Features; Remote Display - Fluke 381 User Manual

Features

The following sections explain the Meter features in detail.

Remote Display

The Meter uses low-power 802.15.4 wireless technology to let the display module operate in a
different location than the Meter base. Although there is control of some Meter functions
(Hold, MIN MAX AVG, and Backlight), complete remote control of the Meter is not available
through the display module.
The wireless radio signal does not hinder Meter measurements. Usually, the radio signal is off
when the display module is docked to the Meter base. It is possible for the radio signal to be on
when the display module is docked and the Rotary Function Switch is set to OFF. To make sure
that the radio signal is off, remove the batteries from the Meter base and display module.
The display module is synchronized with a Meter base when it is docked on the Meter base and
turned on. Different display modules can be synchronized with a Meter base but, only one
display module can be synchronized to a Meter base at the same time.
The Meter base and display can be a maximum of 10 meters from each other before the radio
signal connection is broken. This distance can change with the obstacles between the Meter
base and display. There is a radio connection when
To detach the display from the Meter base, see
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The wireless radio signal does not hinder Meter measurements. Usually, the radio signal is off
when the Display Module is docked to the Meter base.
To verify the Meter firmware version, turn off the Meter and simultaneously push
the Rotary Function Switch to
Meter with Firmware Version <0.9
It is possible for the radio signal to be on when the Display Module is docked and the Rotary
Function Switch is set to OFF. To make sure that the radio signal is off, remove the batteries
from the Meter base and Display Module.
Meter with Firmware Version ≥0.9
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