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867B/863
Graphical Multimeter
Users Manual
4822 872 00894
November 1997 , Rev. 3, 10/98
© 1997, 1998 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Netherlands.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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  • Page 1 ® 867B/863 Graphical Multimeter Users Manual 4822 872 00894 November 1997 , Rev. 3, 10/98 © 1997, 1998 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Netherlands. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Title Page A Quick Tour ....................1-1 Your Graphical Multimeter................. 1-1 About This Manual..................... 1-8 Combo Mode ..................... 1-9 Meter Mode ...................... 1-9 View Mode ......................1-9 Trend Mode ....................... 1-9 Auto Diode Test Mode..................1-10 Logic Test Mode ....................
  • Page 3 Some General Descriptions ................3-1 Introduction ......................3-1 Battery Considerations..................3-1 Display Blanking (Sleep Mode) ................3-1 Using the ......................3-2 Backlight (Model 867B) ..................3-2 Adjusting Contrast....................3-2 General Features ....................3-2 Understanding Display Features................ 3-7 Measurement Connections ................3-10 Using the Hardkeys..................
  • Page 4 Contents (continued) Min Max Softkeys ....................4-4 Range Softkeys ....................4-5 Touch Hold ......................4-6 Using View and Trend Display Modes............5-1 Introduction......................5-1 View Display Mode Basics ................5-1 Using View Mode Softkeys................5-2 Setting Up the Time Base.................. 5-3 Setting Up the Trigger ..................
  • Page 5 867B/863 Users Manual Cleaning ......................7-1 Testing the Fuses....................7-1 Replacing the Batteries ..................7-2 Replacing the 440 mA Fuses ................7-2 Replacing the 11A (High Energy) Fuse.............. 7-2 Reassembly ....................... 7-3 Operational Test....................7-5 Self Test ......................7-5 If Your GMM Does Not Work ................7-8 Specifications....................
  • Page 6 List of Tables Table Title Page 1-1. Introducing Your Graphical Multimeter ..............1-2 1-2. A Practice Session....................1-6 1-3. Functions and Display Modes................1-11 2-1. Common Combo/Meter Mode Softkeys..............2-2 2-2. Component Testing (Capacitance) ................ 2-18 3-1. General Features ....................3-4 3-2.
  • Page 7 867B/863 Users Manual...
  • Page 8 List of Figures Figure Title Page 1-1. Graphical Multimeter Features................1-1 1-2. RS232 and AC Power Connections............... 1-1 1-3. Test Leads and Measurement Connections ............1-4 1-4. Using the Battery Eliminator .................. 1-5 1-5. Volts and Amps Measurement Map............... 1-12 1-6.
  • Page 9 867B/863 Users Manual 2-7. Milliamp and Microamp Measurements..............2-15 2-8. Component Testing ....................2-17 2-9. Component Test Patterns..................2-19 2-10. LOGIC Testing......................2-20 2-11. Frequency Measurements..................2-22 3-1. General Features....................3-3 3-2. Input Connections Screen ..................3-7 3-3. Display Features..................... 3-8 3-4.

  • Page 10: User Maintenance

    • Use caution when working above 60V dc or 30V Safety ac rms. Such voltages pose a shock hazard. In this manual, the word “WARNING” identifies • When using the probes, keep your fingers away conditions and actions that pose hazard(s) to the from probe contacts.
  • Page 11 867B/863 Users Manual WARNING risk of electric shock. WARNING Hazardous voltages are present on CAUTION see explanation in manual. the External Trigger input terminal and any attached probe when the GMM is measuring voltages greater Equipment protected throughout by DOUBLE than 30V rms or 60V dc.

  • Page 12: A Quick Tour

    Chapter 1 A Quick Tour Note The NiCd battery pack must be fully charged before using the 867B. See Chapter 3. Your Graphical Multimeter FREEZE SAVE DISPLAY RANGE MODE PRINT TOUCH SET UP HOLD WAKE UP COMPONENT TEST LOGIC Hi Z...
  • Page 13 You can toggle the backlight power level (Model 867B only) by pressing W. Also note that the screen goes dark if you do not change any controls for about 20 minutes and the GMM is on battery power; pressing W wakes up the screen (all models.)
  • Page 14 Pressing W wakes up the screen from Sleep Mode (all models) and toggles the backlight power level on Model 867B. Although hardkeys can generally be pressed at any time, certain feature combinations are not allowed. The GMM test tool rejects any hardkey press that is not allowed;...
  • Page 15 867B/863 Users Manual TL70A Test Leads rita0740.eps Figure 1-3. Test Leads and Measurement Connections...
  • Page 16 A Quick Tour Your Graphical Multimeter Europe PN 942602 AU NZ UK PN 942607 US PN 942599 PN 944595 JP PN 942610 rita0770.eps Figure 1-4. Using the Battery Eliminator...
  • Page 17 867B/863 Users Manual Table 1-2. A Practice Session STEP ACTION DESCRIPTION CHANGE THE DISPLAY MODE With the GMM still in AC Volts, press first d, then 3 to change the display mode. The screen changes to the View Mode, where the entire screen is used for displaying a waveform.
  • Page 18 A Quick Tour Your Graphical Multimeter Table 1-2. A Practice Session (cont) STEP ACTION DESCRIPTION CHANGE THE MEASUREMENT RANGE Press r to access the Range Softkeys, then press 2 to select a higher range (and activate “Manual” ranging.) Press 1 to switch back to “Auto” ranging, then press r to return to the DC Volts Softkeys.

  • Page 19: About This Manual

    867B/863 Users Manual Table 1-2. A Practice Session (cont) STEP ACTION DESCRIPTION LOOK AT THE SAVE/PRINT SOFTKEYS Press P to access the Save/Print Softkeys. You can now use the softkeys to exercise various save, recall, and print features. Refer to Chapter 6 for more information. (Waveform save/recall is not available on Model 863.)

  • Page 20: Combo Mode

    A Quick Tour Combo Mode Combo Mode View Mode Combo Meter View Trend Exit Combo Meter View Trend Exit View Mode displays a full-screen Combo Mode presents both waveform. It is available in VAC, digital and graphical views of the VDC, mV DC, Amps, and mAµA measurement and can be used functions.

  • Page 21: Auto Diode Test Mode

    867B/863 Users Manual Component Test Mode Auto Diode Test Mode Comp. Meter Exit Test Exit Auto Diode Test presents a DC Component Test displays a voltage reading and a symbol unique pattern representing the representing the state of the characteristics of the in-circuit diode (forward, reverse, open, component being tested.
  • Page 22 A Quick Tour Sleep Mode Table 1-3. Functions and Display Modes FUNCTION D I i Combo • • • • • Meter • • • • • • • View • • • • • Trend • • • • •...
  • Page 23 867B/863 Users Manual DISPLAY Combo Meter View Trend Exit MODE Enable Time Time Restart RS232 Longer Shorter Trend Peak Full Hold Average 150Ω Auto High Average Sampled Exit Peak Full DC & Hold 150Ω Auto AC rms Full Auto Peak DC &...

  • Page 24: Sleep Mode

    A Quick Tour Sleep Mode DISPLAY Meter Trend Exit MODE Enable Time Time Restart RS232 Longer Shorter Trend Auto High Normal Diode Average Sample Glitch Exit Auto Diode rita0340.eps Figure 1-6. Ohms, Conductance, Diode Test, Capacitance Map 1-13...
  • Page 25 867B/863 Users Manual Duty Pulse Period Exit Cycle Width CMOS CMOS Min Max 18.75 Restart Exit Pause Auto Wave Self Exit Set Up Test Exit Manual Scale rita0360.eps Figure 1-8. Hz Min Max, and Range Map Next Restore Save Item Set Up rita0350.eps...

  • Page 26: Making Measurements

    Chapter 2 Making Measurements Note Recharge the NiCd battery pack before using the 867B. See Battery Considerations in Chapter 3. of the display. These labels define the present uses Introduction for the five blue keys that are positioned immediately This chapter shows overall procedures for making below the display.
  • Page 27 867B/863 Users Manual Table 2-1. Common Combo/Meter Mode Softkeys FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Start relative readings in the primary display (REL is displayed). The relative reference (stored when “Rel” is selected) appears with the softkey. Peak Hold displays the highest and lowest peak values encountered in the present measurement Peak function.
  • Page 28 Making Measurements Introduction Table 2-1. Common Combo/Meter Mode Softkeys (cont) FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Full The GMM automatically selects range, trigger level, and time base (in VAC and VDC for an Auto optimum display. If “Manual” is selected for Range in the SET UP screen, “Full Auto” does not come on.

  • Page 29: Measuring Ac Volts

    867B/863 Users Manual Measuring AC Volts Turn the Selector to Volts AC. Display mode softkeys appear momentarily; press a softkey to select a new mode, or wait briefly to accept the presently highlighted selection. Connect the test leads as shown.
  • Page 30 Making Measurements Measuring AC Volts Using the AC Volts Softkeys Combo or Meter Mode: refer to Table 2-1. Peak Full Hold Average 600Ω Auto View Mode: refer to Chapter 5. Time > > Single > Glitch > Full Base Trigger Shot Capture Auto...

  • Page 31: Measuring Dc Volts

    867B/863 Users Manual Measuring DC Volts Turn the Selector to Volts DC. Display mode softkeys appear momentarily; press a softkey to select a new mode, or wait briefly to accept the presently highlighted selection. Connect the test leads as shown.
  • Page 32 Making Measurements Measuring DC Volts Using the DC Volts or mV DC Softkeys Combo or Meter Mode: refer to Table 2-1. Peak DC & Full 600 Ω Hold AC rms Auto View Mode: refer to Chapter 5. Time > > Single >...

  • Page 33: Measuring Dc Millivolts

    867B/863 Users Manual Measuring DC Millivolts Turn the Selector to mV DC. Display mode softkeys appear momentarily; press a softkey to select a new mode, or wait briefly to accept the presently highlighted selection. Connect the test leads as shown.

  • Page 34: Measuring Ohms, Continuity, And Conductance

    Making Measurements Measuring Ohms, Continuity, and Conductance Measuring Ohms, Continuity, and Conductance Turn the Selector to Ohms. Softkeys for Meter and Trend Modes appear momentarily. Wait briefly to accept Meter Mode, or press 4 to select Trend Mode. Connect the test leads as shown. FREEZE DISPLAY SAVE...
  • Page 35 867B/863 Users Manual Using the Ohms Meter Mode Softkeys ) enables the Continuity beeper. The GMM beeps each time a low resistance continuity measurement is encountered. For example, beginning in the 300Ω range, the beeper goes on when the resistance passes below 32Ω and off when the resistance rises above 132Ω.

  • Page 36: Testing Diodes And Measuring Capacitance

    Making Measurements Testing Diodes and Measuring Capacitance Testing Diodes and Measuring Capacitance Turn the Selector to Diode/Capacitance. The GMM assumes Meter Mode. Connect the test leads as shown. Use the Diode/Capacitance Softkeys as FREEZE discussed below. “Rel” and “/” (Continuity) SAVE DISPLAY RANGE...
  • Page 37 867B/863 Users Manual Using the Auto Diode Softkeys Using the Manual Diode Softkeys Auto Auto & & Diode Diode 4 toggles between AutoDiode and Manual Diode. 4 selects Manual Diode testing (Auto Diode not When selected, Auto Diode is highlighted and one of highlighted).

  • Page 38: Measuring Ac And Dc Amps

    Making Measurements Measuring AC and DC Amps Using the Capacitance Softkeys & 5 (|&) toggles between Capacitance Measurement and Diode Testing. Measuring AC and DC Amps FREEZE Turn the Selector to Amps. Display mode DISPLAY SAVE Circuit RANGE MODE PRINT softkeys appear momentarily;...
  • Page 39 867B/863 Users Manual Using the Amps Softkeys AC Amps (Combo/Meter Mode): refer to Table 2-1. Peak 600 Ω Hold Average DC Amps (Combo/Meter Mode): refer to Table 2-1. Peak DC & 600 Ω Hold AC rms View Mode (AC or DC Amps): refer to Chapter 5.

  • Page 40: Measuring Ac And Dc Milliamps And Microamps

    Making Measurements Measuring AC and DC Milliamps and Microamps Measuring AC and DC Milliamps and Microamps Turn the Selector to mAµA. Display mode softkeys appear momentarily; press a softkey to select a new mode, or wait briefly to accept the presently highlighted selection. Connect the test leads as shown.
  • Page 41 867B/863 Users Manual 4 (mA 1Ω; µA 100Ω) In Combo or Meter Mode, Using the mAµA Softkeys this softkey toggles between “mA” and “µA” AC mAµA (Combo/Meter Mode): refer to Table 2-1. measurements. (“mA” is the standard configuration.) Each toggle cancels Min Max, Touch Hold, “Peak Peak mA 1Ω...

  • Page 42: Using Component Test

    Making Measurements Using Component Test Using Component Test Turn the Selector to COMPONENT TEST. Connect the test leads as shown. Use the COMPONENT TEST Softkeys as discussed below. Since COMPONENT TEST uses its own FREEZE display mode, only W, P, and H DISPLAY SAVE RANGE...
  • Page 43 867B/863 Users Manual and circuit diagnosis. Some sample signature Using COMPONENT TEST Softkeys patterns are shown on the following page. 18.75 Press one of the softkeys to select the frequency of the stimulus signal. For components that do not Use COMPONENT TEST to measure the...
  • Page 44 Making Measurements Using Component Test rita0800.eps Figure 2-9. Component Test Patterns 2-19...

  • Page 45: Testing For Logic Activity

    867B/863 Users Manual Testing for Logic Activity (not available on Model 863) Turn the Selector to LOGIC. Connect the test leads as shown. Use the LOGIC Testing Softkeys as shown. Circuit The following hardkeys can be used FREEZE DISPLAY SAVE...
  • Page 46 Making Measurements Testing for Logic Activity Using the Logic Test Softkeys CMOS CMOS 1, 2, and 3 select the trigger point for the logic activity indicator and frequency reading. “5V CMOS” is the standard configuration. A new selection cancels the old selection. See Chapter 8 for threshold values.

  • Page 47: Measuring Frequency

    867B/863 Users Manual Measuring Frequency You can measure low frequency signals (2 Hz to 2 MHz) with the procedure shown below. For higher frequency signals (to 10 MHz and above), use the Logic Test function. Turn the Selector to any of the indicated positions.
  • Page 48 Making Measurements Measuring Frequency Either press the Full Auto softkey or manually adjust Frequency Operation the trigger levels in view mode to obtain a stable The frequency measurement type (Hz, duty cycle, frequency reading. pulse width, or period) normally appears in the secondary display.
  • Page 49 867B/863 Users Manual Frequency Considerations The frequency measurement type (Hz, duty cycle, pulse width, period) does not change when you F interacts with other features in several ways. change display mode; the type remains in the Generally, features that are active in the selector primary or secondary display as last selected.

  • Page 50: Some General Descriptions

    8 hours operation. Connect the battery If the battery eliminator is connected, these battery saving eliminator to recharge the NiCd battery pack for the 867B. features are not used. If a time-dependent measurement Fully charge the battery pack before using the 867B.

  • Page 51: Using The

    867B/863 Users Manual With “LCD Contrast” highlighted, press 2 or 3 Using the Backlight (Model 867B) to change the contrast. This setting becomes If the display is already on, pressing W toggles the effective immediately. backlight power level. If you want to make this setting part of the power-up defaults, press 5.
  • Page 52 Some General Descriptions General Features FREEZE SAVE DISPLAY RANGE MODE PRINT TOUCH SET UP HOLD WAKE UP COMPONENT TEST LOGIC Hi Z ALL INPUTS 1000V MAX COMPONENT TEST 10A MAX FUSED 1000V MAX 320mA MAX FUSED LOGIC 1000V MAX mA / A EXT TRIG SEE WARNINGS ON BACK Figure 3-1.
  • Page 53 867B/863 Users Manual Table 3-1. General Features Number Example Name Description Combo, Meter, View, and Trend are the standard measurement display modes Combo Display for most functions. Auto Diode Test, LOGIC Test, and COMPONENT Test use Meter unique display modes. Refer to Figure 3-3 for descriptions of display features.
  • Page 54 Freeze the present reading (reverse contrast). You can then save or recall Save/Print measurement values and configurations or print measurement information. In Model 867B, you can also save or recall waveforms and configurations. Refer to Chapter 6. Press to restore a blanked display; the display blanks after 20 minutes if no Wake Up controls are changed.
  • Page 55 PC or printer. Battery Connect the battery eliminator for ac operation. A NiCd battery pack Eliminator installed in Model 867B charges whenever the battery eliminator is Connection connected. Calibration Do not open this protective seal. Refer to the Service Manual.

  • Page 56: Understanding Display Features

    Some General Descriptions Understanding Display Features Understanding Display Features Figure 3-3 illustrates typical display features. You will encounter Primary and Secondary Displays and the Graphical Window in Combo, Meter, and Trend Display Modes. Other display features will appear in all display modes.
  • Page 57 867B/863 Users Manual Softkey Labels Overload Indication (OL) The present uses for the five softkeys appear immediately “OL” or “-OL” appears in the primary and secondary below the display. displays when an input has exceeded the present range (in Manual) or has exceeded the highest range available Upper Status Line in this function (in Auto).
  • Page 58 The serial interface port is enabled. Hi-Z Hi input impedance selected. Battery is low. Line power operation. Uncal GMM not calibrated. Contact a Fluke Service Center. Internal Internal trigger (or External.) Dangerous voltage is present at the input terminals when the actual reading...

  • Page 59: Measurement Connections

    867B/863 Users Manual Amps and mAµA Measurement Connections Measurement Connections Amps DC and AC and mAµA connections are illustrated in Warning Figures 3-5 and 3-6. Never attempt a voltage measurement if a test lead is in the amp (A) or milliamp microamp (mAµA) input terminal.
  • Page 60 Some General Descriptions Measurement Connections Circuit Circuit mA/ A EXT TRIG mA/ A EXT TRIG rita0381.eps Figure 3-6. Milliamp and Microamp Connections. rita0383.eps Figure 3-7. LOGIC Testing Connections Logic Test Connections Frequency Measurement Connections LOGIC Test connections are illustrated in Figure 3-7. You can measure frequency from 2 Hz to 2 MHz in AC Volts, DC Volts, mV DC, Amps, and mAµA functions.
  • Page 61 867B/863 Users Manual 3-12...

  • Page 62: Using The Hardkeys

    Chapter 4 Using the Hardkeys Introduction The GMM test tool now highlights the present selection and allows you to do the following: Hardkeys can be used in many function and display • Change display mode. Softkeys for the new mode combinations. Although hardkeys are mentioned throughout this manual, this chapter display mode now appear.

  • Page 63: Using Frequency Softkeys

    867B/863 Users Manual 4 (Period) selects period measurements of the choices for Ohms and Conductance. LOGIC TEST, COMPONENT TEST, and SET UP each use a full signal (negative going or positive going). single, unique mode. 5 (Exit) returns to the Display Mode Softkeys.

  • Page 64: Save/Print Softkeys

    “Enable RS232” in TrendGraph™ Mode is canceled. to a memory location. (Model 867B only.) Touch Hold, Min Max, Trend, and “Peak Hold” 2 (Recall) accesses the Recall softkeys, which continue to update in the background (beeps allow you to display the contents of a memory continue).

  • Page 65: Min Max Softkeys

    867B/863 Users Manual 3 (Run Pause) toggles between the normal “Run” Min Max Softkeys state and a temporary “Pause” condition. Changing Softkeys accessed by pressing M are: display modes when Min Max is active does not change the “Run” or “Pause” state.

  • Page 66: Range Softkeys

    Using the Hardkeys Range Softkeys You can use Min Max with LOGIC to keep track of Range Softkeys the range of logic levels being encountered. Use the Softkeys accessed by pressing r are: following procedure: Auto Wave 1. With the selector turned to LOGIC, select logic Manual Scale Exit...

  • Page 67: Touch Hold

    867B/863 Users Manual 4 (Wave Scale - active in the View Display 2. Apply measurement connections until you hear a Mode) enters manual ranging and cycles through beep. This sound signifies that a stable reading “units/Div” scaling factors of 1, 2, and 4 for the has been made.

  • Page 68: Using View And Trend Display Modes

    Chapter 5 Using View and Trend Display Modes influences the proportions and legibility of the Introduction triggered waveform. This chapter describes how to display a waveform in The type of waveform acquisition may also be View Display Mode and how to plot and interpret important.

  • Page 69: Using View Mode Softkeys

    867B/863 Users Manual “Full Auto” (5) is enabled (highlighted) initially Using View Mode Softkeys when View Display Mode is activated if “Auto” is Time > > Single > Glitch > Full selected in the SET UP screen and no manual...

  • Page 70: Setting Up The Time Base

    Using View and Trend Display Modes Setting Up the Time Base 5 (Full Auto) selects the range, trigger level, and time base automatically to produce an optimum display of the waveform. 4.2 µs 8.3 µs Setting Up the Time Base 20 µs Time >...

  • Page 71: Setting Up The Trigger

    867B/863 Users Manual trigger occurs, e.g., if the rising slope selection is left Setting Up the Trigger highlighted, the input signal must pass through the Time > > Single > Glitch > Full falling slope first and then through the rising slope to...
  • Page 72 Using View and Trend Display Modes Setting Up the Trigger Changing the Trigger Level K Slope Internal t Slope External Exit 2 and 3 ([ and ]) change the trigger level the waveform must pass through to trigger the GMM. For Internal triggering, the waveform trigger icon identifies the level and moves as you make the level adjustment.
  • Page 73 867B/863 Users Manual screen. When using external triggering, only one Selecting the Trigger Source trigger level may be set regardless of the set up K Slope Internal selection. t Slope External Exit 4 (Internal External) selects Internal or External trigger source. When “Internal” is selected, the trigger circuit uses the measured input signal for triggering.

  • Page 74: Choosing The Acquisition Type

    Using View and Trend Display Modes Choosing the Acquisition Type Single triggering establishes a fixed trigger point for Choosing the Acquisition Type the waveform display. The input signal only needs to Time > > Single > Glitch > Full cross the trigger amplitude set by the trigger level Base Trigger Shot...
  • Page 75 867B/863 Users Manual 2 and 3 (< and >) move the waveform left Using Single Shot and Glitch Capture or right for viewing (available once the waveform is Softkeys completely captured). If you press 1 again, the < > arm cycle starts over, < and > disappear, and the Exit arm-to-trigger time begins at 00:00.
  • Page 76 Using View and Trend Display Modes Choosing the Acquisition Type rita0780.eps Figure 5-4. Viewable Time Divisions (Single Shot and Glitch Capture)

  • Page 77: Trend Display Mode Basics

    867B/863 Users Manual points are plotted on the trend graph. (Seconds: 1, 2, Trend Display Mode Basics 5, 10, 15, 30, 45; Minutes: 1, 2, 5, 10, 15) Trend can be used in VAC, VDC, mV DC, Ohms, For “Sampled” and “Average” Trend Type selections, Amps, and mAµA functions.
  • Page 78 Using View and Trend Display Modes Using Trend Mode Softkeys unipolar arrangement (0 to full scale) is used for Selecting the Trend Type VAC, AAC, and frequency. Bipolar readings High Normal (negative to zero to positive) are used for VDC and Average Sampled Glitch...
  • Page 79 867B/863 Users Manual ranging and sets the range to 300Ω. It may by necessary to manually change the range for an on- scale reading. 5 (Exit) returns to the Trend Softkeys. 5-12...

  • Page 80: Using Save, Recall, Print, And Set Up

    If on, the “Enable RS232” feature (used in Trend Mode) is canceled. Otherwise, active Touch Hold, For Model 867B, refer to Figure 6-2 for instructions Min Max, Trend, and “Peak Hold” features continue on connecting a printer or PC to the GMM test tool.
  • Page 81 867B/863 Users Manual Print Exit Save Clear Exit Save Clear Exit Load Screen Exit Stop Print Load Print Config. Exit Stop Print rita0370.eps Figure 6-1. Freeze (Print/Save) Softkey Map...

  • Page 82: Saving Screen And Configuration

    Clear Exit softkeys, which allow you to save the present display to a memory location. (Model 867B only.) 2 (Recall) accesses the Recall softkeys, which 1 and 2 ([ and ]) select the Memory allow display of a memory location.

  • Page 83: Recalling Screen Or Configuration

    1 and 2 scroll through memory locations for (seven configuration memories for all models and previewing (reverse video). three display memories on Model 867B only). 3 (Print) begins printing the display. “Printing ...” 3 (View Memory) previews the selected memory appears on the display and “Stop Print”...

  • Page 84: Saving The Present Configuration

    Using Save, Recall, Print, and Set Up Saving the Present Configuration Saving the Present Configuration “Load Screen” appears when you select one of the three screens. Press 4 to display the stored Save > waveform along with the active waveform. The GMM Config.

  • Page 85: Printing

    867B/863 Users Manual three items on the SET UP screen (selector Printing turned to SET UP.) 2. Connect the GMM to a printer as shown in Stop Figure 6-2. Or, download the screen to Print Print FlukeView 860 Application Software running on a PC.
  • Page 86 Using Save, Recall, Print, and Set Up Printing Correct Incorrect PAC91 PM9080 rita0270.eps Figure 6-2. PC and Printer Connections...

  • Page 87: Changing The Configuration

    867B/863 Users Manual display. Continue pressing to wrap back to the Changing the Configuration top line. At each configuration line, press 2 or 3 to make your selection. Then press 1 to move to the next line. 2. Press 4 to restore all lines on this configuration display to their standard settings.
  • Page 88 Using Save, Recall, Print, and Set Up Changing the Configuration Table 6-1. Configuration Selections (SET UP) SET UP ITEM SELECTIONS AVAILABLE DEFAULT Press < or > to adjust display contrast. LCD Contrast (mid-range) AC Converter “rms” or “Average”. This setting controls “rms” or “Average” softkey selection True rms in ac volts or amps functions.
  • Page 89 867B/863 Users Manual 6-10...

  • Page 90: User Maintenance

    For complete 1. Turn the selector to Ohms ( service, disassembly, repair, and calibration information, refer to the 867B/863 Service Manual 2. Connect a test lead between the V and (PN 689312). mAµA input terminals. Check that the display reads less than 5Ω.

  • Page 91: Replacing The Batteries

    The GMM test tool uses 6 AA alkaline batteries (included with Model 863) or a nickel-cadmium Replacing the 440 mA Fuses battery pack (BP 7217 - included with Model 867B). Internal charging for the battery pack is provided with Warning Model 867B.

  • Page 92: Reassembly

    User Maintenance Reassembly 2. Remove the six screws attaching the case Reassembly halves. Detach the case halves. Generally, reassembly reverses the disassembly 3. Remove the two screws securing the shield as procedure. Specifically, do the following: shown in Figure 7-1. Then pry the shield loose from two stanchions at the top of the circuit 1.
  • Page 93 867B/863 Users Manual f7-1.eps Figure 7-1. Replacing the 11A (High Energy) Fuse...

  • Page 94: Operational Test

    5. Short the test lead tips and observe a display of approximately 0.250 ohms. 6. Press 2 (/), short the test leads again, and listen for a beep. For a complete performance test of GMM test tool functions and specifications, refer to the 863/867B Service Manual (PN 689312).
  • Page 95 867B/863 Users Manual – Batteries Battery Pack Closed – Open rita0535.eps Figure 7-2. Replacing the Batteries...
  • Page 96 User Maintenance Self Test Supplied Fuse Spare Fuse Supplied Spare Fuse rita0674.eps Figure 7-3. Replacing the 440 mA Fuse...

  • Page 97: If Your Gmm Does Not Work

    A GMM under warranty will be repaired or replaced contrast to mid-scale with the following (at Fluke’s option) and returned at no charge. See shortcut: set the selector to SET UP and the registration card for warranty terms. If the...

  • Page 98: Specifications

    Chapter 8 Specifications General Specifications Display: LCD - Dot Matrix, 240 X 200 pixels Fluke 867B: Transmissive, Backlit Fluke 863: Reflective Temperature Operating: 0°C to 50°C (See Chart) Storage: -20°C to 60°C (Batteries Removed) Charging: 0 to 45°C Temperature Coefficient: (0.1 X % Accuracy) per °C (0°C to 18°C and 28°C to 59°C)
  • Page 99 VFG 243-1991 FCC Part 15 Class B, Drip Proof Case: per IEC 529; IP 52, Drip Proof RF Susceptibility: EN 50082-1 Industrial Limits Power: Fluke 867B Fluke 863 Battery Eliminator/Charger Optional Eliminator only Optional BP7217 Battery Pack NiCd Battery Pack Optional BC7210 Ext.
  • Page 100 Specifications General Specifications Specifications: The following specifications apply within 1 year of calibration when operating in a temperature range of 18°C (64°F) to 28°C (82°F). AC Volts (True RMS, AC-Coupled) [±(percent of reading + counts)] Frequency Range 20-50 Hz 50-100 Hz 1 kHz-30 kHz 30 kHz-100 kHz 100kHz-200kHz...
  • Page 101 867B/863 Users Manual AC Volts - Average Responding AC Coupled [±(percent of reading + counts)] Frequency Range 20 - 50 Hz 50 - 100 Hz 1 kHz - 30 kHz 30 kH - 50 kHz 300.0 mV 1.5% + 4 0.5% + 4...
  • Page 102 Specifications General Specifications DC Volts [±(percent of reading + counts)] Function Range Fluke 867B Fluke 863 300.00 mV 0.025% + 2 0.04% + 2 mV DC 3000.0 mV 0.025% + 2 0.04% + 2 30.000V 0.025% + 2 0.04% + 2 V DC 300.00V...
  • Page 103 0.75% + 10 (4) 1. Ranges available on the Fluke 867B only. 2. Fluke 863 30 mA DC range accuracy 0.1% + 15. 3. Replace counts with Average AC counts for Average Responding AC measurements. In 300 µA range, floor count...
  • Page 104 Specifications General Specifications Continuity Beeper Values Conductance [±(percent of reading + counts)] Range Beeper On Beeper Off Open Circuit 300Ω 32Ω 136Ω Range Accuracy Voltage 3 kΩ 212Ω 725Ω 3000.0 nS 0.5% + 20 3.2V 30 kΩ 1586Ω 4799Ω 300 k Ω 300.00 nS 0.5% + 20 3.2V...
  • Page 105 867B/863 Users Manual Frequency AC Sensitivity AC Volts AC Current Frequency Sine Wave Level Frequency Ranges Sine Wave Level 300 µA - 300 mA 2 Hz - 500 kHz 60 mV rms 5 Hz - 30 kHz 20% of range...

  • Page 106: Duty Cycle

    Specifications General Specifications Logic (Fluke 867B Only) Duty Cycle Trigger Levels Range: 0.1% to 99.9% Accuracy: ±(5.2% divided by the pulse width in Logic Family High microseconds + 2 counts) (1 ms = 1000 3V CMOS 1.4V 1.7V microseconds). 5V CMOS 2.6V...
  • Page 107 867B/863 Users Manual Peak Hold Trigger Captures peak minimums and maximums of signals Types: Internal and External ≥10 µs. Coupling: AC, DC and Glitch Capture External Trigger Impedance: 1 MΩ in parallel Accuracy: ±(5% of reading + 30 counts) with ≤75 pF...
  • Page 108 Index Avg, 1-7 —A— , ix, x —B— AC Converter, 6-9 l, 2-21, 3-8, 3-9 ac line power, 1-3, 3-9 background, 3-9, 4-3, 4-5, 6-1 B, 1-3, 3-6, 3-9 AC Volts Softkeys, 2-4 backlight, 3-2 amplitude, 3-4, 5-2, 6-5 battery, 1-10, 3-1, 3-9 &, 2-12 Amps Softkeys, 2-13 Battery Charger BC-7210, 3-1...
  • Page 109 867B/863 Users Manual Diode/Capacitance Softkeys, 2- Frequency Softkeys, 1-7, 2-22, —C— Combo Mode, 1-9 display memories, 6-4 Full Auto, 2-3, 4-5, 5-1, 5-3, 5-5 Capacitance, ix, 2-11, 2-12, 2- Display Mode, 4-1, 6-9 Fuses, 7-2 13, 2-18, 3-10 Display Mode Softkeys, 3-6...
  • Page 110 Index (continued) —L— —N— —R— LCD Contrast, 6-8, 6-9 nanosiemens nS, 2-10 range, 2-3, 3-4, 5-1, 5-2, 6-9 Load Config, 6-4 NiCd Battery Pack BP7217, 1- Range Softkeys, 1-7, 2-3 Load Screen, 6-4 3, 3-1, 7-2 recall, 1-8, 3-5, 4-3, 6-1, 6-3 LOGIC Test, 3-11 Normal, 5-11 Rel, 1-6, 2-2, 3-4, 3-7, 3-9...
  • Page 111 867B/863 Users Manual secondary display, 1-2, 1-7 —T— —U— selector, 1-2, 2-1, 3-5 Text, 6-9 Uncal, 3-9, 7-8 serial interface, 1-3, 3-9 time base, 2-3, 5-2, 5-3, 6-5 unipolar, 5-11 Set Up, 3-6, 4-5, 5-2, 6-1, 6-6, Time Longer, 5-10...

  • Page 112: Instrument Security Procedures

    Instrument Description: High performance 5-1/2 digit multimeter. Memory Description: Fluke 860 Series have six devices that contain memory: 1) U23, Serial EEPROM, Microchip 93CL86, 1k by 16 bits, non-volatile memory used to store meter configurations and screens and calibration constants, 2 &...

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