USER'S MANUAL
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1. can be used to zero out the parasitic capacitance of the leads and the internal protection circuitry of the meter when measuring low capacitance in the order of Pico Farad pF CAUTION Discharge capacitors before making any measurement Large value capacitors should be discharged through an appropriate resistance load uA mA and A Current functions Default at DC Press SELECT button momentarily to select AC CAUTION When measuring a 3 phase system special attention should be taken to the phase to phase voltage which is significantly higher than the phase to earth voltage To avoid exceeding the voltage rating of the protection fuse s accidentally always consider the phase to phase voltage as the working voltage for the protection fuse s Beep Jack Input Warning The meter beeps to warn the user against possible damage to the meter due to improper connections to the uA mA or A input jacks when other function like voltage function is selected Temperature function AM 110 only Be sure to insert the banana plug type K temperature bead probe Bkp60 Optional purchase with correct polarities Defaults at degree C Celsius Press SELECT button momentarily to select degree F Fahrenheit You can also use a plug adapter Optional purchase with banana pins to type K socket to adapt other type K standard mini plug temperature probes refer to www amprobe com C F 80xF06 110 M Ji Va N2. 10 Battery and Fuse replacement Battery use Standard 1 5V AAA Size NEDA 24A or IEC LE03 battery X 2 Protection reinforced CE Version fuses Fuse FS1 for AmA current input 0 63A 500V IR 200kA F fuse FA 6x32 63 Fuse FS2 for A current input 12 5A 500V IR 20kA F fuse FA 12 5A 500V Battery replacement Loosen the 2 screws from the battery access door of the case bottom Lift the battery access door and thus the battery compartment up Replace the battery Re fasten the SCrews Fuse replacement Loosen the 4 screws from the case bottom Lift the end of the case bottom nearest the input jacks until it unsnaps from the case top Replace the blown fuse s and or the battery Replace the case bottom and ensure that all the gaskets are properly seated and the two snaps on the case top near the LCD side are engaged Re fasten the screws Hi0CF 18 6 Specifications General Specifications Display 3 3 4 digits 4000 counts LCD display Polarity Automatic Update Rate 3 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 Altitude Operating below 2000m Pollution degree 2 Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C lt 80 R H with battery removed Temperature Coefficient nominal 0 15 x specified accuracy C 0 C 18 C or 28 C 40 C or otherwise specified Sensing Averag
3. ZX AMPROBE USER S MANUAL AM 100 AM 105 TRMS AM 110 TRMS Digital Multimeters OV 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 is intended only for indoor use The meter all versions is protected against the users by double insulation per CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 EN61010 1 1995 and IEC61010 1 1995 to CAT Il 1000V amp CAT Ill 600V Protection reinforced CE version Terminals to COM ratings V Category II 1000 Volts AC amp DC and Category lIl 600 Volts AC amp DC A mAuA Category III 500 Volts AC and 300 Volts DC PER IEC61010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY Il is energy consuming equipment to be supplied from the fixed installation Note Examples include household office and laboratory appliances OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III is equipment in fixed installations Note Examples include switches in the fixed installation and some equipment for industrial use with permanent connection to the fixed installation Terms in this manual WARNING identifies conditions and actions that could result in serious injury or even death t
4. a h i i Optional purchase Optional purchase Relative zero A mode Relative zero A mode allows the user to offset the meter consecutive measurements with the displaying reading as the reference value The display will now show readings relative to the stored reference value That is display reading stored value Press the A button momentarily to activate or to exit relative zero mode Backlighted display Press the SELECT button for 1 second or more to turn on or off the display backlight function Manual or Auto ranging Press the RANGE button momentarily to select manual ranging mode and the meter will remain in the range it was in the LCD symbol turns off Press the button momentarily again to step through the ranges Press and hold the button for 1 second or more to resume auto ranging mode Note Manual ranging mode feature is not available in Hz amp Cx functions 9 HOLD The hold feature freezes the display for later view Press the HOLD button momentarily to activate or to exit the hold feature MAX The max feature compares and displays the measured maximum value as fast as 25ms in a single range and with automatic up range capability Press the MAX button for 1 second or more to activate or to exit the max feature in the voltage or current functions Sleep Mode The meter will enter a low power consumption sleep mode automatically to extend battery life after approximately 30
5. e sensing for AM 100 True RMS for AM 105 TRMS amp AM 110 TRMS Safety The meter all versions is protected against the users by double insulation per CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 EN61010 1 1995 and IEC61010 1 1995 to CAT II 1000V amp CAT III 600V Protection reinforced CE Terminals to COM ratings V Category II 1000 Volts AC amp DC and Category Ill 600 Volts AC amp DC A mAuA Category III 500 Volts AC and 300 Volts DC Overload Protections Protection reinforced CE uA amp mA 0 63A 500V IR200kA F Fuse A 12 5A 500V IR20kA F Fuse V 1050Vrms 1450Vpeak O amp Others 600VDC VAC rms Transient protection 6 5kV 1 2 50us surge Power Supply 1 5V AAA Size NEDA 24A or IEC LRO3 battery X 2 Power Consumption 3 2 mA typical Low Battery Below approx 2 4V E M C Meets EN61326 1997 1998 A1 EN61000 4 2 1995 and EN61000 4 3 1996 In an RF field of 3V m Capacitance function is not specified AC 4 000V range Total Accuracy Specified Accuracy 700 digits AC 400 0uA range Total Accuracy Specified Accuracy 300 digits Other function ranges Total Accuracy Specified Accuracy 40 digits Performance above 3V m is not specified Sleep Mode Timing Idle for 30 minutes Sleep Mode Consumption 300A typical for AM100 360uA typical for AM 105 TRMS amp AM 110 TRMS Dimension L193mm X W97mm X H46 Weight 370 gm Special Features 25ms Max Hold Data Hold Relative zero mode Beep jack input
6. econd max with 5 minutes cool down interval AC Current Voltage 0Hz 500Hz 400 0ULA 4000uA 40 00mA 400 0mA 4 000A 2 0 6d 0 03V A 10 00A 1 8 4d 0 03V A 10A continuous 20A for 30 second max with 5 minutes cool down interval Ohms 00 02 0 8 6d 4 000kQ 40 00kQ 400 0kQ 000MO 0 00MO Open Circuit Voltage 0 4VDC typical Audible Continuity Tester Audible threshold between 1002 and 120Q Capacitance 500 0nF 5 000uF 50 00uF 500 0uF 3000 uF Additional 50 00nF range accuracy is not specified Accuracies with film capacitor or better Specified with battery voltage above 2 8V approximately half full battery Accuracy decreases gradually to 12 at low battery warning voltage of approximately 2 4V Accuracy 3 5 6d Hz Frequency RANGE 0 5 4d Additional 5 000Hz range accuracy amp sensitivity are not specified Accuracy is specified at lt 20VAC rms Input Signal Square wave with duty cycle gt 40 amp lt 70 or Sine wave Vrms AC Sensitivity 10Hz 20Hz gt Sine 0 9Vrms 20Hz 500kHz gt 2 6Vp or Sine 1 9Vrms 900kHz 1MHz gt 4 2Vp or Sine 3Vrms Update Rate 2 per second nominal Diode Tester Open Circuit Test Current Voltage Typical lt 1 6 VDC 0 25mA LIMITED WARRANTY Congratulations Your new instrument has been quality crafted according to quality standards and contains quality components and workmanship I
7. en circuit which will not affect actual measurement accuracy Open input is actually a floating condition which is not a zero volt input condition The meter will show zero or close to zero reading when the inputs are shorted 5 Q Resistance and Continuity functions Defaults at Q Press SELECT button momentarily to select Continuity function which is convenient for checking wiring connections and operation of switches A continuous beep tone indicates a complete wire 80xF03 CAUTION Using Resistance Continuity Diode or Capacitance function in a live circuit will produce false results and may damage the instrument In many cases the suspected component must be disconnected from the circuit to obtain an accurate measurement reading 6 gt Diode test qd Capacitance functions Defaults at Q Press SELECT button momentarily 2 times to select gt 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 Defaults at Q Press SELECT button momentarily 3 times to select 4F Capacitance function Relative zero A mode
8. er to the explanation in this Manual Caution Risk of electric shock Earth Ground Double Insulation or Reinforced insulation Fuse AC Alternating Current DC Direct Current le t oe 5 2 CENELEC DIRECTIVES The instruments conform to CENELEC Low voltage directive 73 23 EEC and Electromagnetic compatibility directive 89 336 EEC 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3 This user s manual uses only representative model for illustrations Please refer specification details for function availability to each model 80xF01 1 3 3 4 digits 4000 counts LCD display 2 Push buttons for special functions amp features 3 Selector to turn the Power On or Off and select a function 4 Input Jack for 10A 20A for 30sec current function 5 Input Jack for all functions EXCEPT current uA mA A function 6 Common Ground reference Input Jack for all functions 7 Input Jack for milli amp and micro amp functions 4 OPERATION DC Voltage AC Voltage amp Hz Frequency functions Note 1 AC 400 0mV range selection is by RANGE button manually and is specified from AC 10mV AC 40mV for True RMS models AM 105 amp AM 110 and up 2 DC 400 0mV range is designed with 1000MQ high input impedance for least current drain in measuring small signals and can cope better with most commercially available voltage output transducers and adapters The non zero display reading is normal when the meter inputs are op
9. minutes of no rotary switch or push button operations To wake up the meter from sleep mode press any buttons momentarily or turn the rotary switch to an adjacent position Always set the rotary switch to the OFF position manually when the meter is not in use 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 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 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 by accident or abnormal conditions of operation the series fusible resistors will 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 The series fusible resistors and the spark gaps should then be replaced by qualified technician Refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY section for obtaining warranty or repairing service
10. o 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 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 Do not touch test lead tips or the circuit being tested while power is applied to the circuit being measured Keep your fingers behind the finger guards of the test leads 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 Do not measure any current that exceeds the current rating of the protection fuse Do not attempt a current measurement to any circuit where the open circuit voltage is above the protection fuse voltage rating Suspected open circuit voltage should be checked with voltage functions Never attempt a voltage measurement with the test lead inserted into the uA mA or A input jack Only replace the blown fuse with the proper rating as specified in this manual CAUTION Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing functions Always set the instrument to the highest range and work downward for an unknown value when using manual ranging mode INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS Caution Ref
11. t has been inspected for proper operation of all of its functions and tested by qualified factory technicians according to the long established standards of our company Your instrument has a limited warranty against defective materials and or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase provided that in the opinion of the factory the instrument has not been tampered with or taken apart Should your instrument fail due to defective materials and or workmanship during this one year period a no charge repair or replacement will be made to the original purchaser Please have your dated bill of sale which must identify the instrument model number and serial number and call the number listed below Repair Department ATP Amprobe TIF Promax Miramar FL Phone 954 499 5400 800 327 5060 Fax 954 499 5454 Website www amprobe com Please obtain an RMA number before returning product for repair Outside the U S A the local representative will assist you Above limited warranty covers repair and replacement of instrument only and no other obligation is stated or implied P N 7M1C 0671 0000
12. warning Back lighted display AM 110 TRMS only Accessories Test leads pair batteries installed user s manual Electrical Specifications Accuracy is reading digits number of digits or otherwise specified at 23 9C 5 0C amp less than 75 R H 1 Models AM 105 TRMS amp AM 110 TRMS True RMS accuracy of ACV amp ACA is specified from 5 10 for AC400 0mV range to 100 of range or otherwise specified Maximum Crest Factor lt 1 75 1 at full scale amp lt 3 5 1 at half scale and with frequency components within the specified frequency bandwidth for non sinusoidal waveforms DC Voltage RANGE 400 0 mV 0 3 4d 4 000V 40 00V 0 5 3d 400 0V 1000V 1 0 4d NMRR gt 50dB 50 60Hz CMRR gt 120dB DC 50 60Hz Rs 1kQ Input Impedance 10M 30pF nominal 1000MQ for 400 0mV range Type K Temperature AM 110 TRMS RANGE 20 C TO 300 C 2 309G 4 0 TO 572 OF 2 6 OF Type K thermocouple range amp accuracy not included AC Voltage ANGE QHz 500Hz 00 0mV 4 0 5d 400 0V CMRR gt 60dB DC to 60Hz Rs 1kQ Input Impedance 10M 30pF nominal 1000MQ for 400 0mV range Selection by RANGE button manually and is specified from AC 10mV AC 40mV for True RMS models AM 105 TRMS AM 110 TRMS and up Max Hold Voltage amp Current Specified accuracy 50 digits for changes gt 25ms in duration DC Current Voltage 4 4 10A continuous 20A for 30 s
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