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- Page 1 Auto Range Multimeter with USB / LAN wire Test...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents TITLE PAGE 1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………………………………….. 1.1 Precaution safety measures …………………………………………………………….. 1.1.1 Preliminary …………………………………………………………….. 1.1.2 During use …………………………………………………………….. 1.2 Symbols …………………………………………………………….. 1.3 Instructions …………………………………………………………….. 2. DESCRIPTION …………………………………………………………….. 2.1 Instrument Familiarization …………………………………………………………….. 2.2 LCD Display …………………………………………………………….. 2.3 Key pad …………………………………………………………….. 3. - Page 4 TITLE PAGE 3.2.6 Frequency measurement …………………………………………………………….. 17 3.2.7 Temperature measurement …………………………………………………………….. 17 3.2.8 Current measurement …………………………………………………………….. 18 3.2.9 PC Link …………………………………………………………….. 19 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………………………………….. 20 4.1 General specifications.. …………………………………………………………….. 20 4.2 Measurement specifications …………………………………………………………….. 20 4.2.1 Voltage …………………………………………………………….. 21 4.2.2 Frequency ……………………………………………………………..
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Page 5: General Instructions
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS This instrument complies with IEC 61010-1: 2001, CAT Ⅲ 1000V and CAT Ⅵ 600V overvoltage standards. See Specifications. To get the best service from this instrument, read carefully this user's manual and respect the detailed safety precautions. - Page 6 6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL Overvoltage In brief Examples category • Protected electronic equipment. • Equipment connected to (source) circuits in which measures are taken CATⅠ Electronic to limit transient overvoltages to an appropriately low level. • Any high-voltage, low-energy source derived from a highwinding resistance transformer, such as the high-voltage section of a copier.
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Page 7: During Use
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 1.1.2 During use * If the meter is used near noise generating equipment, be aware that display may become unstable or indicate large errors. * Do not use the meter or test leads if they look damaged. * Use the meter only as specified in this manual;... -
Page 8: Symbols
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL voltage pulses at the test points can damage the multimeter. Use of a TV filter will attenuate any such pulses. * Use just one 6F22 battery, properly installed in the Meter's battery case, to power the Meter. * Replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator ( ) appears. - Page 9 6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL appropriately qualified personnel, after having taken into account the instructions in this present manual. * A "qualified person" is someone who is familiar with the installation, construction and operation of the equipment and the hazards involved. He is trained and authorized to energize and de-energize circuits and equipment in accordance with established practices.
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Page 10: Description
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 2. DESCRIPTION 2.1 Instrument Familiarization The front panel is shown as in Figure 2-1, explanation being as follows: ① LCD display Used for displaying the measuring results and various symbols. ② Keypad Measurement function keys. ③... -
Page 11: Lcd Display
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 2.2 LCD Display Figure 2-2... - Page 12 6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL LCD screen is shown as in Figure 2-2, with its every symbol’s meaning shown as in the Table 1: Meaning Symbol Indicates negative readings Indicator for AC voltage or current Indicator for DC voltage or current The meter is in the Autorange mode in which the meter automatically selects the range AUTO with the best resolution.
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Page 13: Keypad
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 2.3 Keypad 2.3.1 SELECT 1. At position Switches between Resistance measurement, Diode Test and Continuity check. 2. At A mA A position Switches between dc and ac current. 3. Power-up Option Disables automatic power-off feature. 2.3.2 Press it to enter and exit the Data Hold mode. -
Page 14: Function Description
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 2. Press it again; the LCD will display the Maximum Value. 3. Press it again; the LCD will display the Minimum Value. 4. Press and hold it for two seconds, the meter will return to normal measurement state. (Except Hz/Duty and Capacitance) 3. -
Page 15: Battery Saver
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL NOTE: If you manually change the measurement range after entering the Data Hold modes, the Meter exits this mode. 2. To exit the manual ranging mode, press and hold down RANGE key for two seconds. The Meter returns to the autorange mode and AUTO is displayed. -
Page 16: Measurement Functions
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 3.2 Measurement Functions 3.2.1 AC and DC Voltage measurement To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, do not attempt to take any voltage measurement that might exceeds 1000Vdc or 1000Vac rms. To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the 。... -
Page 17: Resistance Measurement
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 3.2.2 Resistance measurement To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, disconnect circuit power and discharge high-voltage capacitors before measuring resistance. The Meter's resistance ranges are 600.0, 6.000k, 60.00k, 600.0k, 6.000M and 60.00M. To measure resistance (set up the Meter as shown in figure 3-2): 1. -
Page 18: Diode Test
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 3.2.3 Diode Test To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing diodes. To test a diode out of a circuit (set up the Meter as shown in Figure 3-3): 。... -
Page 19: Continuity Check
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 3.2.4 Continuity Check To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, disconnect circuit power and discharge high-voltage capacitors before testing Continuity. 。 。 To test for continuity (set up the Meter as shown in Figure 3-4): 1. -
Page 20: Capacitance Measurement
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 3.2.5 Capacitance measurement To avoid electrical shock and/or damage to the instrument, disconnect circuit power discharge all high-voltage capacitors before measuring capacitance. Use the dc voltage function to confirm that the capacitor is discharged. - Page 21 6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL The Meter's capacitance ranges are 60.00nF, 600.0nF, 6.000F, 60.00F and 300.0F. To measure capacitance (set up the Meter as shown in Figure 3-5): 1. Set the rotary switch to range. 2. Connect the black and red test leads to the COM and terminals respectively (or you can use capacitor test lead).
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Page 22: Temperature Measurement
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL The Meter can measure Frequency or Duty Cycle while making either an AC Voltage or AC Current measurement. To measure frequency or Duty Cycle: 1. With the meter in the desired function (AC Voltage or AC Current), press the Hz % key. 2. -
Page 23: Pc Link
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL To avoid damage to the Meter or injury if the fuse blows, never attempt in-circuit current measurement where the open-circuit potential to earth is greater than 1000V. To avoid damage to the meter, check the meter's fuse before proceeding. - Page 24 6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL The meter has serial data output function. It can be connected with PC by USB interface, so the measured data can be recorded, analyzed, processed and printed by PC. Before use this function, you need install the PC-Link software and USB driver in your PC.
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Page 25: Technical Specifications
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 General specifications Environment conditions: 1000V CAT Ⅲ and 600V CAT Ⅳ Pollution degree: 2 Altitude < 2000m Operating temperature: 0~40℃, 32℉~104℉(<80% RH, <10℃/ <50℉ non-condensing) Storage temperature: -10~60 ℃, 14℉~140℉(<70% RH, battery removed) Temperature Coefficient: 0.1(specified accuracy) / ℃/ °F (<18℃... -
Page 26: Voltage
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 4.2.1 Voltage DCV: Range Resolution Accuracy 600mV 0.1mV ±(0.5% of rdg +5 digits) 10mV ±(0.8% of rdg +5 digits) 600V 100mV 1000V ±(1.0% of rdg +2 digits) ACV: Range Resolution Accuracy 600mV 0.1mV ±(1.0% of rdg + 5 digits) 10mV 600V 100mV... -
Page 27: Frequency
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 4.2.2 Frequency Logic frequency (1Hz-1MHz) Range Resolution Accuracy 99.99Hz 0.01 Hz 999.9Hz 0.1 Hz 9.999kHz 0.001kHz ±(0.1% of rdg+3digits) 99.99kHz 0.01kHz 999.9kHz 0.1kHz Linear frequency （6HZ~10KHZ） Range Resolution Accuracy 99.99Hz 0.01 Hz 999.9Hz 0.1 Hz ±(0.05% of rdg+8digits) 9.999kHz 0.001kHz... -
Page 28: Diode Test
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 4.2.4 Diode Test Range Resolution Test Condition Forward DC current approximately 1mA. Reversed 0.001V DC voltage approximately 1.5V. 4.2.5 Continuity Check Range Resolution Test Condition 600 0.1 Open circuit voltage: approx. 0.5V Description: Continuity beeper≤30 4.2.6 Capacitance Range Resolution... -
Page 29: Current
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 4.2.8 Current DCA: Resolution Accuracy Range 0.1A 600A ±(1.5% of rdg+3 digits) 1A 6000A 0.01mA 60mA ±(1.5% of rdg+3 digits) 0.1mA 600mA ±(1.5% of rdg+5 digits) 10mA ACA: Range Resolution Accuracy 600A 0.1A ±(1.8% of rdg+5 digits) 6000A 1A 60mA... -
Page 30: Maintenance
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 5. MAINTENANCE This section provides basic maintenance information, including fuse and battery replacement instructions. Do not attempt to repair or service your Meter unless you are qualified to do so and have the relevant calibration, performance test, and service information. -
Page 31: Battery Replacement
6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL 6. Install the replacement fuses only with specified ratings: F 0.63A/1000V 10.338 F 10A/1000V 10.338 7. Rejoin the rear cover and tighten the screws. 5.3 Battery replacement To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator ( ) appears. - Page 32 6000 COUNTS DIGITAL MULTIMETER USER'S MANUAL One piece Multi-function socket One piece USB line One piece PC-Link software CD If there are some changes in accessories, please refer to the real product as standard. Sifam Tinsley Instrumentation Ltd 1 Warner Drive, Springwood Industrial Estate, Braintree, Essex CM7 2YW Contact No.
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