ACECO FC1003 Quick Start Manual

ACECO
Introduction
The Aceco FC1003 hand-held frequency counter is probably the best value ever, even advanced features such as field
strength measurement is incorporated. It is compact, truly pocket-sized, test instrument designed for ease of use and
dependable performance. Supplied as a complete with internal NiCd pack, AC wall charger and 7 section telescopic
antenna.
Specifications
Frequency range:
Weight:
Size:
Impedance:
Case:
Battery:
Power:
Timebase:
Features
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10 digit Liquid Crystal Display
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Filter to prevent display of random noise
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Low power consumption (Average 6 hour battery life)
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Supplied with NiCd pack, AC wall charger and telescopic antenna
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Hold switch to lock display
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Low battery indicator
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Ultra sensitive synchronous detector 16 section bargraph to show RF signal strength
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High speed 300 MHz direct counter with 0.1 Hz resolution
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4 selectable gate speeds
Controls
1. Power Switch - This slide switch turns the counter on and initiates a 2 second test of all the LCD segments.
2. Range Switch - This should be switched to the 300 MHz position for frequencies between 1 MHz and 300 MHz and
switched to the 3 GHz position for frequencies between 10 MHz and 3 GHz.
3. Filter Switch – This slide switch turns the filter on and off.
4. Hold Button - This holds the current display and stops the counter from counting.
5. Gate Button - This selects the gate or measurement time. A longer gate time allows counting for longer period and
results in higher accuracy.
6. Calibration - The calibration adjustment opening is located on the front panel of the counter. This allows access to the
trimmer capacitor that provides about a 10 PPM adjustment range of the time base oscillator. This is not usually
necessary but to do so read a signal of a known frequency before adjusting the trimmer for correct frequency display.
If you calibrate at 4.1943 MHz or above then the counter will be more accurate.
Warranty
Aceco Electronics, Corp. guarantee the counter and its accessories for one year against defects in manufacture. This
warranty does not cover items that have been modified, subject to unauthorized repairs, misuse or abuse. This warranty
does not cover damage caused by excessive power levels applied to the signal input. Never make any kind of connection
between the counter and a transmitter.
1 MHz - 3 GHz
210 g
80 mm high x 68 mm wide x 31 mm deep
50 Ohms (BNC Socket)
Stamped aluminum with black anodized finish
Internal 4 x AA 600 mAH NiCd pack
9 VDC 300 mA
Less than 1 PPM at room temperature
FC1003
Frequency Counter