press can be used to exit from this mode 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Description of the instrument Description of the instrument cont d Inputs A COM Display foot of the screen E Graphical display d The graphical window and the bargraph constantly track the evolution of the measurement in the range selected Display of secondary functions d The main display and the bargraph constantly track the evolution of the measurement Input for voltage and frequency measurements diode tests resistance measurements continu
15. elementary configuration and the Volt AC DC function d Restart configuration indicated without leads connected If the leads are connected they will be taken into account for function selection Using the Measure menu you can adapt the instrument s configuration to the measurement environment Measure Filter Impedance e Opening of the Configuration menu with the key e Selection of the Measure menu using es 1G dBm REF W REF Filter activation the un keys and then the y key Activation of a filter to improve frequency rejection for measurements in low VDC mode d By default filter active Choice of the required input impedance on the 100 and 1000 mV 1 V ranges 100 mVDC and AC DC range 2 possible impedances 1 GO or 10 MO 1000 mV mVDC range 2 possible impedances 1 GO or 20 MO d By default 100 mV range 10 MQ 1000 mV range 20 MQ Adjustment of the reference resistance value dBm REF between 1 Q and 10 000 for measurements in dBm on VAC or VAC VDC voltages Set dBm ref 00600 ohm e Selection of the digit to be modified using the key e Modification of the value using the un keys e Validation of the reference resistance in dBm and exit from the menu using the AY key e Default value 600 2 Reminder A 0 dBm measurement with a 600 2 reference resistance is given on a voltage of 0 7746 VAC 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 15 Functional description Functi
16. range Q Capacity AUTO i C Pt 100 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d Access to main functions Connection of leads Functions authorized when connected on the V Q terminal l QP Functions authorized when connected to the A terminal f The input terminals are limited to 3 COM V Q gt 4 and A Connect the black lead to the COM socket for all measurements Voltage measurement Volt PEAK is displayed when a peak Pk Pk measurement of voltage is detected and when it is higher than the range of active voltage Measurement of Frequency Hz on a VAC voltage A 1st press gives access to Resistance measurements Ohm A 2nd press gives access to Continuity measurements A 3rd press gives access to Diode measurements HF A 1st press gives access to Temperature measurements according to the last configuration of the function A 2nd press gives access to the type of temperature measurement C F K Selection using the Un keys validation using the JD key or after 2 s Another press on this key while selecting the measurement type gives access to the type of sensors platinum probes Pt100 or Pt1000 only on MTX 3282B MTX 3283B thermocouples J or K TC J TC K g Selection using the on keys validation using the JD key or after 2 s Measurement of Capacitance Favorite measurement configurable by the user d For
17. range 10 mV to 1000 V Protection 1000 Vrms 100 000 count graphical multimeters Technical specifications Technical specifications cont d Peak measurement Pk Pk SURV Function MIN MAX AVG Resistive power W Power calculation VxA Duty ratio DC DC 1 Pulse counting CNT TL CNT 1 d Peak V t gt 250us 100 mV to 1000 V 3 of R 50cts 1000 Vrms Peak A t gt 250 us 1000 pA to 20 A 4 of R 50cts or 10 Arms Specifications valid from 20 of the range in A 10 of the range in V The value of the peak factor results from calculation Pk Pk 2 x Vrms Additional error for 250 us lt t lt 500 us 3 Measurement zero reset by pressing the key v Accuracy and rate id specifications Volt and Ampere measurements MTX 3281B MTX 3282B MTX 3283B Display of measurement in relative power in relation to a resistance reference W REF adjustable from 1 to 10 000 Q factory adjusted to 50 Q The function performed is measured voltage W REF unit W measured current W REF unit W Ranges DC and AC Resolution 100 uW Accuracy 2 x accuracy in VDC or VAC in 96 Protection 1000 Vrms In AC and AC DC voltage measurement this calculation is limited to 400 Hz The current measurement is always performed in AC DC Accuracy typical V measurement accuracy Peak A measurement accuracy The connection on the COM input must be short and of large diameter in order t
18. resistive power measurements see Measurement menu for the adjustment of related reference resistances dBm REF W REF and to know the calculation formulas MTX 3282B MTX 3283B The calculation of power V x A VA requests a 3rd connection to the A input connected to the same circuit in order to measure simultaneously DC voltage main display DC power display 3 measurement always in AC DC d The link on the COM input must be short and have a large diameter in order to limit the voltage drop which influences the Volt measurement Wu V COMA 26 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d MATH function The MATH function y Ax B enables measuring any physical quantity in Volts 0 10 V process or high voltage probe for example Amperes current loop 4 20 mA or current clamp for example Frequency output measurement rotation speeds for example Ohms resistive position for example and converting it and to assign the adequate unit to obtain the direct reading of the original parameter on the instrument Depending on the parameter measured the device calculates the related MATH function The programming takes place in 4 phases Selection of parameter X measured V A Hz Definition of coefficient A of function y Ax B Definition of coefficient B of function y Ax B Definition of physical unit to be displayed d Coefficients A B and the
19. see front panel illustration e Connect the power pack 12 VDC 7 2 VAC to the AC Power supply The symbol opposite on the display allows you to monitor the charge status The accumulators are fully charged when the symbol is full anmmmp The IMTX 3282B and MTX 3283B multimeters contain Ni MH accumulators These accumulators must be disposed of by a recycling firm or a company specialized in the treatment of dangerous waste materials Never dispose of these accumulators with other solid waste For further information contact your AEMC dealer d When the multimeter is delivered the accumulators may be discharged requiring a complete recharge d Do not connect the wall plug when there are disposible batteries in the instrument Connection of the wall plug starts recharging the accumulators Battery charging The Mamaj scrolling symbol shows the progress of recharging Once the accumulators have been fully recharged the instrument shuts down automatically 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d AN Wall plug power unit Recharging totally discharged accumulators or new batteries A measurement protection fuse Checking of current measurement fuse Replacement of the fuse or the batteries Dismantling of multimeter and access to battery fuse compartment 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Use only the charger that is delivered wi
20. unit are programmable for each amount measured V A Q Hz Adjustment of The MATH mode is configured in the MATH function in the Configuration Menu MATH functi y MATH function e Opening of Configuration Menu using key AY e Selection of function MATH Func using keys Configuration General gt Measure Func gt Func MATH MATH function i settings e Validation of MATH Func using key o Selection of e Selection of Function menu using keys un function to be adjusted MATH function Function V Coef A b Coef B Unit Function to be set e Selection of measurement V A Q Hz using key 2 I Default function V 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 27 Functional description Functional description cont d Definition of The MATH function applied to the physical quantity x measured is y Ax B coefficient A e Selection of the coefficient A menu Coef A in MATH function e Validation of Coef A coefficient A using key up 2 0000 E 01 e Selection of digit to be modified or of exponent using key e Modification of value using keys umn e Validation of coefficient A and menu exit using key AY d Coefficient A by default is 1 Definition of Selection of coefficient B menu Coef B in MATH function coefficient B e ME Validation of Coef B coefficient B using key D 1 0000 E 00 e Selection of digit to be modified using key D e Modification of value
21. using keys un e Validation of coefficient B and menu exit using key AY J Coefficient B by default is 0 Definition of unit The unit of the MATH function may be defined so as to obtain the direct reading of the original physical quantity measured by the instrument e Selection of Unit menu in MATH function e Validation of Unit using key gt Abc AB CIDEE F G HIIJKILIMNJI OPPIQIRISITIU ES e Selection of letter or character to display using key e Validation of letter or character using keys Un e Validation of the unit 3 characters max and menu exit using key AY The symbol is used to switch from uppercase letters to lowercase The symbol Ki is used to erase the last character J MATH unit by default without 28 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description contd Function Application of the favorite function acc to its programmed measurements V A Q Hz Adjustment of function The favorite function recalls directly the specific measurement you use most frequently and that you will have carefully defined previously This function is of the same type as the MATH function y Ax B When you measure any physical quantity this function enables you to convert it and to assign the appropriate unit to obtain the direct reading of the original amount on the instrument Depending on the amount measured the device calculates the related f
22. using the Un keys modification using the T key V Selection of the function to be displayed Xx Example Main function V secondary function MIN MAX AVG for SURV mode moves the cursor MTX 3282B moves the zoomed part icon present if a zoom is active MTX 3283B activates deactivates a zoom icon present if a zoom is possible e Exit from viewing a recording by using the key Complete erasure of All recordings in the memory of the device may be erased in a single operation memory Selection of Erase all menu in the MEM Function e Validation of erasure using the D key Complete erasure of the memory is Message confirmed by the following message gt erased 24 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description contd Access to secondary functions Choice of secondary functions on the two displays 2 3 and 4 by pressing successively on the key opposite according to main measurement A long pressing deletes the display of secondary measurements d For the main authorized measurements the last combination selected for displays 2 3 and 4 is memorized and will be directly reactivated Table of secondary functions Refer to page 9 Display 2 Display 3 Display 4 Display 1 Main measurement in measurement pl il s II won erea Ow e Tre enc me ume arco o rem ema rw ves vex mI je e L mox w mena e Tr vomere ran s oor rem T
23. 40cts Input impedance Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 400 Hz to 1 kHz to 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to 400 Hz 14 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 75 kHz 100 kHz 1450 Vpk 1 5 of R 2 5 of R 3 5 of R 5 of R 7 of R 15 typ of 1mn max 40cts 40cts 40cts 40cts 40cts R 40cts MTX 3283B apa Accuracy impedance FeSolution Protection 45 Hzto 1kHzto 4kHzto 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to 100 kHz to 1 kHz 4kHz 20kHz 50kHz 75kHz 100kHz 200kHz 1 uV 7 Er of 2 t 4 of Rt 10 oe of 1 5 0f R 2 5 of R 3 5 of R 8 typ of 20 typ of 40ct In VAC mode 40cts 1 t 2 of R 396 of R 7 ofR 30cts 0 4 of R 40cts 145 of R 40cts 40cts Accuracy Input I impedance Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 400 Hzto 4kHzto 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to 100 kHz to 400Hz 4kHz 20kHz 50kHz 75kHz 100kHz 200kHz 1450 Vpk 1 5 of R 3 of R amp 3 596 of R 4 ofR 5 of R 7 typ of 1096 typ of In VAC mode 100 000 count graphical multimeters 33 Technical specifications cont d AC voltage VAC and VAC DC TRMS cont d DC voltage Vpc MTX 3281B MTX 3282B MTX 3283B 34 ex BP Freq kHz limited to U applied V limited to 15 000 Freq KHz Technical specifications 15 000 U applied V x Example U applied 1000 VAC max frequency 15 000 1000 15 kHz In the presence of a continuous component
24. 8cts Accuracy with filter p 15 and REL mode activated A measurement Recovery after release of the protection gt 10 V approx 10 s Protection 1 min max Specifications valid from 0 to 100 of the range Rejection common mode gt 120 dB with 50 Hz and 60 Hz acc to selection serial mode gt 60 dB with 50 Hz and 60 Hz acc to selection Automatic or MANUAL selection of the ranges Protection by varistors 100 000 count graphical multimeters Technical specifications Technical specifications cont d Current measurement ADC current In ADC mode you measure the value of a DC current or the DC component of an AC current TNT 1000 yA approx 170 O 0 1 of R 15cts 0 08 of R 8cts 100 mA approx 1 7 Q 11A 1000 mA approx 0 17 Q 10 pA 20A lt 30s 0 15 of R 8cts 10A 100 yA approx 0 03 Q 0 596 of R 15cts 100 A 1000 pA with the fuse delivered with the instrument 100 A range limited to 20 A Specifications valid from O to 100 of range AAC current In AAC and AAC DC modes you measure the true RMS value of an AC current AAC DC TRMS with without its DC component no capacitive coupling in AC DC mode Accurac MTX 3281B Range Input Resol Protect _ impedance 45 Hz to 1 kHz 1 kHz to 4 kHz 4 kHz to 20 kHz 1000 pA approx 170 Q 1 of R 40cts 5 of R 30cts approx 17 Q 0 1 HA m approx H 11A o O cts o of R 30cts 1000 mA approx 0 17 Q 10 ECT 20A 30s
25. AEMC max AEMC Instruments d b a Chauvin Arnoux Inc IOO OOO count Graphical Multimeters MTX 328 B MTX 3282B MTX 3283B USER MANUAL Tc AEMC instruments TERBIBDC AEMC Instruments d b a Chauvin Arnoux Inc 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 Tel 603 749 6434 Fax 603 742 2346 99 MAN 100340 v6 06 14 General instructions Contents GI Sr Tho AA 3 luis dies uuu ASAS AAA 3 ce NIC so r TRAS MISURI ars iia AS 3 Procaulohs ono SA cH o jo A 3 SAI TOTO ARAS 4 Mailnenance metrol gicalverifieatiph u LLL ik ne tu ER Da vi us BV NE RH RH Dn d d Du RON aU I n SEIN URS RS RUE NN 4 BP LET AEG ANA e 4 AAA A Po E POE Tre eT rere rr kiya 4 Measurement input protection systems UU U U u u u uu uu u uu 5 n Sl ILU VO emeret A A 5 Bescrpirmn er Ine I oliYu pl uuu AAA AAN 6 Front keyboards TIRA LO LLL ia 6 Rear CIPS OE G Diar KIBOS sra ri A A AAR N Gi RU HE MOM CK AA A A A A 6 Measurement terminal block illustration markings U u uu nennen nennen nnn 6 FIAN IA G AMAS A 7 IAS erica ii da 9 llipi a eee eR 9 FUNCIONA CARS CRD anita iaa RANA AA NANA 10 oP imi TO oL a 10 UA AOS sis A A EENE I A OO o A 14 Specific configurations of the instrument U U nr rr rra nan RR RR uuu uu
26. General settings of the multimeter Select infra red communication IR by default using the Comm function Select the infra red transmission speed using the IR baud function 9600 19 200 38 400 Bauds s d The transmission speed by default is 9600 Bauds s The other transmission parameters are set 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity 1 Then connect the optical cable to the optical input of the multimeter located next to the multimeter inputs A mechanical failsafe prevents reversing of the connection direction Connect cable RS232 DB9F or USB to one of the corresponding inputs of the PC 2 Verify that the RS232 interface parameters of the PC are identical to those of the multimeter Connector DB9F or USB Interface cable Optical connector d For the USB optical cable option install if necessary the recognition software on your PC see CD Rom MANUAL provided 1 Install the SX DMM software on the PC using the CD ROM Launch the software to perform data acquisition and study the different display possibilities curves tables d The symbol CA RS232 flashes on the display during control of the instrument from the PC REMOTE mode For more information refer to software help menu J In this mode the multimeter keyboard is locked except for key which is used to exit this mode The BT versions of the multimeters are fitted with a Bluetooth module They integrate the Serial Port Profile service used to comm
27. al Multimeters Description of the instrument Description of the instrument cont d Front description 1 power on off key e Starting the multimeter e Stopping the multimeter d If there is a multimeter malfunction a long press gt 1 s on this key can be used to return to normal operation 8 keys for selecting the main functions a fu Voltage measurement or access to the measurement type AC DC or AC DC e Selection using this key or the um keys e Validation using the T key or after 2 s Current measurement or access to the measurement type AC DC or AC DC e Selection using this key or the Uri keys e Validation using the JD key or after 2 s Measurement of Frequency Hz on a VAC voltage or access to the MANUAL frequency range lt 900 kHz default or gt 900 kHz A long press opens the menu for changing the voltage range e Selection using the Vb keys e Validation using the Or BY keys d Voltage range quick change using tre keys The selected range is recalled in the help line i see page 9 Measurement of Resistance Ohm By pressing again e Access to the Continuity test P e Access to Diode test 9H Measurement of Temperature or access to the types of temperature measurements C F or K e Selection using the on keys e Validation using the wy key or after 2 s e By pressing this key during measurement type selection you can access the sensor type platinum
28. authorized to activate and deactivate the installation and equipment in compliance with the safety instructions For all repairs under or outside of the warranty return the device to your retailer This equipment is guaranteed for 3 years against any defect in materials or workmanship in accordance with the general terms and conditions of sale During this period the equipment can only be repaired by the manufacturer The manufacturer reserves the right to carry out repair or replacement of all or part of the equipment If the equipment is returned to the manufacturer initial transport costs shall be borne by the customer The warranty does not apply in the event of e unsuitable use of the equipment or use with other incompatible equipment e modification of the equipment without explicit authorization from the manufacturer s technical services e repair carried out by a person not certified by the manufacturer e adaptation to a specific application not provided for in the definition of the equipment or by the operating MANUAL e animpact a fall or flooding All the equipment was verified mechanically and electrically before shipping When you receive it carry out a quick check to detect any damage that may have occurred during transport If necessary contact our sales department immediately and register any legal reservations with the carrier In the event of reshipping it is preferable to use the original package Indi
29. cate the reasons for the return as clearly as possible in a note attached to the equipment e Turn the instrument off e Clean it with a damp cloth and soap e Never use abrasive products or solvents e Allow to dry before any further use 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters General instructions General instructions cont d Measurement input protection systems Special functions Automatic current measurement detection Auto power off A Q Alert signal 9 Danger threshold LN These multimeters are equipped with several protection systems e Varistor protection clips any transient overvoltages on the measurement terminals e PTC positive temperature coefficient protection protects against permanent overvoltages less than or equal to 1000 V during capacitance or resistance measurements and diode tests This protection is reset automatically after the overload e Afuse 11 A provides protection during intensity measurements The number of input terminals is limited to 3 V COM A Connection of the lead to the Ampere terminal automatically selects the corresponding function d When a function modification by the control keyboard is incompatible With the lead connection it triggers a buzzer and a visual alarm LEADS The current measurement is performed using autorange over the whole range If the function is validated in the Sleep menu the instrument shuts down automatically after 30 minu
30. delivered with installation software Bluetooth Transmission speed 38 4 kbit s BT version only Sensitivity 90 dBm Max power 20 dBm 100 mW Max distance ca 100 m Battery life ca 40 h VDC mode with alkaline batteries Mechanical characteristics Casing e Dimensions 87 8 x 265 5 x 107 5 mm open position 87 8 x 187 x 48 6 mm casing closed e Weight 0 450 kg approximately e Materials ABS VO auto extinguishing and PC VO external protective moulding in thermoplastic rubber SEBS e Sealing IP 51 Packaging Dimensions MTX 3281B 240 L x 158 W x 65 H in mm MTX 3282B MTX 3283B 297 L x 158 W x 60 H in mm 42 100 000 count graphical multimeters Supply Supply Delivered with the instrument Cat 2125 71 MTX 3282B Cat 2125 72 Cat 2125 73 Supplement delivered with versions Accessories MTX 3283B BT Cat 2125 79 Optional Accessories Quick Check Guide bilingual Fr En Set of 3 batteries 1 5 V alkaline LR6 AM3 Set of PVC test leads 4 mm safety touch prods Quick Check Guide bilingual Fr En Set of 3 accumulators 1 2 V Ni MH 2600 mAh Wall Plug power charger unit Set of silicon test leads 4 mm safety touch prods Quick Check Guide bilingual Fr En Set of 3 accumulators 1 2 V Ni MH 2600 mAh Wall Plug power charger unit Set of silicon test leads 4 mm safety touch prods Acquisition software kit Data Viewer Acquisition software for PC RS232 DB9F Optica
31. ding period it is accompanied by the number of recordings made e Memorization of the measurements can be stopped by another short press e The number of values to be memorized for a measurement run is programmable it therefore stops recording automatically d Another press on Mem starts a new series of recordings MTX 3281B 158 measurements per sequence 1 to 10 sequences Recording 1 to 10 a MTX 3282B MTX 3283B to 10 sequences capacity 6500 measurements maximum depending on available memory gt a Example activation AUTO COO of MEM mode during e Furthermore the MEM surveillance mode De mode may be activated 1 5 0 0 0 V during the SURV mode or during display of the KEEP UTEP PEPE LL T I LLEEEELEEEEL IIUI E iS secondary functions m 1 0000 v ive m 2 5000 v see AVG 1 3000 V them as the main function SURV MEM 2 9 When it is started up the reinitializes the date and time 01 01 2000 00 00 00 Before starting work set the correct date and time to date stamp the records See Setting the date and time 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 21 Functional description Functional description cont d Configuration of The MEM mode is configured in the Func MEM function of the Configuration MEM mode Menu e Opening of the Configuration menu with the hy key e Selection of the Func MEM function using the Urn keys Measure Func iS Func MATH Func MEM Func
32. ectric and electronic material in compliance with Directive WEEE 2002 96 EC Attention Risk of electrical shock Read carefully all the notes preceded by the symbol A If you use this instrument in a way which is not specified the protection which it provides may be compromised putting you in danger The safety of any system incorporating this instrument is the responsibility of the system assembler This instrument has been designed for use indoors in an environment with pollution level 2 at an altitude of less than 2000 m at a temperature between 0 C and 55 C with relative humidity of less than 80 up to 31 C Measurement category Ill for voltages no higher than 1000 V AC or DC in relation to the earth Measurement category IV for voltages no higher than 600 V AC or DC in relation to the earth CAT Ill Measurement category III corresponds to measurements on building installations Example measurements on distribution panels cabling etc CAT IV Measurement category IV corresponds to measurements taken at the source of low d voltage installations Example metering and measurements on overvoltage protection devices Comply with environmental and storage conditions For your safety only use the leads delivered with the instrument they comply with the norm EN 61010 1 2001 Before using it systematically check that it is in perfect condition As a safety measure use only suitable lead
33. es are performed on the basis of rapid MTX 3282B acquisition of peaks either upward or downward MTX3283B AUTO PEAK mode is only accessible for AC AC DC in V and A measurements It prevents untimely overruns of the peak factor specified for the instrument MANUAL mode When this mode is selected and is valid for the function concerned the ni keys can be used to modify the measurement range Measurements concerned voltage current resistance capacitance d By pressing one of the q keys you can switch directly to MANUAL mode and then modify the range Display hold The Hold key gives access to two operating modes management HOLD mode AUTO HOLD mode NO HOLD deactivates the mode e Selection using this key or the Un keys e Validation using the JD key or after 2 s HOLD HOLD mode freezes on the screen the current main measurement at the time when the key is pressed The instrument continues to manage the measurements and display them in the graphical window or on the secondary display REL mode d The range selection remains unchanged AUTO or MANUAL depending on the configuration when you enter this mode AUTO HOLD AUTO HOLD mode automatically freezes on the screen the current main measurement whenever a stable measurement is detected It is confirmed by a beep unless the configuration Beep no has been selected in the Configuration menu The values memorized remain displayed until the next stable mea
34. etting the REF reference e The 49 key selects the digit to be modified e The Ur keys modify the digit selected e The key can be used to exit from the menu after validating the new reference gt a Example Reference Rel 1 0000 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 19 Functional description Functional description cont d SURV e The SURV mode monitors the variations of a signal by recording the extreme values MIN and MAX of the main measurement and calculating the average AVG For each value memorized the multimeter records the corresponding date and time When it is started up the reinitializes the date and time 01 01 2000 00 00 00 Before starting work set the correct date and time to date stamp the records see Setting the date and time e When you enter SURV mode by a short press on the key the last MIN and MAX measurements are erased and then initialized with the current measurement d SURV flashes when the mode is active e AVG shows the average of all the measurements recorded since SURV mode was activated e he data recorded can be viewed by a long press on the msi key during surveillance or after exiting from the mode e In SURV mode MANU or AUTO range management cannot be selected the current measurement the MIN value and the MAX value are presented in the most suitable range for each of them 32 Example V DO E E N 10 0 10 w 1 0000 v wx 2 9000 V 1 3000 v
35. f energy U V W unit Wall plug 7 8 17 18 38 6 7 17 13 14 20 40 5 11 26 27 28 12 13 45 Repair and Calibration To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications we recommend that it be submitted to our factory Service Center at one year intervals for recalibration or as required by other standards or internal procedures For instrument repair and calibration You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization number CSA This will ensure that when your instrument arrives it will be tracked and processed promptly Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container If the instrument is returned for calibration we need to know if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N I S T includes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Tel 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 repair aemc com Or contact your authorized distributor Costs for repair standard calibration and calibration traceable to N I S T are available NOTE All customers must obtain a CSAF before returning any instrument Technical and Sales Assistance If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper operation or application of your instrument please call mail fax or e mai
36. ical Multimeters Technical specifications Technical specifications Accuracy Only the values assigned a tolerance or a limit constitute guaranteed values n nD means Values without tolerance are given for information standard NFC 42670 n of reading n Digit The technical specifications are guaranteed only after 30 min warm up period as per IEC 485 Except special indication they are valid from 5 to 100 of the range of measurement Voltage measurement AC voltage On this position you measure the true RMS value of an AC voltage with its DC VAC and VAC DC component no capacitive coupling so called TRMS measurement TRMS The 100 mV range is present in MANUAL mode only MTX 3281B impedance See en Protection 45 Hz to 1kHzto 4kHzto 20 kHz to 1 kHz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 100 mV 1GQ 10MO 1 of R 40cts 1000 mV 10 5 MQ 10 HV 0 7 of R me T AOcts oO oO oO 10 5 MO 40cts 40cts 40cts 1 of R 40cts CXII Accuracy impedance ESSE rotection A5 Hzto 400 Hz to 4 kHz to 20 kHz to 400 Hz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 1450 Vpk 1 5 of R 3 of R 4 of R 6 of R 1mn max 40cts 40cts 40cts 40cts In VAC mode Accuracy MTX 3282B Aa Range eses Resolution Protection 45 Hzto 1kHzto 4kHzto 20 kHzto 50 kHz to 75 kHz to 1 kHz 4kHz 20kHz 50kHz 75kHz 100 kHz ME 7 of R 10 typ of o 0 1000 mV 105Mo 10pV us Eu ut 2 5 of RI3 5 of R 5 of R 9
37. intenance Metrological verification 100 000 count graphical multimeters General characteristics General characteristics Environmental Altitude Conditions Reference temperature Utilization temperature Influence of temperature see Relative humidity Sealing Operating range Storage range Battery charge range Power supply MTX 3281B 2 possibilities e Batteries e Accumulators 3 possibilities MTX 3282B Batteries MTX 3283B Accumulators e Wall Plug power unit Mains voltage Overvoltage category Frequency lt 2000 m 23 C 5 C 0 C to 55 C Influence Max 80 for temperature up to 31 C Decreasing linearly to 50 at 40 C Limited to 70 for the 50MQ range IP 51 10 C to 55 C 40 C to 70 C 0 to 40 C 3 x 1 5 V alkaline LR6 AM3 AA 3x 1 2V Ni MH 2600 mAh AA 3 x 1 5 V alkaline LR6 AM3 AA 3x 1 2 V Ni MH 2600 mAh AA 230 V 10 or 110 V 10 CAT Il 45 Hz 65 Hz Via the wall plug the accumulators can be recharged without removing them from the multimeter Average charging period 7h30 with 2600 mAh accumulators Endurance e with batteries e With 2200 mAh accumulators 80 h VDC mode approximately 65 h VDC mode In case of intermittent use of the multimeter powering by Ni MH cells is not recommended this type of cell has a self discharge rate of 100 after 3 months of non use J Endurances are reduced if the LCD backlight and or the Bluetooth commu
38. ity tests and capacitance or temperature measurements Input for current measurements Reference input e he multimeters in this range are equipped with a graphical LCD screen 58 mm x 58 mm with 160 x 160 resolution for comfortable reading e Reading of the LCD can be optimized by varying the orientation of the display the adjustment of contrast and if necessary using the backlighting e he modes the functions selected the electrical or physical values measured and the alert symbols are clearly shown on the display e The user can call up help i regarding the function selected e The main display is accompanied by its sign and the unit Depending on the current selections the display may be graphical or digital The graphical window can be used to monitor the evolution of the principal measurement A Example pyro Press the main function key Upper status line Main display Bargraph Graphical window Lower status line Help on function The secondary displays are intended for the SPEC REL MEM SURV and 888888 functions 23 Example i A AWI 10 0 10 SURV MEM H Recording started 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Upper status line Main display Bargraph Secondary display 1 Secondary display 2 Secondary display 3 Lower status line Help on function Functional description Functional description Preparation for use Instructions before activation Instrument p
39. l cable Acquisition software kit Data Viewer Acquisition software for PC RS232 DB9F Optical cable Bluetooth software kit Bluetooth USB Adaptor Calibration software of the MTX 328x range Acquisition software kit Data Viewer Acquisition software RS232 DB9F Optical cable USB Optical cable installation software Adapter K thermocouple Ammeter clamps Cat 2125 82 Cat 2125 80 Cat 2125 81 Cat 2125 83 MN213 0 5 to 240 AAC ratio 1000 1 40 Hzto10kHz Cat 2115 75 SR604 0 1 to 1000 AAC ratio 1000 1 30 Hz to 10kHz Cat 2113 44 MN 373 0 01 to 240 AAC 1mA mV or 1A 10mV 40Hzto 10 kHz iCat 2116 28 SL261 0 005 to 80 AAC DC 1 A 1 V ort A 10 mV DC 8 kHz Cat 1201 51 Cat 2125 96 Cat 2125 99 Cat 2125 98 Cat 2125 84 Cat 2135 41 Cat 2125 85 Hand held carrying bag Set of 3 1 2 V NiMH cell batteries 110V US power supply for MTX series PC Adapter USB BLUETOOTH USB optical cable Temperature sensor Pt 1000 Spare parts e Fuse 1000 V 11 A 10 x 38 mm 20 kA e Lead Set of 2 1 5M color coded w test probes 1000V CAT IV 15A UL e Optical cable RS 232 DB9F Cat 2970 92 Cat 2125 97 Cat 2125 86 100 000 count graphical multimeters 43 888888 function A absolute deviation AC voltage AC AC DC Accessories accumulators activation powered alert amount measured Ampere function audio warning auto mode auto hold mode auto peak mode a
40. l our technical support hotline Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 200 Foxborough Boulevard Foxborough MA 02035 USA Phone 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 techsupport aemc com www aemc com NOTE Do not ship instruments to our Foxborough MA address 46 100 000 count graphical multimeters Limited Warranty The MTX Multimeters are warranted to the owner for a period of three years from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture This limited warranty is given by AEMC Instruments not by the distributor from whom it was purchased This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments For full and detailed warranty coverage please read the Warranty Coverage Information which is attached to the Warranty Registration Card if enclosed or is available at www aemc com Please keep the Warranty Coverage Information with your records What AEMC Instruments will do If a malfunction occurs within the three year period you may return the instrument to us for repair provided we have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase AEMC Instruments will at its option repair or replace the faulty material Warranty Repairs What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair First request a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA by phone or by fax from
41. le on rectangular signals only Vrms Range 10 of range 20 of range 10 of range 20 of range Freq limited to kHz 15 000 U applied V U applied V limited to V 15 000 V kHz Freq kHz limited to 20 kHz MTX 3281B at 50 kHz MTX 3282B MTX 3283B for the Ampere range Measurement is performed by capacitive coupling Input resistance 10 MQ Freq lt 100 Hz Protection by varistors at voltage input 36 100 000 count graphical multimeters Technical specifications Technical specifications cont d Resistance In this position you measure the value of a resistance measurement Q MTX 3281B 1000 one mo 0 1 of R 8cts 100 kO 1000 kQ 12 Q 2 ofR 8cts 1K 1000 Vrms MTX 3283B mE E mo 100 kO 0 07 of R 8cts 1000 Vrms 1000 kO e Q Automatic MANUAL range selection Active protection via CTP thermistor Measurement voltage ca 1 2 V Maximum voltage developed on open circuit 4 V typ gt In range 50 MQ in order to avoid the influence of the network and to guarantee the given specifications it is advised to disconnect the multimeter from Wall Plug gt For measurements higher than 10 MQ a shielded cable is recommended For a 2 wire link use very short wires lt 25 cm and twist them Continuity Mode P On this position you can measure the value of a resistance up to 1000 2 with steady audio indication at 2 kHz 0 1 of R 8cts approx 0 4 mA
42. link use very short wires lt 25 cm and twist them In this position you measure a temperature via a Pt 100 or Pt 1000 sensor 0 8 mA Pt 100 125 C to 75 C _ mA Pt 1000 0 5 C p00 toreo lt 0 8 mA Pti OTS 77 oro te ms lt 0 5 mA Pt 1000 pee Active protection by CTP thermistor Display in C Celsius K Kelvin F Fahrenheit possible In Temperature measurement it is possible to modify the scale of the graphic window with the keys JL The selected scale is recalled in the help line 1 In this position you measure the temperature via a thermocouple Thermocouple K from 40 C to 1200 C Thermocouple J from 40 C to 750 C Internal measurement accuracy 3 C 0 1 fs 10 C to 55 C Reference temp accuracy 3 C typical value Type of thermocouple J and K The multimeter needs 60 to adapt to the ambient temperature Display of measurement in dBm in relation to a resistance reference dBm REF adjustable from 1 to 10 000 factory set at 600 Q Resolution 0 01 dB Absolute error in dB 0 09 x VAC relative error expressed in Additional calculation error 0 01 dB Measuring range 10 mV to 1000 V Protection 1000 Vrms Display of measurement in dB with the value measured V ref at activation of the mode as voltage reference Resolution 0 01 dB Absolute error in dB 0 09 x VAC relative error expressed in Additional calculation error 0 01 dB Measuring
43. n the display and a buzzer sounds if the power voltage is insufficient only 30 min charge life As the specifications will no longer be guaranteed you must then replace the batteries or recharge the accumulators see next page There can be differences between the display of the charge level symbol and the real charge level of the accumulators according to the quality and the performances of those To avoid this risk we recommend to use the same accumulators HX0051 as those delivered by the manufacturer see p 43 When getting started the apparatus needs a few seconds to display a correct level of charge symbol 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d Selection of For correct management of the battery or accumulator charge status indicator energy type the type of power must be selected e Opening of the Configuration menu with the S key e Selection of the General function using the un keys e Validation of General settings using the y key Configuration Measure gt Func gt Func MATH 1 General settings e Selection of Energy Type menu using the Ur keys General IR baud 9600 Config user Energy bat Accumulator Energy type e Modification of the Energy Type battery or acc using the T key e Validation and exit from the successive menus using the AY key Recharging the Before carrying out this operation check tha
44. nications interface is used Main display Secondary display 100 000 count graphical multimeters useful part 58 x 58 mm orientable LED backlit transflective improvement of contrast in full light 100 000 points sign curve adaptive units bargraph 40 segments indicators of modes engaged battery level indicator dangerous voltage indicator secondary functions with adapted units 41 General chracteristics General characteristics cont d Safety As per CEI 61010 1 Ed 2 2001 e Insulation class 2 e Degree of pollution 2 e Utilization interior e Altitude lt 2000 m e Measurement category of measurement inputs CAT III 1000 V in relation to earth e Measurement category of measurement inputs CAT IV 600 V in relation to earth EMC This device was designed in accordance with EMC standards in force and its compatibility was tested in accordance with the following standards e Emission cl A and Immunity NF EN 61326 1 1997 A1 1998 A2 2001 e Max influence in presence of radiated fields See Influences RS232 DB9F or The optical interface ensures insulation in relation to the connected peripheral USB optical cables PC for the transfer of data or for remote control of the multimeter options RS232 communication interface parameters Transmission speed 9600 19 200 38 400 Bauds s d The other transmission parameters are set 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity USB communication interface
45. o limit the voltage drop which influences Volt measurement Display of the measurement in 9o of a logic signal TTL CMOS DC Duty ratio L 0 L d je DC Duty ratio T 0 Resolution 0 01 Minimum duration for 6 10 us Maximum duration for T 0 8 s Minimum duration for T 200 us Nominal range 5 to 90 typical Sensitivity 10 V range gt 30 of the Freq range lt 1 kHz gt 50 of the Freq range gt 1 kHz Absolute error on the duty ratio expressed in absolute 0 05 0 0001 T t in s Freq lt 1 kHz 0 1 0 0005 T t in s Freq gt 1 kHz Additional absolute error 0 1 x C P slope at switching to zero C range in V or in A for range 1000 V C 5000 P slope in V s A s Protection 1000 Vrms Depending on triggering conditions of frequency meter Minimum pulse duration 9 Us Counting up to 99999 Triggering threshold 10 of range except range 1000 VAC This threshold is positive in negative in Counter reset to zero by pressing the key D For negative events reverse the cables 100 000 count graphical multimeters 39 Technical specifications Technical specifications cont d Pulse width PW _ PW 7 MTX 3282B MTX 3283B Depending on triggering conditions of frequency meter Resolution 10 us Minimum pulse width 100 us Accuracy 0 05 10 us Maximum period duration 12 5 Ss Triggering threshold 20 of range except range 1000 Vac Thi
46. onal description cont d W REF Initialization of the values d Default values 16 Adjustment of the reference resistance value W REF between 1 Q and 10 000 Q for resistive power measurements The calculation performed is voltage measured W REF unit W current measured W REF unit W The adjustment procedure is the same as for the dBm reference resistance d Default value 50 Q W REF is used to calculate the resistive power W with REF W REF and to calculate the power V A when V Ref W REF The parameters of the configuration can be reinitialized to the default settings in a single operation e Opening of the Configuration menu with the AY key Configu ration e Selection of the Default init Func gt function using the un keys Func MATH J e Validation of initialization using the Func MEM rey Default init Set default values Loading of the default values is confirmed by the following message Message Exit from the successive menus using Default values the key loaded d The language and the active main function are not modified Language Fr Beep on on Contrast 50 Lighting 2 min Communication IR IR baud 9600 Configuration basic Energy battery Energy accu 2600 mAh active Impedance 10 20M 600 Q W REF 50 Q Favorite func Function MATH func Coef A Recording freq 1s No of rec rec 1000 V A AUTO AC DC 10 V
47. opens directly the Function menu 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 29 Functional description Functional description cont d Selection of adjustment parameters e Selection of adjustment parameters using keys Un Function CoefA gt Coef B 3 Unit gt Function selection measured function Selection of Function menu using keys umn e Selection of amount measured V A Q Hz using key P 9 Default function V Definition of Of The favorite function applied to the physical quantity x measured is the coefficients A same as the MATH function y Ax B and unit For the definition of coefficients A B and the unit see the related menus of the MATH function J Coefficient A is by default 1 B by default 0 unit by default without 22 Example activation of AUTO numm favorite function and automatic DC recording mode 1 5 0 0 0 W Symbol of favorite function AUTO Mode active DC Measurement W Unit MEM Mode active O Oii MEM 2 gt 60s Recording started 30 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d SX DMM Software kit option Connection of optical cables RS232 DB9F or USB option Installation of SX DMM software Bluetooth on BT version These multimeters can interface directly with a computer or a PC using the SX DMM software kit Cat 2125 80 option In the menu
48. our Service Department see address below then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container Return the instrument postage or shipment pre paid to Ship To Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Caution To protect yourself against in transit loss we recommend you insure your returned material NOTE You must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument 100 000 count graphical multimeters 47 Warranty EJAENC INSTRUMENTS 06 14 99 MAN 100340 v6 Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 603 749 6434 Fax 603 742 2346 www aemc com
49. ower supply Y Power on Charge indicator 10 To use this instrument you must comply with the usual safety rules in order to protect you against the dangers of the electric current to protect the multimeter against incorrect operations For your safety only use the leads delivered with the instrument Before using it systematically check that it is in perfect condition e The 3 multimeters in this range operate with three 1 5 V alkaline batteries LR6 AM3 AA or three 1 2 V Ni MH rechargeable batteries accumulators of the same type The MTX 3281B is delivered with three 1 5 V alkaline batteries LR6 AM3 AA It can operate with accumulators but does not allow in situ recharging see Accessories delivered as options The MTX 3282B and MTX 3283B multimeters are delivered with three 1 2 V Ni MH accumulators and charger 12 VDC 7 2 VA for AC power operation while simultaneously charging the batteries e When the charger is connected directly to the instrument the accumulators can be recharged without removing them from the multimeter e The multimeter can only operate if the accu batteries are in place Using the key opposite A charge status indicator for the batteries or accumulators is constantly shown on the display maumak Batteries or accumulators gt 75 charged um RE Batteries or accumulators gt 25 charged IB B minimum charge level lt 25 The Em symbol flashes o
50. probes Pt 100 Pt 1000 only on MTX 3282B and MTX 3283B thermocouples J TC J K TC K e Selection using the on keys e Validation using the key or after 2 s The selected scale is recalled in the help line i see page 9 Measurement of Capacitance Favorite measurement configurable by the user A long press opens the favorite function configuration menu d For the menu s configuration see Function 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Description of the instrument Description of the instrument cont d AY Instrument Configuration menu This key can also be used to exit from a menu or submenu after validating it 3 keys for navigation and modification of the menus J e Selection of a menu or function up down navigation e Increase or decrease of the variable selected Selection of a function left right navigation Modification of a function e Movement within sub menus 6 keys for activating the instrument s various modes i TT N 2 utility keys E Selection of the operating mode AUTO AUTO PEAK MTX 3282B MTX 3283B MANUAL e Selection using this key or the Un keys e Validation using the JD key or after 2 s If the measurement is single range the range defined is forced and there is no effect if this key is pressed XW Example Diode test continuity test and temperature measurement By pressing one of the Un keys you can switch directly to MANUAL mode
51. s and accessories supplied with the instrument or approved by the manufacturer If the measurement category of the accessory is different from that of the apparatus the lowest category applies to the unit Never exceed the protection limit values indicated in the specifications for each type of measurement Before changing the function disconnect the measurement leads from the circuit measured Never measure resistances on a live circuit When the instrument is connected to the measurement circuits never touch an unused terminal 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters General instructions General instructions cont d Safety features Maintenance and metrological verification Warranty Unpacking repacking Cleaning L7 e tis impossible to access the battery or fuse compartment without first disconnecting the measurement leads e When measuring voltages greater than 60 VDC or 30 VAC the ZN symbol flashes on the display e Automatic detection of a connection on the Ampere terminal When there is a persistent range overrun an intermittent buzzer indicates the risk of electric shock Any access to the internal circuits for adjustment servicing or repair of the unit under power must be undertaken only by qualified personnel after reading the instructions in this MANUAL A qualified person is a person who is familiar with the installation its construction its use and the hazards that exist They are
52. s threshold is positive in 1 L negative in Additional error on measurement caused by slope when crossing zero see S Measurement of duty ratio d For negative events cross the cables Clock Influences Multimeter Traceability MTX 3281B Relative time with reset to zero at each powering up MTX 3282B MTX 3283B Real time clock Accuracy 30 s month real time clock deviation Display date month year hour minute second e Specifications of the accuracy in the field of utilization Typical specifications SPEC 1 0 05 At C Specification of the considered measurement Values given p 33 to 38 A T difference between ambient temperature and input terminal nearest to the field of reference amp Example temperature 38 C DC measurement 0 02 8 D At C 38 28 10 C SPEC 38 C 0 02 8 D 1 0 05 10 0 03 12 D e Electric field under 3 V m 1 per thousand at full scale This influence does not depend on the temperature In the General settings the menu TRACEABILITY Traceability opens a file with Model No 3283B multimeter up dates Serial No 10010110 bd e Serial No Firmware Vers 1 00 Hardware Vers C e Firmware Version e Hardware Version CALIBRATION Last Cal 27 11 2005 10 08 25 Next Cal 27 11 2006 10 08 25 Calibration A periodic calibration once a year of the multimeter is necessary to guarantee 40 the given specification refer to Ma
53. surement taken measurement different from 100 digits or until deactivation of AUTO HOLD mode The instrument continues to manage the measurements and display them in the graphical window or on the secondary display REL mode d The range selection remains unchanged AUTO or MANUAL depending on the configuration when you enter this mode AUTO HOLD mode is only accessible for V and A measurements 18 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d REL REL mode takes the current main measurement as its reference It is indicated on the secondary display REF e The main display continues to indicate the instantaneous value measured and the bargraph e The secondary display A indicates the absolute deviation between the instantaneous value measured and the reference recorded e The secondary display A indicates the relative deviation in between the instantaneous value measured and the reference recorded d Range management may be AUTOmatic or MANUAL depending on the configuration when entering this mode d The Aand A 95 displays are managed in the same range In AUTO mode they cannot fall below the reference range when the REL mode was activated gt a Example Measurement of a 1 5 VDC voltage with a reference set to 1 V 1 5000v 1 0000 v 0 5000 v 050 00 Adjustment of the When the mode is active a long press on the Re key opens a window for reference s
54. t the accumulators are fitted in the accumulators instrument they do not need to be removed from the multimeter to be recharged Recharging is only possible if Accumulator has been selected in the Energy Type menu see above AN If you try to recharge the accumulators when the batteries are fitted in the multimeter it could damage it For safety reasons the accumulators should only be loaded at between 0 and 40 C d Caution High internal temperature due to a current measurement may trigger the thermal security mechanism 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 11 Functional description Functional description cont d Recharging the accumulators cont d A AR Recharging the accumulators with 12 multimeter off e Before carrying out this operation select the capacity of the accumulators 2600 mAh by default fitted in the instrument e Selection Accumulator in the using the Un keys Validation Accumulator using the y key opens a menu for setting the accumulator capacity in mAh Acc capacity 02600 mAh e Selection of the digit to be modified using the Y key e Modification of the value using the Ur key e Validation of the accumulator capacity and exit from the successive menus using the key hy To maintain the accumulators in good condition run the accumulators down to the minimum charge level IB h before recharging e Then connect the power pack 12 VDC 7 2 VAC to the jack connector
55. tes if no action has occurred on the front panel during that time The instrument can be powered up again by pressing the key 9 Automatic power off is inhibited in e Surveillance mode SURV e Memorize mode MEM Communication mode UX4 optical link RS232C USB Bluetooth e when the value measured Voltage or Current on the multimeter s inputs exceeds the danger level An intermittent buzzer sounds e onthe Voltage position when the range is exceeded MANUAL and AUTO mode last range e onthe Current position when the range is exceeded MANUAL mode when 10 Amperes or more is measured e if the position of the leads and the function selected are incompatible e when the danger thresholds are exceeded function activated When the range is exceeded the buzzer is accompanied by display of O L When this symbol is activated e the voltage on the Volt input exceeds 60 VDC or 30 VAC e the current injected between the Ampere and COM exceeds 10 A e therange is exceeded voltage or current in MANUAL mode 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 5 Description of the instrument Description of the instrument Front panel keyboards illustration Keyboards ON OFF Key Terminal strip Lower casing Jack connector Rear illustration markings Measurement terminal block d illustration T i E markings HHH 2 979 COM 6 100 000 count Graphic
56. th this device which is a 2nd generation multimeter The charger from the previous generation is not compatible X Ww 1 Fitthe batteries into the multimeter then connect the charger 2 Wait approximately 30 minutes then press the ON button to switch on the multimeter and follow the progress of the charge Average charging period 7h30 with 2600 mAh accumulators d After one effective hour of recharging the multimeter can be used for measurements by pressing again on the ON button A fuse provides protection up to 11 A for current measurements It must be replaced only with an identical fuse 11 A 20 kA 1000 V 10 x 38 mm High Interrupting Capacity Test the current measurement as follows 1 Select the Ampere function using the A key 2 Connect a lead to the A terminal 3 Check that the LEADS indication disappears from the display presence of lead If this is not the case replace the fuse Before replacing the fuse or batteries comply with the safety instructions given at the beginning of this MANUAL Then 1 Disconnect the test leads from the measurement circuits and the instrument 2 Disconnect the power lead from the MTX 3282B or MTX 3283B 12 VDC power pack 3 Switch off the power to the instrument 4 Undo the screw on the back of the instrument 5 Pivot the rear cover of the casing to access the battery fuse compartment 6 Remove the fuse or batteries and replace them with identical models 7
57. the menu s configuration see Function Instrument Configuration menu When the red lead is connected to the A terminal it automatically selects Current AC DC measurement If current measurement is selected without connection of a lead to terminal A or without a protection fuse the LEADS symbol flashes on the display Current measurement Ampere d The current measurement may be performed using autorange AUTO PEAK over the whole scope of the ranges uA mA A PEAK is displayed when a peak Pk Pk measurement of current is detected and when it is higher than the range of active current Favorite measurement configurable by the user d For the menu s configuration see Function Instrument Configuration menu 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 17 Functional description Functional description cont d Range management The Mica key gives access to three operating modes AUTO mode AUTO PEAK mode MTX 3282B MTX 3283B MANU mode e Selection using this key or the Ut keys e Validation using the JJ key or after 2 s If the measurement is single range the range defined is forced and there is no effect if the Range key is pressed 22 Example Diode test continuity test and temperature measurement AUTO mode On the input for a measurement AUTO mode is active by default and range selection is managed automatically by the multimeter AUTO PEAK mode In AUTO PEAK mode the range chang
58. tion MEM settings e Validation of Func MEM using the y key d A long press on opens the MEM Function menu Programming e Selection of the RATE function using the on keys the recording frequency MEM Function Consult J Erase Erase all erase Recording rate e Validation of Rate with the T key opens a menu for setting the required recording rate in hours minutes and seconds Rate h mn s e Selection of the variables hour minute second using the key e Modification of the value using the un keys e Validation of the measurement recording rate and exit from the successive menus using the key AY d The minimum recording rate is 23 h 59 min 59 s Default recording rate 1s 22 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters Functional description Functional description cont d Programming of the By defining a number of records for a measurement campaign it is possible to number of records stop recording automatically e Selection of the number of records No rec in the MEM Function menu using the keys un MEM Function Erase J Erase all erase Rate J Number of recordings e Validation of No rec using the y key Number of rec e Selection of the digit to be modified using the y key e Modification of the value using the on keys e Validation of the number of records and exit from the successive menus using the key Reminder The recording capacity is limited to 6 500 measurements
59. unction if the parameters of the latter correspond to the amount measured Programming takes place in 4 stages 1 Selection of the amount X measured V A O Hz 2 Definition of coefficient A of function y Ax B 3 Definition of coefficient B of function y Ax B 4 Definition of the physical unit to be displayed e Access to the type of measurement using key AC DC or AC DC for measurements V and A e Access to the frequency range using key Frequency lt 900 kHz default or gt 900 kHz for Hz measurements e Control of operating modes using key mae AUTO AUTO PEAK MANU for V and A measurements AUTO MANU for O measurements d Pressing one of the keys UN will switch directly to MANUAL mode then modify the range for measurements V A and 22 Modification of the voltage range for Hz function e Control of display holding using key Hold HOLD AUTO HOLD NO HOLD for V and A measurements HOLD NO HOLD for Hz measurements e Activation deactivation of relative mode using key 1 e Activation deactivation of monitoring mode using key Suv e Activation deactivation automatic recording using key Mem The function is configured in Func in the Configuration Menu e Opening of Configuration Menu using key ay e Selection of function Func using keys un Validation using key J Configuration General J Measure T Func MATH Function setting TN d A long press on bom
60. unicate with a computer fitted with any type of Bluetooth adapter If your computer does not have a Bluetooth module the PC USB Bluetooth adapter Cat 2125 84 is required To install these pilots refer to the accompanying instructions Virtual RS232 serial communication between the multimeter Server and the PC Customer requires a connection on the PC side No configuration is required on the multimeter side except for activation of Bluetooth BT communication via the Comm function in the General Settings menu 100 000 count Graphical Multimeters 31 Functional description Functional description cont d Bluetooth cont d Creating a Bluetooth connection for first connection only 32 23 Example Reactivation of the connection after shutdown Communication with several multimeters d The controls cited below are those of the PC USB Bluetooth adapter P01637301 They may be designated differently on another adapter Power up the multimeter Configure it for Bluetooth BT via the configuration menu Create a new connection using the software controlling your Bluetooth dongle on the PC side by clicking on the Bluetooth Manager icon on the menu bar at the bottom of the screen selecting the New connection function selecting Express Mode recommended then clicking on Next selecting the Bluetooth peripheral of the multimeter then by clicking on Next clicking on Next after configuration of a
61. utomatic detection automatic recording automatic stop AVG B back lighting bargraph basic mode batteries Bluetooth buzzer C cable connection capacitance measurements capacitive coupling casing charge recharge CNT coef A coef B COM comm communications configuration configuration menu continuity measurement continuity mode current measurement D date dB measurement db9f dBm REF dBm DC voltage DC diode measurement 44 19 33 T 3 43 10 13 43 6 10 5 9 29 30 5 13 5 14 18 18 8 18 8 18 4 8 29 14 20 8 9 15 9 15 10 5 31 32 42 4 5 10 14 31 5 7 9 17 38 33 35 36 42 10 13 25 39 27 28 29 5 17 18 31 5 7 8 15 18 15 18 17 3 7 16 34 14 20 38 31 42 43 15 38 33 34 25 34 39 17 37 Index display duty ratio E EMC endurance energy English Choice of language environment erase F favorite function filter French Choice of language FREQ frequency measurement main functions secondary functions fuse G General function General menu general settings Graphical display guarantee H help i HOLD mode humidity I J K impedance initial settings inputs IR baud J thermocouple jack connector K thermocouple keyboards keys L LCD contrast M main display main functions main measurement maintenance MANU key MATH function 9 42 39

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