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- Page 1 User’s manual Pôle Test et Mesure CHAUVIN ARNOUX ShopAEMC www. 1.800.561.8187 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Clock ..................................... 6 Replacing the fuse ................................. 7 Communication interface ............................... 7 Description of the instruments ........................8 MTX 3292/MTX 3293 frontal panel, back, terminal block ....................8 Display unit ..................................9 Switch ..................................12 Keypad ..................................13 Getting started ..............................14 Preparation for use .............................. -
Page 3: General Directions
Congratulations! You have just become the owner of a portable colour Introduction graphic multimeter. We thank you for this sign of confidence in the quality of our products. The line of instruments to which it belongs comprises the following models: MTX 3292 MTX 3293 Display Graphic, colour (70x52) Power supply... -
Page 4: Symbols On The Instrument
General directions General directions (continued) Definitions of the CAT II: Test and measurement circuits directly connected to the points of use measurement of the low-voltage network (power outlets and other similar points). categories E.g.: Measurements on the network circuits of household appliances, portable tools, and similar devices. -
Page 5: Warranty, Maintenance, Metrological Verification, Repair Under Warranty
General directions General directions (continued) This equipment is warranted for 3 years against any defect of materials or Warranty workmanship, in accordance with the general terms of sale. During the warranty period, the instrument may be repaired only by the manufacturer, who reserves the right to repair the instrument or to replace it or part of it. -
Page 6: Maintenance
General directions General directions (continued) Maintenance Disconnect everything connected to the instrument and press the key to switch it off. Use a soft cloth, moistened with soapy water. Rinse with a damp cloth and dry rapidly with a dry cloth or forced air. ... -
Page 7: Communication Interface
General directions General directions (continued) Communication The multimeter can communicate with a PC, making it possible: interfaces - to update the embedded software Connect the multimeter to the PC via the USB link and run the application downloaded from CHAUVIN ARNOUX's web site. -
Page 8: Description Of The Instruments
Description of the instruments Description of the instruments Front panel and Back Stand Bluetooth version Terminal block ShopAEMC www. 1.800.561.8187 Shop for AEMC products online at: 100,000 cts digital multimeters... -
Page 9: Display Unit
Description of the instruments Description of the instruments (continued) Display unit Display Display of the wiring diagram of the terminal block as a function of the measurement Digital display: - of the quantity measured, - of the value measured, - of the type of measurement, etc. Secondary display: - in graphic form - or in the form of 3 display units... - Page 10 Description of the instruments Description of the instruments (continued) Principal quantities AC voltage measurement at low impedance (V LowZ LowZ measured AC voltage measurement DC or AC+DC voltage measurement at high impedance (V) AC/DC Current measurement A (AC, DC, AC+DC) ...
- Page 11 Description of the instruments Description of the instruments (continued) Designation Symbols Measurement of the RMS AC signal Measurement of the DC signal AC + DC Measurement of the TRMS AC and DC signal AUTO Automatic range switching Values relative to a reference Presence of a reference value in memory HOLD Storage and display of stored values...
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Page 12: Switch
Description of the instruments Description of the instruments (continued) Switch Changing from one setting to another resets the measurement mode. Around the switch, a fixed orange LED indicates which function is selected and an orange LED flashes for setup. During the charging cycle (OFF), each function LED lights by turns to indicate charging in progress. -
Page 13: Keypad
Description of the instruments Description of the instruments (continued) The keypad has the following function keys: Keypad The keys are taken into account and applied when pressed. If the key press is validated, the instrument beeps. The active keys on a long press are identified by "…": Meas…, Mem…... -
Page 14: Getting Started
Getting started Getting started Preparation for use Instructions before When you use this multimeter, you must observe the usual safety rules, starting up which: protect you from electrical hazards, protect the multimeter from operator errors. For your safety, use only the leads supplied with the instrument. Before each use, make sure that they are in perfect condition. -
Page 15: Functional Description
Functional description Functional description 1. Description of the "SETUP" menu The SETUP menu configures the parameters of the multimeter according to the conditions of use and user's preferences. This menu proposes the main adjustments or the configuration of the multimeter on 3 levels. - Page 16 Functional description 1. Description of the “SETUP” menu (continued) Level 2 … Sub-level 1/3 Lighting: selection of 3 levels of back-lighting Display (1/2) of the display unit in order to limit the power consumption of the multimeter, as follows: Eco, Normal, Max The default level of extinction of the back-lighting is ECO, after 1min if there...
- Page 17 Functional description Description of the “SETUP” menu (continued) Level 2 Sub-level 1/3 (continued) Language: selection of the language used in Display (2/2) the menus of the multimeter. Two options are possible: French (FR, the default) or English. Clock: selection of: - the date, format (01/01/2014 is default) - the time XX:XX:XX, or h:min:sec - selection of variables with the navigator...
- Page 18 Functional description 1. Description of the “SETUP” menu (continued) Level 2… Sub-level 2/3 Filter: 300 MHz MLI filter for measure on variator 1. Measurement Configuration of the measurement parameters Impedance: choice of desired input impedance Choice between 10 and 20 M only in 100mV and 1000mV ...
- Page 19 Functional description 1. Description of the “SETUP” menu (continued) The CLAMP function (y = Ax) enables the 2. Clamp user, measuring a current with a current clamp - Volts x V/A - Amperes x A/A to assign the ratio (or transformation ratio) and the appropriate unit, in order to obtain a direct reading of the measured current.
- Page 20 Functional description 1. Description of the “SETUP” menu (continued) Level 2… Sub-level 3/3 Reminder: 1. Memory of the files recorded of the number of records (1000 is default; 6500 max. for MTX 3293), of the interval between records (1s is default;...
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Page 21: Description Of The "Keypad" Keys
Functional description 2. Description of the "Keypad" keys Management and hold of the display Three operating modes are possible: - the RUN mode HOLD inactive - the HOLD mode [F2] - the AUTO HOLD mode [F3] The HOLD mode freezes on the screen the main measurement in progress at the time of the press. -
Page 22: Meas " Key
Functional description 2. Description of the “Keypad” keys (continued) 3 levels of advanced measurements are possible: - TREND - REL - SURV TREND: selects graphic display of the trend Level 1/2 buffer. REL: takes the main measurement in progress as reference. - Page 23 Functional description 2. Description of the “Keypad” keys (continued) SURV: monitors the variations of a signal, recording the extremes (MIN, MAX) of the main measurement and calculating its mean (AVG). For each quantity stored, the multimeter records the corresponding date and time. ...
- Page 24 Functional description 2. Description of the “Keypad” keys (continued) Level 2/2 SPEC: directly displays the tolerance of the measurement in progress; there is no need to search for it and calculate it. From the main measurement, the display: - recalls the specifications (x% L ±n D) according to the type of measurement, the range selected and the frequency (in AC and AC+DC)
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Page 25: Mem " Key
(depending on memory available) Recording capacity 1,000 measurements maximum 1 to 10 sequences MTX 3292 (depending on memory available) In this stage, it is possible to list the files and to configure the maximum number of records according to the version and the recording frequency or interval (1s is default). - Page 26 - Validation of the number of records by Ok [F1] - Exit from the successive menus by the Cancel key [F4]. The recording capacity is limited to 6500 measurements (1000 for the MTX 3292). ShopAEMC www. 1.800.561.8187 Shop for AEMC products online at:...
- Page 27 Functional description 2. Description of the “Keypad” keys (continued) Validating Freq. by the [F3] key opens a menu for adjustment of the recording interval in hours, minutes, seconds (continued) Modification of the value using the keys of the navigator ...
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Page 28: Range " Key
Functional description 2. Description of the “Keypad” keys (continued) Management Three operating modes can be accessed by the key: of ranges [F1] - the AUTO mode [F2] - the AUTO Pk mode [F3] - the MANUEL mode ... -
Page 29: How Are The Various Quantities Measured
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? Connection tutorial 1. Voltage measurement Connecting the multimeter Main measurement In this setting, the user can measure the true RMS value of an alternating voltage with its bias component (no capacitive coupling): "TRMS"... - Page 30 How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) The 100mV range is present only 1. Voltage measurement in MANUAL mode, by (continued) In all cases, "OL" is displayed above 1050V and a beep sounds when the measurement exceeds 600V.
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Page 31: Direct Measurement Of A Current
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 2. Direct measurement of current Main measurement A The current is the flow of electrons through a conductor. in series in a circuit To measure the current, you must open the circuit to be checked and connect the inputs of the multimeter in series in the circuit. -
Page 32: Current Measurement With Clamp
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 3. Current measurement with clamp Key: To avoid opening a circuit, we recommend measuring the current with a current clamp, output A or V (Ax function). To do this, proceed as follows: a) Activate the clamp function and, depending on the type of clamp connected, double-press "Clamp"... -
Page 33: Frequency Measurement
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 4. Frequency measurement Connecting the multimeter Key: Select the Hz function to measure the frequency of the voltage Measurement of the period is accessible as a secondary measurement If the MLI filter is activated, the frequency that can be measured remains within the pass band limit of the 300Hz filter. - Page 34 How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 1. Duty Cycle Display of the measurement in % of a logical signal (TTL, CMOS, etc.) or duty cycle, = DCY+ duty cycle positive DCY+ or ...
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Page 35: Resistance Measurement
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 5. Resistance The multimeter measures resistance (opposition to the flow of current) in ohms (Ω). For this purpose, it sends a weak current through the measurement measurement leads to the circuit being tested. -
Page 36: Audible Continuity Measurement
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 100 Ohm Press the F3 key to access this function. measurements So as not to damage the circuit tested, note that the multimeter provides a current of approximately 10mA max. -
Page 37: Diode Test
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 7. Diode test This function performs a diode forward voltage check to verify: diodes, Key: transistors, silicon-controlled rectifiers (thyristors) and other semiconductor components. This function tests a semiconductor junction by passing a current through it and measuring the voltage drop across the junction. -
Page 38: Capacitance Measurement
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 8. Capacitance Capacitance characterizes the ability of a component to store an electric measurement charge. The unit of capacitance is the farad (F). Most condensers/capacitors lie within the range from nanofarads (nF) to microfarads (μF). Key: The multimeter measures capacitance by charging a capacitor with a known current for a known time and measuring the resulting voltage. -
Page 39: Temperature Measurement
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) To measure a temperature: 9. Temperature measurement Connect the sensor to the V and COM terminals, making sure to get the polarity right. Key: 1. Choose the unit: °C (Celsius), K (Kelvin) or °F (Fahrenheit). 2. - Page 40 How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 9. Temperature measurement (continued) Connecting a K or J thermocouple with the temperature- compensated plug (option) Measurement of the temperature in °Celsius using a thermocouple between the V and COM terminals K thermocouple from -40°C to +1200°C 3 presses or TCJ (J thermocouple) from -40°C to...
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Page 41: Measurement On An Mli Type Speed Variator
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) 10. Measurement on The multimeter has a low-pass AC filter that blocks voltages or currents at an MLI type speed undesirable frequencies. variator The MLI filter is activated as follows: Setup ... -
Page 42: Surveillance Mode
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) The SURV mode (available under MEAS…) 11. Surveillance monitors the variations of a signal, recor- mode ding the extremes (MIN and MAX) of the main measurement and calculating its mean (AVG). -
Page 43: Graphic Mode
How are the various quantities measured? How are the various quantities measured? (continued) This can be accessed by default under Meas… Trend and is used to display 12. Graphic mode the evolution of the quantity measured with respect to a fixed time scale >88s; the vertical scale may be automatic or manual (range selection). -
Page 44: Sx-Dmm Software
SX-DMM software SX-DMM Software SX-DMM: Processing These multimeters can be interfaced directly with a PC or other computer using software "SX-DMM" acquisition software: In the "General adjustments" menu of the multimeter: Select infrared communication (IR is default) by the Comm. function or BT if BT version multimeter ... -
Page 45: Module Bluetooth
Bluetooth module Bluetooth Module The -BT version multimeters are equipped with a Bluetooth module. Bluetooth They incorporate the Serial Port Profile service, making it possible to (on -BT version) communicate with a computer equipped with any type of Bluetooth adapter. If your computer does not have a Bluetooth module, the USB/Bluetooth adapter for PC (ref. - Page 46 Bluetooth module Bluetooth Module (continued) Configuration of the With some Bluetooth adapters, a link under SX-DMM reboot of the PC is with port COM4 recommended to validate the connection. The connection parameters are specific to each multimeter. They must be assigned manually, the first time only.
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Page 47: Technical Characteristics Of Mtx 3292, Mtx 3293
Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 Accuracy: Only values with tolerances or limits are guaranteed values. “n% L+n D” means Values without tolerances are given for guidance (standard NFC42670). “n% of the reading The technical specifications are guaranteed only after 30 minutes of warming up. Except + n Digit”... - Page 48 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) With this function, the user can measure the true RMS (TRMS) value of an AC voltage with its AC and AC + DC component (no capacitive coupling) or without its DC component.
- Page 49 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) The 100mV range is available only in Manual mode, by " ". AC RMS In the V & V modes and for signals >1kHz, the range of uncertainty displayed is...
- Page 50 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Three possible modes: DC, AC, AC+DC Currents In DC mode, you can measure a direct current or the DC component of an alternating current. In the AC and AC+DC modes, you can measure the true RMS (TRMS) value of an alternating current with/without its direct component (no capacitive coupling in "DC"...
- Page 51 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) AC and AC+DC TRMS currents Accuracy Input Range Resolution Protection impedance 45Hz to 20 to 1 to 20kHz 1 kHz 50kHz 0.5% L 0.5% L + 0.25% 170Ω 1,000μA 10nA ±40 D...
- Page 52 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Frequency Main frequency The user can measure a voltage or a current and its frequency simultaneously. measurement Range Resolution Protection Accuracy signals 10 to 100 Hz 0,001 Hz 100 to 1000 Hz...
- Page 53 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Secondary frequency measurement Range Resolution Protection Acceptable overload 10 to 100 Hz 0,001 Hz 100 to 1000 Hz 0,01 Hz 1450 Vcc 1000 to 10 kHz 0,1 Hz 0,02 % + 8 D (1 min max.)
- Page 54 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Resistance In this setting, the user can measure a resistance. Ohmmeter Particular reference conditions: The (+COM) input must not have been overloaded following the accidental application of a voltage to the input terminals with the switch set to Ω or T°.
- Page 55 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Diode test (in both modes) Indication of the junction voltage in the forward direction, from 0 to 2.6V in a single range (10V range) Normal Z Diode Accuracy 2 % L ± 30 D...
- Page 56 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Temperature The user can measure the temperature by means of a Pt100/Pt1000 sensor. Pt100/Pt1000 Range Measurement current Resolution Accuracy Protection -125°C to <1mA (Pt100) 0.1°C 0.5°C + 75°C <0.1mA...
- Page 57 Additional error for 250µs < t < 500µs: 3% SURV MIN, MAX, AVG Remark: measurements time-stamped only on the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 Accuracy and rate: same as Volt and Ampere measurement specifications dBm mode Display of the measurement in dBm with respect to a resistance reference chosen by the user between 1...
- Page 58 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Duty cycle DCY Display of the measurement in % of a logical signal (TTL, CMOS, etc.) = DC+ duty cycle DC- Duty cycle = T- Resolution 0.01% Minimum duration for ...
- Page 59 Technical characteristics Technical characteristics of the MTX 3292, MTX 3293 (continued) Variation in the nominal range Quantity of Voltage influence Primary battery of use Temperature Range 4.1 < U < 6.4 V (Max. influence) 10 V/m Humidity 500 MHz Storage battery Function 4.1 <...
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Page 60: General Characteristics
General, mechanical characteristics General characteristics Environmental Altitude <2000m conditions Reference range 23°C ±5°C Specified range of use 0°C to 40°C Influence of temperature see §. Variation. Relative humidity 0% to 80% from 0°C to 35°C 0% to 70% from 35°C to 40°C limited to 70% for the 5 and 50Ω... -
Page 61: Supply
Supply Supply Operating directions in 5 languages on CD-ROM with SX-DMM software supplied with the instrument Getting started guide on paper 1 set of safety leads (red and black) with double insulation probe tip ( of the probe tips: 4mm) 1,000V CAT III 20A ... -
Page 62: Appendix
Appendix APPENDIX In User mode, the device restarts in the user's personal configuration (General and Default Measurement menus) and the function selected when switched off, but coupling in configuration Volt function (AC+DC). In Basic mode, the default, the multimeter starts up in its elementary configuration (default values) and in the Volt function (AC+DC). - Page 63 Appendix APPENDIX (continued) Table of secondary measurements Secondary display Secondary display Display unit 1: mean measurement Secondary display unit 2 unit 1 unit 3 V AC A AC Ω V DC A DC function unit function unit function unit V AC+DC A AC+DC FREQ MATH funct.
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