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  • Fluke 83V | FE 83V & 87V Users Manual - Page 1
    ® 80 Series V Multimeters May 2004 Rev. 1, 8/04 2004 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. Users Manual
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    at no charge, replace or refund the purchase price of a defective product purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet and at the applicable international price. Fluke reserves the right to charge for importation costs of repair/replacement parts if the product purchased in one country is sent
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    Power-Off ...13 Input Alert Feature ...13 Making Measurements...13 Measuring AC and DC Voltage 13 Zero Input Behavior of True RMS Meters (87 15 Low Pass Filter (87) ...15 Measuring Temperature (87 16 Testing for Continuity ...16 Measuring Resistance 18 Using Conductance for High Resistance
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    31 Uses for the Zoom Mode 31 HiRes Mode (Model 87) ...31 MIN MAX Recording Mode 32 Smooth Feature (Power Up Option Only 32 AutoHOLD Mode...34 Relative Mode ...34 Maintenance...35 General Maintenance...35 Fuse Test ...35 Replacing the Battery...36 Replacing the Fuses ...37 Service and Parts...37
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    Symbols ...5 2. Inputs ...6 3. Rotary Switch Positions...7 4. Pushbuttons...8 5. Display Features...11 6. Functions and Trigger Levels for Frequency Measurements 28 7. MIN MAX Functions...33 8. Replacement Parts ...39 9. Accessories ...42 10. Model 87 AC Voltage Function Specifications 44 11
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    80 Series V Users Manual iv
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    List of Figures Figure Title Page 1. Display Features (Model 87) ...11 2. Measuring AC and DC Voltage 14 3. Low Pass Filter ...15 4. Testing for Continuity...17 5. Measuring Resistance ...19 6. Measuring Capacitance...21 7. Testing a Diode...23 8. Measuring Current...25 9. Components of Duty
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    80 Series V Users Manual vi
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    Information" before you use the Meter. Except where noted, the descriptions and instructions in this manual apply to Series V Models 83 and 87 multimeters (hereafter referred to as "the Meter"). Model 87 appears in all illustrations. Introduction Contacting Fluke To contact Fluke, call one of
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    Measurement Category IV, 600V, Pollution Degree 2 In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazards to the user. A Caution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the Meter or the equipment under test. Electrical symbols used on the Meter and in this manual are
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    the Meter with the cover removed or the case open. • Use caution when working with voltages above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. These voltages pose a shock hazard. • Use only the replacement fuses specified by the manual. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for measurements
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    these guidelines: • Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for all measurements. • Before measuring current, check the Meter's fuses. (See "Fuse Test".) 4
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    1. Electrical Symbols B AC (Alternating Current) F DC (Direct Current) X Hazardous voltage J I P Earth ground Fuse Conforms to European Union directives. W M R Risk of Danger. Important information. See Manual. Battery. Low battery when displayed. Continuity test or continuity beeper tone
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    80 Series V Users Manual The Meter's Features Tables 2 through 5 briefly describe the Meter's features. Table 2. Inputs Terminal A mA µA COM I Description Input for 0 A to 10.00 A current (20 A overload for 30 seconds maximum), current frequency, and duty cycle measurements. Input for 0 µA to
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    is turned on, the Meter model number briefly appears on the display. AC voltage measurement Press A for low pass filter (K) (87 only). DC voltage measurement 600 mV dc voltage range Press A for temperature (T) (87 only). Press E for continuity test. e Resistance measurement Press A for capacitance
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    maximum values. Steps the display through MAX, MIN, AVG (average), and present readings. Cancels MIN MAX (hold for 1 second) Enables the Meter's calibration mode and prompts for a password. The Meter reads "CAL" and enters calibration mode. See 80 Series V Service Information. Switches between the
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    , makes it brighter, and turns it off. For Model 87, hold H down for one second to enter the HiRes digit mode. The "HiRes" icon appears on the display. To return to the 3-1/2 digit mode, hold H down for one second. HiRes=19,999 E Continuity ReE MIN MAX recording Hz, Duty Cycle Power-up Turns the
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    diode test Power-up Enables zoom mode for the bar graph. The Meter reads "2rEL" until F is released. Press G for frequency measurements. Starts the frequency counter. Press again to enter duty cycle mode. Enables the Meter's high impedance mode when the mV dc function is used. The Meter reads
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    if the input voltage is 30 F Z V or greater (ac or dc). Also appears in low pass filter mode. Also appears in cal, Hz, and duty cycle modes. G RS AutoHOLD is active. H S Display Hold is active. Indicates the Meter is in Peak Min Max I p mode and the response time is 250 µs (87 only
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    the capacitance function, too much electrical charge is present on the capacitor being tested. Invalid EEPROM data. Have Meter serviced. Invalid calibration data. Calibrate Meter. WTest lead alert. Displayed when the test leads are in the A or mA/µA terminal and the selected rotary switch position
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    , or diode values when the leads are plugged into a current terminal. Making Measurements W Caution Placing the probes across (in parallel with) a powered circuit when a lead is plugged into a current terminal can damage the circuit you are testing and blow the Meter's fuse. This can happen because
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    range, then manually select a dc voltage range equal to or higher than the ac range. This procedure improves the accuracy of the dc measurement by ensuring that the input protection circuits are not activated. 14 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER AC Voltage V MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX 4½ DIGITS 1 Second
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    Zero Input Behavior of True RMS Meters (87) True Rms Meters accurately measure distorted waveforms, but when the input leads are shorted together in the AC functions, the meter displays a residual reading between 1 and 30 counts. When the test leads are open, the display readings may fluctuate due
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    V Users Manual Measuring Temperature (87) The Meter measures the temperature of a type-K thermocouple (included). Choose between degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F) by pushing C. W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or other equipment, remember that while the Meter is
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    COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED Activates continuity beeper ON (closed) 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX 4½ DIGITS 1 Second ˚C/˚F RANGE REL mV V AutoHOLD Hz % mA A LO V A OFF A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED Making Measurements OFF (open) Figure 4. Testing for
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    often different from the resistor's rated value. • The test leads can add 0.1 Ω to 0.2 Ω of error to resistance measurements. To test the leads, touch the probe tips together and read the resistance of the leads. If necessary, you can use the relative (REL) mode to automatically subtract this value
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    In-Circuit Resistance Measurements 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER Circuit Power OFF MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX 4½ DIGITS 1 Second ˚C/˚F RANGE REL mV V AutoHOLD Hz % mA A LO V A OFF A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED Making Measurements Isolating a Potentiometer 1 3 2 Disconnect 1 2 3
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    80 Series V Users Manual Using Conductance for High Resistance or Leakage Tests Conductance, the inverse of resistance, is the ability of a circuit to pass current. High values of conductance correspond to low values of resistance. The Meter's 60 nS range measures conductance in nanosiemens (1 nS =
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    use the relative (REL) mode to subtract the residual capacitance of the Meter and leads. Note If too much electrical charge is present on the capacitor being tested, the display shows "diSC". Making Measurements Select Capacitance 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX 4½ DIGITS 1 Second
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    80 Series V Users Manual Testing Diodes WCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing diodes. Use the diode test to check diodes, transistors, silicon controlled rectifiers (SCRs), and
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    COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED Making Measurements Reverse Bias + 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX ˚C/˚F RANGE REL AutoHOLD Hz % mV V LO V OFF mA A A A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED Bad Diode Open 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX ˚C/˚F RANGE REL
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    avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test: • Check the Meter's fuses before measuring current. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for all measurements. • Never place the probes across (in parallel with) any circuit or component when the leads are plugged into the
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    1 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX 4½ DIGITS 1 Second ˚C/˚F RANGE REL mV V AutoHOLD Hz % mA A LO V A OFF A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED 4 mA A 3 A 2 Circuit Power: OFF to connect meter. ON for measurement. OFF to disconnect meter. Making Measurements Total
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    you are sure the Meter is set up correctly, test the Meter's fuses as described under "Testing the Fuses". • A current Meter drops a small voltage across itself, which might affect circuit operation. You can calculate this burden voltage using the values listed in the specifications in Table 14. 26
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    the frequency of the input. Below 0.5 Hz, the display may be unstable. Making Measurements The following are some tips for measuring frequency: • If a reading shows as 0 Hz or is unstable, the input signal may be below or near the trigger level. You can usually correct these problems by selecting
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    80 Series V Users Manual Table 6. Functions and Trigger Levels for Frequency Measurements Function K K mL L L L L Range 6 V, 60 V, 600 V, 1000 V 600 mV 600 mV 6 signals. µAF 600 µA, 6000 µA 30 µA , 300 µA Refer to the measurement tips given before this table. ^ 60 mA, 400 mA 3.0 mA , 30 mA AF
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    can be checked by measuring duty cycle. To measure duty cycle, set up the Meter to measure frequency; then press Hz a second time. As with the Making Measurements frequency function, you can change the slope for the Meter's counter by pressing E. For 5 V logic signals, use the 6 V dc range. For
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    times faster than the digital display, it is useful for making peak and null adjustments and observing rapidly changing inputs. The graph is not shown for capacitance, frequency counter functions, temperature, or peak min max. The number of lit segments indicates the measured value and is relative
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    the Meter to enter the high-resolution (HiRes), 4-1/2 digit mode. Readings are displayed at 10 times the normal resolution with a maximum display of 19,999 counts. The HiRes mode works in all modes except capacitance, frequency counter functions, temperature, and the 250 µs (peak) MIN MAX modes
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    Users Manual MIN MAX Recording Mode The MIN MAX mode records minimum and maximum input values. When the inputs go below the recorded minimum value or above the recorded maximum value, the Meter beeps and records the new value. This mode can be used . The true average value (AVG) displayed in the
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    the range displayed before you entered MIN MAX mode. (Select the desired measurement function and range before entering MIN MAX.) The Meter beeps each time a new minimum or maximum value is recorded. Step through maximum (MAX), minimum (MIN), average (AVG) and present values. Model 87 only: Select
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    Series V Users Manual AutoHOLD Mode XWWarning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, do not use AutoHOLD mode to determine that circuits are without power. The AutoHOLD mode will not capture unstable or noisy readings. The AutoHOLD mode captures the present reading on the display. When
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    the quality of the fuse: before measuring current, test the appropriate fuse as shown in Figure 10. If the tests give readings other than those shown, have the Meter serviced. XWWarning To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, remove the test leads and any input signals before replacing the
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    80 Series V Users Manual Good F2 fuse: 00.0 Ω to 00.5 Ω Replace fuse: OL Touch top half of input contacts 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX 4½ DIGITS 1 Second ˚C/˚F RANGE REL mV V AutoHOLD Hz % mA A V LO A OFF A mA A COM V 10A MAX FUSED 400mA FUSED Good F1 fuse: 0.995 kΩ
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    screws one-quarter turn clockwise. Service and Parts If the Meter fails, check the battery and fuses. Review this manual to verify proper use of the Meter. Replacement parts and accessories are shown in Tables 8 and 9 and Figure 12. To order parts and accessories, refer to "Contacting Fluke". 37
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    80 Series V Users Manual F1 F2 1 Figure 11. Battery and Fuse Replacement aom12f.eps 38
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    Absorber MP14 O-Ring, Input Receptacle MP15 Holster MP22 Battery Door MP27-MP30 Contact RSOB MP31 Mask, LCD (PAD XFER) MP41 Housing, RSOB WTo ensure safety, use exact replacement only. Service and Parts Qty. 1 1 1 1 3 5 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 Fluke Part or Model Number 2139179
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    V Users Manual Item AC72 AC72 TL75 MP81 MP390-391 NA U5 CR6 S2 TM1 TM2 TM3 Table 8. Replacement Parts (cont.) Description Alligator Clip, Black Alligator Clip, Red Test Lead Set Thermocouple Assembly, K-Type, Beaded, Molded Dual Banana Plug, Coiled Access Door Fastener Tiltstand LCD, 4.5 DIGIT,TN
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    MP8 MP5 S2 MP13 MP9 J3 W F2 F1 MP14 H5-9 (5) MP6 H2-4 (3) BT1 MP390-391 MP31 U5 CR6 J1-2 MP2 MP41 MP27-30 MP4 MP81 Service and Parts TL75 Test Lead Set MP66 Alligator Clips AC72 Holster MP15 MP10-11 TM1 MP22 TM3 TM2 Figure 12. Replaceable Parts Tilt Stand aom015c.eps 41
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    V Users Manual Table 9. Accessories Item Description AC72 Alligator Clips for use with TL75 test lead set AC220 Safety Grip, Wide-Jaw Alligator Clips TPAK ToolPak Magnetic Hanger H87 Holster, Yellow C25 Carrying Case, Soft TL76 4 mm Diameter Test Leads TL220 Industrial Test Lead Set
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    Specifications Specifications Maximum Voltage between any Terminal and Earth Ground: 1000 V rms W Fuse Protection for mA or µA inputs: 44/100 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse W Fuse Protection for A input: 11 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse Display: Digital: 6000 counts updates 4/sec; (Model 87 Temperature not 1 Meter drop
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    12 counts. 2. The Meter is a true rms responding meter. When the input leads are shorted together in the ac functions, the Meter may display a residual reading between 1 and 30 counts. A 30 count residual reading will cause only a 2-digit change for readings over 3 % of range. Using REL to offset
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    Table 11. Model 83 AC Voltage Function Specifications Function Range Resolution K1 600.0 mV 0.1 mV Accuracy 30 Hz - 1 kHz ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) Specifications 1 kHz - 5 kHz ± (2.0 % + 4) ± (2.0 % + 4) ± (2.0 % + 4) ± (2.0 % + 4)2 unspecified 45
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    V Users Manual Table 12. DC Voltage, Resistance, and Conductance Function Specifications Function Range Resolution Model 83 Accuracy Model 87 6.000 (1.0 % + 10)1 1. When using the REL ∆ function to compensate for offsets. 2. Add 0.5 % of reading when measuring above 30 MΩ in the 50 MΩ
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    Table 13. Temperature Specifications (87 Only) Temperature Resolution Accuracy1,2 -200 °C to +1090 °C 0.1 °C 1 % + 10 -328 °F to +1994 °F 0.1 °F 1 % + 18 1. Does not include error of the thermocouple probe. 2. Accuracy specification assumes ambient temperature stable to ± 1 °C. For
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    % or range). 3. Model 87 is a true rms responding meter. When the input leads are shorted together in the ac functions, the Meter may display a residual reading between 1 and 30 counts. A 30 count residual reading will cause only a 2 digit change for readings over 3 % of range. Using REL to offset
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    µF 0.01 µF 0.1 µF 1 µF 0.001 V 1. With a film capacitor or better, using Relative mode to zero residual. Accuracy ± (1 % + 2)1 ± (1 % + 2)1 ± (1 % + 2) ± (1 % + 2) ± (1 % + 2) ± (1 % + 2) ± (2 % + 1) Table 16. Frequency Counter Specifications Function Frequency (0.5 Hz to 200 kHz, pulse width
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    80 Series V Users Manual Table 17. Frequency Counter Sensitivity and Trigger Levels Input Range1 Minimum Sensitivity (RMS Sine wave) ± (0.2% per kHz + 0.1 %) for rise times < 1 µs. 1. Maximum input for specified accuracy = 10X Range or 1000 V. Approximate Trigger Level (DC Voltage Function
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    Specifications Table 18. Electrical Characteristics of the Terminals Function L F mV K Overload Protection1 1000 V rms 1000 V rms 1000 V rms Input Impedance 60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz e 1000 V rms G 1000 V rms 1. 106 V Hz max Open Circuit Test Voltage < 7.9 V dc < 3.9 V dc Full Scale Voltage
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    80 Series V Users Manual Table 19. MIN MAX Recording Specifications Model Nominal Response Accuracy 83 100 ms to 80 % Specified accuracy ± 12 counts for changes > 200 ms in duration (± 40 counts in ac with beeper on) 87 100 ms to 80 % (dc functions) 120 ms to 80 % (ac functions) 250 µs (
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80 Series V
Multimeters
Users Manual
May 2004 Rev. 1, 8/04
2004 Fluke Corporation, All rights reserved.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.