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92B/96B/99B/105B ScopeMeter Users Manual 4822 872 00724 March 1996, Rev. 4, 1/99 1996, 1999 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Netherlands All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING YOUR SCOPEMETER TEST TOOL SCOPEMETER TEST TOOL FEATURES ..........1-2 USING THE HOLSTER AND THE TILT STAND .
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TRIGGERING ..............5-12 USING THE MIN MAX ENVELOPE FUNCTION OF THE FLUKE 92B ..... . . 5-21 USING THE SCOPE RECORD AND MIN MAX ENVELOPE FUNCTIONS OF THE FLUKE 96B, 99B, or 105B .
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CHAPTER 6 USING ADDITIONAL CAPABILITIES MAKING MEASUREMENTS USING THE CURSORS ........6-2 DELETING MEMORIES .
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92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual CHAPTER 9 APPENDIXES APPENDIX 9A SPECIFICATIONS ........... . 9-3 APPENDIX 9B PARTS AND ACCESSORIES .
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92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual ABOUT THIS MANUAL Chapter 6 Using Additional Capabilities This chapter explores the additional capabilities available Chapter 1 Introducing the ScopeMeter Test Tool with your ScopeMeter test tool. The chapter covers This chapter introduces features and capabilities of your subjects, such as Scope measurements using the cursors, ScopeMeter test tool.
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UNPACKING THE SCOPEMETER TEST Index TOOL KIT The index at the end of the manual lists words alphabetically. Consult this list to find an item quickly. ® The following items should be included in your ScopeMeter test tool kit (also see the yellow shipment card): NOTE Throughout this manual an through a model number...
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VIII 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual WARNING International electrical symbols used are explained below. READ "SAFETY" CAREFULLY BEFORE USING YOUR Caution (see explanation in DOUBLE INSULATION SCOPEMETER TEST TOOL. manual) (Protection Class) Common (Lo) input symbol, Recycling symbol SAFETY equal potential The instrument described in this manual is designed to be...
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WARNING The ScopeMeter test tool uses a three-lead connection sys- tem for dual input, isolated (electrically floating) measure- DO THE FOLLOWING TO AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK ments. The connections for isolated and grounded IF A SCOPEMETER TEST TOOL COM (COMMON) measurements are shown in the following illustration. INPUT IS CONNECTED TO >42V PEAK (30V RMS): 1.
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Before use, inspect probes for mechanical damage are included with original purchase ScopeMeter test tools and replace damaged probes! and are also available as accessories from your FLUKE representative. Whenever it is likely that safety has been impaired, the instrument must be turned off and disconnected from line Isolating from Input to Input power.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Sample tests Standards used: FLUKE 92B/96B/99B/105B EN 61010-1 (1993) ® ScopeMeter Series II Test Tool Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use Manufacturer Fluke Industrial B.V. EN 50081-1 (1992) Lelyweg 1 Electromagnetic Compatibility Generic Emission Standard:...
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92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Single Input Connection Single Input Connection with Mini Test Hook with HF Adapter Dual Input Connections Dual Input Connections with Mini Test Hooks with HF Adapters Figure 2. Input Connections for High Frequency Electronic Measurement WARNING To prevent electric shock and personal injury, Mini Test Hooks and HF Adapters must not be connected to any...
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XIII Single Input Connection with Single Input Connection with High Voltage Industrial Alligator Clips (PM9084/001 & AC20) Test Pin Single Input Connection Dual Input Connections with with High Voltage Industrial Alligator Clips Test Pin & AC20 (PM9084/001 & AC20) Figure 3. Input Connections for Isolated Heavy Duty Industrial Measurements...
(2.5 giga samples for to analyze and compare complex waveforms, or simply to Fluke 92B and 96B) read voltage levels. • Continuous Auto Set for hands-free probing without ScopeMeter Features adjustments to test the tool.
Introducing The ScopeMeter Test Tool 1 - 3 USING THE HOLSTER AND THE TILT STAND The ScopeMeter test tool is cradled in a holster that provides RELEASE HERE shock protection during rough handling. All keys and connections are accessible with the holster in place. You will need to remove the holster only to replace the batteries.
1 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual POWERING THE SCOPEMETER TEST TOOL The test tool can be powered from any of the following sources. Refer to Figure 1-2. • Internal Battery Pack (PM9086) A rechargeable NiCad Battery Pack comes installed in EXTERNAL every test tool.
Introducing The ScopeMeter Test Tool 1 - 5 MINIMIZING SIGNAL NOISE In general, using your test tool on battery power only will minimize noise pickup. Using the 10:1 probe will help in noise rejection. If you use the Power Adapter (PM8907), connect a test lead from the black 4-mm banana jack COM (common) to the measurement common (ground) of the system under test.
1 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual CHARGING THE BATTERY 3. The Power Adapter/Battery Charger uses a trickle charge for the batteries, so no damage can occur if you leave it WARNING charging for long periods, e.g., through the weekend. Typically a 21-hour recharge provides 4 hours of use.
Introducing The ScopeMeter Test Tool 1 - 7 LOOKING AT ALL mode, you can use the red INPUT A BNC jack MEASUREMENT CONNECTIONS and the grey INPUT B BNC jack as input. mode, only the red INPUT A BNC jack is used The ScopeMeter test tool provides four signal connection as input.
Comparing of measurements with reference examples. • Storing, analyzing, and documenting measurements. The following table shows the printing and communication features for each model: 99B 105B Screen dump using FlukeView Direct output to printer Remote control via computer software READING THE DISPLAY The display provides a great deal of information.
Introducing The ScopeMeter Test Tool 1 - 9 Reading a Dual Display Reading a Window Display Main Display: Displays the numeric readings combined When you change a setup, a part of the Main display area with a full screen-width waveform display. is used for a window.
1 - 10 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual USING THE KEYS The keys with a predefined function, regardless of the test tool's mode, are called keys or hard keys. Usally they give access to a menu, where items can be selected. The two yellow keys provide the possible ways to find your measurement.
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Introducing The ScopeMeter Test Tool 1 - 11 Figure 1-6 shows the basic navigation of the test tool. The five blue keys , and called function keys. These keys change function based on the present active menu. Actual function key definitions Yellow Yellow Dark grey...
1 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual STEPPING THROUGH A WINDOW The fixed sequence is as follows: When a window appears, the assignments to the function Press a MORE function key. This opens a keys change as follows: window. is the 'CLOSE' key, which closes the active window.
Introducing The ScopeMeter Test Tool 1 - 13 USING ON-LINE INFORMATION You can get information about functions at any time by pressing . The short descriptions will help you under- stand how the test tool functions. When you operate the ScopeMeter test tool, the display provides information about the present condition or explains procedures taking place and asks for confirmation.
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Chapter 2 Getting Started ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY ....2-3 POWER-ON CONFIGURATIONS ....2-4 Adjusting the Contrast .
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2 - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual This chapter provides a 15-minute demonstration intended for those who are not familiar with the ScopeMeter test tool. It gives some hands-on experience, with an emphasis on learning by seeing and doing. Those who are familiar with the test tool can skip the following pages and continue to Chapter 3.
Getting Started 2 - 3 ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY Using the Backlight Adjusting the Contrast You can set the backlight to high or low intensity. At power- on, the backlight is set to high intensity. • to adjust the contrast of the display to High intensity becomes extra high when the test tool is your preference.
2 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual SELECTING THE PROBE TYPE POWER-ON CONFIGURATIONS To prevent measurement errors, ensure that your test tool There are two different ways to reset the ScopeMeter test is adapted to your probe at power-on. Note that the tool: the Master Reset, and the power-on/save memory.
Getting Started 2 - 5 PERFORMING AN EASY SETUP Power-on/save memory This procedure also resets the ScopeMeter test tool and For quick operation, the test tool is equipped with a sets the probe range to 10:1. The Reset does not clear the Continuous Auto Set function.
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2 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Perform a Reset at Power ON. At power-on, all five function key definitions in the bottom display are assigned to the Main menu. Notice that METER is highlighted. Ensure the probe range is 10:1, as indicated on the display.
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Getting Started 2 - 7 Open the VOLT measurement menu; a list of the voltage measurements appears on the display Use these keys to choose a measurement. For now, highlight Vrms AC+DC. Press this function key to select Vrms AC+DC. The selected Vrms AC+DC reading appears as the main top reading on the display.
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2 - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Some measurements are done in another mode. This message appears in a double-lined box on the display: "This measurement is possible in SCOPE mode. Change to SCOPE mode now ?". The test tool changes automatically to the Scope mode. You can now find the Rise Time measurement result below the waveform area.
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Getting Started 2 - 9 If you have not already done so, perform a reset. The range increases and ranging is set to MANUAL. A Vrms AC and a V DC reading appear, and the amplitude of the graphical representation decreases. Input A Press this key once to measure a stable display.
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2 - 10 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Open the Meter-submenu mode. The five function keys are now assigned to the meter- submenu identifiers. Open the More Meter window. The window enables you to change several settings in Meter mode. Go to the next page and find more settings that you can change.
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Getting Started 2 - 11 If you have not already done so perform a reset. Activate the Scope Mode, then press . An image of the waveform appears on the display. The top display shows the attenuator, probe, time base, and trigger information. The waveform amplitude decreases.
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2 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual The test tool automatically selects attenuation, time base, and triggering to give you a readable display of the waveform. Press this to look at the Trigger menu now. This begins to display as the waveform rises above the trigger level (+SLOPE) or falls below the trigger level (-SLOPE).
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Getting Started 2 - 13 Adjust the trigger level: the " " icon moves upward as you change the trigger level. When the level is more than the waveform value, RUN changes into NOTRIG, and the display becomes unstable; your test tool is no longer triggered. Adjust the trigger level to about 50% of the waveform amplitude, so that your test tool is triggered again.
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Chapter 3 Making Measurements MAKING CONNECTIONS ..... . 3-2 MEASURING FUNCTIONS NOT USING THE MEASUREMENT FUNCTIONS ..3-3 AVAILABLE FROM THE MEASURE MENU .
3 - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAKING CONNECTIONS ScopeMeter test tool measurement connections are illustrated in Figure 3-1. Use the red INPUT A BNC jack or the red and black 4 mm banana jacks for measurements. The ScopeMeter test tool informs you when to use INPUT A or the banana jacks.
(MORE MEASURE) to access a multipaged (seven pages) list of all possible measurements. Press (PREVIOUS PAGE) and (NEXT PAGE) to step through the pages in the More Measure window. ATTENTION The listed SCOPE mode measurements are not available for the FLUKE 92B.
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3 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual On a page, use to highlight the desired The measurements in the More Measure window are listed measurement, then press to select. This activates below. your chosen measurement and closes the window. The Page 1 of 7: measurement result is instantly displayed on the screen.
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Making Measurements 3 - 5 Page 2 of 7: Page 3 of 7: NOTE V peak/peak SCOPE Measure the difference between highest and lowest voltage value of the waveform between INPUT A in Meter mode can make separate V DC and the (vertical) cursors in Scope mode.
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3 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Page 4 of 7: A DC EXTmV Measure the DC current in EXT.mV mode with a Current probe (available as an option) that is A DC METER Measure the DC current in Meter mode connected to the red and black 4-mm banana jacks.
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Making Measurements 3 - 7 Page 5 of 7: dBm AC METER (decibel milliwatt) Measure the power ratio of the AC component of a signal with respect to 1 mW METER Measure the frequency of the input signal in in Meter mode. This is done with DC-coupled input. You Meter mode.
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3 - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Page 7 of 7: RPM 1 METER (revolutions per minute) Measure one count per revolution in Meter mode. RPM 2 METER (revolutions per minute) Measure one count per two revolutions in Meter mode. dt (delta time) SCOPE Measure the time difference between the (vertical) cursors in Scope mode.
Making Measurements 3 - 9 • USING A SHORTCUT TO MOST COMMONLY Press (dB) to open a list with power MEASUREMENTS measurements: From the Measure menu, you can also find many most commonly used measurements directly under one of the function keys , or .
3 - 10 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual ORDERING MEASUREMENT READINGS MEASURING FUNCTIONS NOT AVAILABLE FROM THE MEASURE MENU At default, three measurement readings are displayed at the same time, although you can display up to four There are also a few more measurements that you can readings.
Making Measurements 3 - 11 dBm AC (decibel milliwatt) Measure the power ratio of For dBV, dBm and dBW, you can select a range of the AC component of a signal with respect to 1 mW in references by pressing Meter mode.
3 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MEASUREMENTS MAP The measurements can be selected in various menus. The following Measurements map shows where you can find all measurements. MAIN MENU MEASURE MENU Voltage Measurements • • • V DC • •...
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Making Measurements 3 - 13 MAIN MENU MEASURE MENU Power Measurements • • • dBV DC • • • dBV AC • • dBV AC+DC • dBV AC (no DC) • • • dBm DC • • • dBm AC •...
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3 - 14 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAIN MENU MEASURE MENU Ampere Measurements • • • A DC • • • A AC • • • A AC+DC • A AC (no DC) Temperature Measurements ° • ° • Resistance Measurements •...
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TAKING RELATIVE READINGS (SCALING) ..4-14 with the Fluke 92B ......4-10 Readings Relative to a ∆...
4 - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAKING CONNECTIONS ScopeMeter test tool measurement connections are illus- Scope only trated in Figure 4-1. Use the red INPUT A BNC jack for Scope and Meter modes. Use the grey INPUT B BNC jack as a second input for Scope measurements.
Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 3 SELECTING A MAIN MODE At power-on, the main menu at the bottom of the display is always shown. To get the main menu from another menu or screen, press Main menu Choose a main mode with any of the function keys: , or The measuring result is then displayed.
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4 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual If necessary, you can select the range of both the scope trace and meter display, and the time base speed. • Press to select the desired attenuation. Ranges are from 1V to 3 kV (Vrms: 2.5 kV) with 10:1 probe, or from 100 mV to 300V (Vrms: 250V) with direct 1:1 input.
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Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 5 The measurement result is displayed as a 3 2/3-digit display. The ranges are 30Ω (manual only), 300Ω, 3 kΩ, 30 kΩ, 300 kΩ, 3 MΩ, and 30 MΩ. A beeper alert is generated at <5% of a selected range in Manual Range mode.
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4 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual EXTernal milliVolt function. Signals supplied to the red and black 4-mm banana jack inputs are measured. The red banana jack is the high input, and the black banana jack (COM) is the low. The ranges are 300 mV, and 3V.
Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 7 SELECTING RANGES (MANUAL/AUTO RANGE) In manual range, the input attenuator range can be changed by pressing the INPUT A key or , when these are assigned to . If in auto range, this switches automatically to manual range, and MANUAL appears in the top right of the display.
4 - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual HOLDING A STABLE MEASUREMENT (TOUCH HOLD The Touch Hold function captures the next stable measurement and a beep indicates that a stable measurement has been made. When the Touch Hold function is turned on, the numeric display is frozen (held)
Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 9 DISPLAYING MINIMUM MAXIMUM READINGS WITH RELATED TRENDPLOT The MIN MAX recording function is used to display several characteristics of the present main reading over time in the form of readings and a graphical plot (Min Max TrendPlot™).
With the Fluke 92B, you can generate a Min Max TrendPlot of the present main reading, as follows: With the Fluke 96B, 99B, or 105B, you can generate a Min Max TrendPlot of the present main reading, as follows: 1. Press 1.
4 - 11 ATTENTION Using 'Time from start' or 'Time of day' stamps with the Fluke 96B, 99B, or 105B An overload of MAX or MIN will stop the Min Max You can select the recording time stamps to indicate the record mode.
4 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Stopping Recording, Freezing the Display, and Examining a Record from Memory with the Fluke 96B, Examining the Results 99B, or 105B While recording is in progress, you can press at any When you generate a Min Max TrendPlot, then exit this time to stop recording.
Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 13 SELECTING THE SCOPEMETER KEY SUBMENU From any main mode, you can access the main mode sub- menu by pressing for more control over the selected mode. Figure 4-4 shows the METER mode submenu. Figure 4-5.
4 - 14 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAKING MEASUREMENTS IN METER AND TAKING RELATIVE READINGS (SCALING) EXT.mV MODE Scale Main Reading displays the present measurement In Meter and EXT.mV mode you can make the same result with respect to a defined range. From a Submenu, measurements as found in the Measure Menu.
Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 15 Readings as a Percent Change from Reference Point Readings Displayed as a Percent of Scale (0%-100%) (Zero %∆) Scaling starts automatically when both 0% and 100% Select "ZERO %∆" to set the present upper reading as the values have been entered as the scaled reference values.
4 - 16 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual A typical scaling display is shown in the figure below: Scaling in Combination with Min Max Trendplot™ Recording To generate a Min Max Trendplot of a scaled reading, proceed as follows: • Select a reading you want to scale.
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Using the Dual Display Mode Functions 4 - 17...
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Chapter 5 Using in Scope Mode MAKING CONNECTIONS ..... . 5-3 SELECTING THE SCOPE SUBMENU ..5-10 MAKING AN EASY SETUP .
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Selecting a Dot Size ..... . . 5-27 THE FLUKE 96B, 99B, or 105B ....5-22 Selecting a Display Grid .
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 3 MAKING CONNECTIONS Scope connections are illustrated in Figure 5-1. Maximum scope inputs on either BNC are as follows: • Maximum input signal voltage: 300V rms direct • Maximum input signal voltage: 600V rms when using 10:1 probe •...
5 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAKING AN EASY SETUP CONTROLLING INPUTS A AND B Continuous Auto Set automatically selects the optimum Press to open the input settings menu. settings for connected input signals and keeps track of any variation of the signal. Start Continuous Auto Set by pressing .
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 5 ADJUSTING THE AMPLITUDE Capturing Glitches Press on INPUT A to turn GLITCH DETECTion on. You can use for INPUT A or INPUT B to adjust This function displays the events that occur between two input waveform attenuation.
Roll 2s/DIV - 60s/DIV Fluke 92B and 96B : 10ns/DIV Fluke 99B and 105B : 5ns/DIV The time base can be changed in increments of 1, 2, and 5 (e.g., 10 ns, 20 ns, 50 ns). Figure 5-3. Time Base and Amplitude Adjustment...
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 7 POSITIONING THE WAVEFORM ON THE DISPLAY Considerable flexibility is offered in moving the trace(s) around the display. reposition the trace up or down maximum four divisions. This operation can be done separately for each input. The key simultaneously repositions all traces left or right from -4 to +16.5 divisions.
5 - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual ACQUIRING WAVEFORMS Roll Mode Roll mode supplies a visual log of waveform activity and is Choosing Recurrent or Single Acquisition especially useful when measuring lower frequency You can instruct the ScopeMeter test tool to continuously waveforms.
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 9 Using "Zoom" to Increase or Decrease Time Resolution Zoom displays a waveform with increased time resolution, giving up to 1000x magnification. Use the following procedure to Zoom in a waveform: 1. Press 2. Use the keys to highlight "scope zoom".
5 - 10 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual SELECTING THE SCOPE SUBMENU Capturing 10 or 20 Divisions This enables you to capture either 10 or 20 divisions of From the Scope mode, press to open the Scope waveform detail. mode submenu. This gives you more control over the Selecting 10 divisions, or one full screen, is sufficient for Scope mode.
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 11 Smoothing the Waveform (Average) Additional information about smoothing appears in Chapter 6. Waveform samples with and without averaging are shown The test tool can average multiple samples of a waveform, in Figure 5-9. allowing for noise suppression without loss of bandwidth.
5 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual TRIGGERING Trigger Basics Triggering tells the ScopeMeter test tool when to begin displaying the waveform. You can select which input signal should be used as the source, on which edge this should occur, and at what waveform level it should occur. Finally,...
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 13 • • Press to open the Trigger menu. GENERATOR 92B 96B . See Chapter 6 for more information. NOTE EXTERN and GENERATOR are mutually exclusive; selecting one deactivates the other. Figure 5-11. Trigger Menu Defining the Trace Start Selecting a Trigger Source In the MORE TRIGGER menu, highlight TRACE START...
5 - 14 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Adjusting the Trigger Level Types of trigger delays are discussed below. In many instances, you can select more than one type of delay. To adjust the test tool’s trigger level, do the following: Press to enter the Time Delay list box.
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 15 The TV Triggering Function Overview of the TV Trigger functions The TV trigger function allows you to examine frames, To use the TV trigger function, press ; then press fields, and lines of TV signals for various TV systems. to open the TV trigger menu shown in Figure 5-12.
5 - 16 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Selecting TV System and Scan Rate To verify or change TV trigger settings, do the following: Before using TV triggering, make sure that the test tool is 1. From the TV Trigger Menu (see Figure 5-12): set for the correct TV system and scan rate.
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 17 Using the LINES Trigger Function Using the FRAME Trigger Function With this function, all lines are displayed. The test tool With this function, the test tool triggers on vertical triggers on the horizontal synchronization pulse (line sync). synchronization pulses (frame sync).
5 - 18 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Using the SELECT LINE Trigger Function With this function, the test tool can trigger on any specific line in a frame. To select a line, refer to Figure 5-12 and do the following: 1. From the TV Trigger Menu, press (SELECT LINE) to display the select line menu (see Figure 5-14).
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 19 NOTE Using the 4-field Sequence Function When viewing signals from an interlaced video system, you In interlaced video systems the color information in a may need to use the 4-field sequence function to get a selected line may be alternating between two phases or stable display, as described in the next section, "Using the between two amplitudes.
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5 - 20 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual To use the 4-field sequence function, do the following: 1. From the TV trigger menu, press (4-FIELD SEQUENCE). NOTE When you have set 'TV system: VIDEO Non-interlaced' in 4-FIELD SEQUENCE the MORE TRIGGER menu, the 4-FIELD SEQUENCE menu option is disabled (not visible on the display shown in Figure 5-14).
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 21 USING THE MIN MAX ENVELOPE FUNCTION OF THE FLUKE 92B This function displays changes in the shape of a waveform as a grey area around the actual trace. It keeps track of minimum and maximum values that occur over time.
The recording functions are as follows: ENVELOPE FUNCTIONS OF THE SCOPE RECORD FLUKE 96B, 99B, or 105B This is a fast electronic 'chart recorder' kind of function with 30k of memory. The large memory allows you to record In SCOPE mode, press to access the waveform startup events.
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 23 Using the ScopeRecord™ function Do the following to start a ScopeRecord: Before you start the ScopeRecord, make the following 1. From the Min Max Record menu press (START). preparations: 2. If there is still data in memory from the previous recording, a message appears asking you to confirm 1.
5 - 24 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Examining the ScopeRecord™ 3. Use (ZOOM in) and (ZOOM out) to increase and decrease the time resolution. To examine a ScopeRecord, do the following: increases the time resolution. The zoom box above 1. From the Min Max Record menu press becomes smaller to indicate that a (EXAMINE).
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 25 Using the Min Max Envelope Function To start this function, do the following: 1. From the Min Max Record menu press (MIN MAX ENVELOPE). NOTE Any change in attenuation or time base will start a new Min Max envelope recording.
5 - 26 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAKING COMBINATIONS WITH INPUT A AND INPUT B Press on INPUT B to select A+B to show INPUTS A and B added together or to select A-B to show INPUT B subtracted from INPUT A.
Using in Scope Mode 5 - 27 ADAPTING THE DISPLAY FULL adds a crosshatch pattern based on the horizontal time and vertical amplitude divisions on the display. You can adapt the display to your preference as follows: 1. Press 2. Press to open the Display Menu window.
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5 - 28 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual In the DISPLAY window you can also choose the DOT JOIN function, which either shows the individual measure- ment samples or joins them together to give a continuous trace. DISPLAY MODE allows you to select normal or reverse video.
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Chapter 6 Using Additional Capabilities MAKING MEASUREMENTS USING USING A PRINTER ......6-14 THE CURSORS ......6-2 Connecting to a Printer .
6 - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MAKING MEASUREMENTS USING THE CURSORS Cursors allow make precise digital measurements of waveform activity between measurement areas. This can be done on live waveforms and on saved waveforms. • From Scope mode, press to turn on (and off) the cursor readings.
Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 3 When the cursor readings are turned on, you can choose 4. Choose the waveform source with Measure on Wave- one or more measurements as follows: form. The source selection is determined by active dis- play traces.
6 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Adding a Cursor Main Reading From the ADD MAIN READING list box, use to highlight the reading to display, then press select. Repeat this for more readings. In making cursor measurement calculations, the ScopeMe- ter test tool uses waveform activity between the cursors.
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Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 5 • • t2 from TRIG Measures the time difference between rise time Measures the rise time between 10% and the trigger occurrence and the right cursor. 90% points of the waveform. The 0% and 100% points are determined by the intersection of the waveform and •...
6 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual DELETING MEMORIES CAUTION Open the Delete Menu at any time by pressing A Master Reset destroys all memory contents and leaves initial setup with its default settings. Refer to "Master Reset configuration" further on in this chapter for a complete discussion of Initial Setup.
You can save a maximum of you can save this configuration as one of a maximum of 40 10 screens (For FLUKE 96B you can save a maximum of setups (For FLUKE 96B you can save a maximum of 20 five screens).
6 - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual RECALLING FROM MEMORY Copying Waveforms or Settings To copy a waveform or setting from one memory to You can review screens and recall waveforms and setups another, press to open the More Save window.
Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 9 2. Use (PREVIOUS SCREEN) or (NEXT You can display a maximum of four waveforms at a time. If SCREEN) to step through the saved screens. you attempt to display a fifth waveform, a message lets you know you have exceeded the maximum number allowed 3.
6 - 10 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual To reposition any of the recalled waveforms on the display, first select the appropriate waveform separately by pressing , highlight "move #" in the list box with , and press to select. appears in the right bottom of the display.
Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 11 USING WAVEFORM MATH FUNCTIONS 92B 96B You can perform several math functions on the various waveforms or memories. • ADD, SUBTRACT, and MULTIPLY require two oper- ands (SOURCE 1 and SOURCE 2). The operands can Figure 6-6.
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6 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Multiply Multiplies two waveforms (each sourced from an active input or a memory location) and stores the result in the next free waveform memory. For example, power can be calculated with MULTIPLY if SOURCE1 represents the voltage drop across a device and SOURCE 2 represents current through that device.
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Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 13 Filter Any waveform (active input or memory) can be filtered, with the resulting waveform stored in a new memory location. Noise suppression or simply waveform smoothing is thereby possible. Filtering is especially useful with single-shot waveforms, where averaging of multiple waveform samples is not otherwise available.
6 - 14 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual USING A PRINTER NOTE The following instructions relate to actions you must take at Connecting to a Printer the test tool end of this operation. Optically Isolated RS-232 Adapter/Cable (PM9080/001) to connect a printer to the OPTICAL INTER- Setting Print Parameters FACE connection of the ScopeMeter test tool.
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Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 15 SCREEN (default setting) Print a graphic copy of the READINGS Print a numerical representation of the actual display (Scope, Meter, or in any other mode). measured values in table form. Printing can be done once (single) or repetitively with a selected interval time.
6 - 16 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual WAVEFORMS Print selected waveform. waveform is printed in a numerical format that represents sample data points (Scope mode only). You can calculate the real voltage of each data point by subtracting the Y-pos from the data point value (3-0=3, etc), then multiplying this with the 200 mV/dot parameter (3 * 200 mV = 600 mV).
Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 17 USING THE WAVEFORM GENERATOR TESTING COMPONENTS 92B 96B 92B 96B Press and then to open the GENERATE menu. You can now select a waveform output at the red (GENE- RATOR OUT) and black (COMmon) 4-mm banana jacks. Figure 6-9.
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6 - 18 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual 2. Choose the type of TEST WAVEFORM: the test tool outputs a slow voltage sweep (-2V to +2V) or current sweep (0 to +3mA). 3. Choose the TEST PROBE COUPLING: AC or DC coupling.
Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 19 SETTING THE DATE AND TIME The ScopeMeter test tool has a real time clock that keeps track of date and time. The clock function is useful in combination with Min Max Trendplot™ if you want to know when a particular event occurred.
6 - 20 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual CHANGING THE RESET CONFIGURATIONS Setting the Date When you turn the test tool on, it begins operation in the You can set the date as follows: last-known configuration, and the main SCOPEMETER 1. From the User Options menu, press (DATE AND function menu appears.
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Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 21 To perform a selective reset, do the following: 1. From the User Options menu, press to open the MORE OPTIONS menu. 2. Press to open the RESET menu (see Figure 6-12). Figure 6-13. Startup Menu Window 3.
6 - 22 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual ALTERING THE CONTINUOUS AUTO SET Changing Continuous Auto Set Options CONFIGURATION Change the Continuous Auto set configuration as follows: When is pressed, the instrument assumes the 1. From the User Options menu, press (MORE Continuous Auto Set configuration.
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Using Additional Capabilities 6 - 23 The items shown in this window are divided into three 4. The third page defines functions that are turned off pages. Select a page with (PREVIOUS PAGE) or when the Continuous Auto Set is active. (NEXT PAGE).
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Chapter 7 Measuring Examples MEASURING TEMPERATURE ....7-2 MEASURING PHASE USING THE CURSORS ..7-12 MEASURING CURRENT ..... . 7-4 MEASURING PULSE RESPONSE MEASURING POWER WITH MATH FUNCTION .
7 - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual This chapter examines some typical measurements that can be made with your ScopeMeter test tool. The exam- ples given can be used as an aid in many applications. RED DOT MEASURING TEMPERATURE Temperature is an often measured characteristic. The...
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Measuring Examples 7 - 3 Move the slide switch on the probe to the °C position. The actual air temperature appears on the display. The test tool starts continuously recording the air temperature and graphs the minimum, maximum, and average temperatures on the display.
7 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MEASURING CURRENT The 80i-1000s Current Probe is an optional accessory designed for use with the ScopeMeter test tool to measure current flow in electrical circuits. The reading in the Measure menu can be assigned to current (amps) sensed by the Current Probe.
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Measuring Examples 7 - 5 Set current probe range switch to 10 mV/A. Do a Reset; probe scaling factor is 10:1. ¹ Select page 4 of the More Measure window. ¹ : A AC+DC METER ...
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7 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual To see the current as a waveform, set the test tool as follows: Set Current Probe range switch to 10 mV/A. Do a Reset; probe scaling factor is 10:1. Select Scope mode.
Measuring Examples 7 - 7 MEASURING POWER WITH MATH FUNCTION 92B 96B When used with the optional 80i-1000s Current Probe, the ScopeMeter test tool is able to measure voltage and current at the same time. This may be used to measure average power consumption of an electrical load on a single-phase circuit.
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7 - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Select Continuous Auto Set. Open the Math menu. ¹ Select each item. Store the resulting waveform in Destination memory 1. Close the window. Figure 7-7. Power measurement In Figure 7-7, INPUT A represents the current measure-...
Measuring Examples 7 - 9 MEASURING THREE-PHASE ON A DUAL WARNING INPUT THE SETUP REQUIRES CONNECTING TEST LEADS Dual input measurements can be used for many applica- TO LIVE COMPONENTS OF A HIGH ENERGY CIRCUIT. tions. This example shows how to use these measure- TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK AND/OR EQUIPMENT ments to determine phase rotation of a "Y"...
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7 - 10 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Make sure the circuit breaker is turned off. Connect the test tool to two circuit breakers of two different phases and the Do a Reset; probe scaling factor is 10:1. neutral bus bar as shown in Figure 7-9. Use the alligator ...
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Measuring Examples 7 - 11 ¹ The upper display in Figure 7-10 shows that phase 2 (INPUT B) follows phase 1 (INPUT A). The lower display ¹ : Vrms AC (METER) shows that phase 3 follows phase 1. The Volt RMS readout (about 230 Vrms) appears on the display.
7 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MEASURING PHASE USING THE CURSORS Choose ADD MAIN READING. In this example you will use the cursors to measure the phase difference between the waveforms on INPUT A and Open the list box.
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Measuring Examples 7 - 13 The display shows the phase between the waveforms on INPUT A INPUT B: "phase A>B -120°" (see Figure 7-12). To identify the point on the waveforms where the measure- ment has occurred, you can use the markers on page 3 within the More Scope window.
7 - 14 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual MEASURING PULSE RESPONSE OF AN AMPLIFIER Do a Reset; probe scaling factor is 10:1. In this example you will use cursors to measure the rise time of a pulse. Rise time is an indication of the bandwidth Set the test tool to Scope mode.
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Measuring Examples 7 - 15 Set the left cursor to the low level of the waveform: see Figure 7-14. This is the 0% reference point. Set the right cursor to the high level of the waveform: see Figure 7-14. This is the 100% reference point. ...
8 - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual WARNING CLEANING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE: Clean the ScopeMeter test tool with a damp cloth and a USE ONLY INSULATED PROBES, TEST LEADS, AND mild detergent. Do not use abrasives, solvents, or alcohol.
Ni-Cd This instrument contains a Nickel-Cadmium battery. Do not dispose of this battery with other solid waste. Used batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler. Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for recycling information.
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8 - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Install a new NiCad battery pack (PM9086) or new alkaline (C Cell) batteries (type KR27/50 or R14) as shown in Figure 8.1. NOTE Ensure that the NiCad battery pack charging contact is aligned in the battery compartment as shown in Figure 8.1.
User Maintenance 8 - 5 REPLACING FUSES Since the test tool uses electronically protected inputs, no fuses are required. CALIBRATING THE PROBES The following procedures describe dc calibration and ac adjustment for the 10:1 probe used on INPUT A (red scope probe) and INPUT B (grey scope probe).
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8 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual to highlight 10:1, and press INPUT B Probe Calibration select. Connect the INPUT B BNC input to the GENERATOR OUT red banana jack. See Figure 8-4. Use the grey to select CALIBRATE PROBE on A, and scope probe and the grey 4-mm banana adapter.
Publication 1010, Safety FLUKE guarantees the properties expressed in numerical Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, values with the stated tolerance. Specified non-tolerance Control, and Laboratory Use. This manual contains numerical values indicate those that could be nominally...
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40 ns Glitch detect RANGES: Sweep speeds 1 µs per division or slower on INPUT A. Recurrent ......5 ns to 1 s/div (Fluke 99B, 105B) 10 ns to 1 s/div (Fluke 92B, 96B) Grey-scale display Dual input alternating ....5 ns (10 ns) to 20 µs/div Analog-like Grey-scale display.
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Record Length ..256 or 512 samples (10 or 20 division) Current Probes. ScopeRecord™ (Fluke 99B, 105B) ....30k samples from 20 ms/div to 60s/div Single cursor measurements: V1, V2, t1 from TRIG, t2 from TRIG.
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9 - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual METER MODE Full Scale Reading ......1000 or 3000 counts Crest Factor ..Automatic ranging on crest factor overload Displays up to four readings and a full screen scope Common Mode Rejection Ratio..>60 dB, DC to 60 Hz waveform of INPUT A.
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Appendixes 9 - 7 Ω MODE Full Scale Reading........... 3000 counts (external 4-mm banana jack inputs) Normal Mode Rejection ....>50 dB at 50 or 60 Hz Common Mode Rejection ....>100 dB at DC, 50, 60, Ranges ..30Ω, 300Ω, 3 kΩ, 30 kΩ, 300 kΩ, 3 MΩ, 30 MΩ or 400 Hz Accuracy (300Ω...
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Screen ....all displayed waveforms, readings, and Smooth ..Moving average of readings for about last 8 sec. setup, 10 for Fluke 99B and 105B, 5 for Fluke 96B Normal ..<3.5 seconds response time for inputs >50 Hz Waveforms ....individual waveforms with setting, Fast ....<1 second response time for inputs >50 Hz...
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Appendixes 9 - 9 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Memory back-up battery .........CR2032 save screens, waveforms, and setups for up to three The accuracy of all measurements is within +(% of reading years after main batteries removed + number of counts) from 18 °C to 28 °C. Add 0.1 x (specific accuracy) for each °C <18 °C or >28 °C.
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Electromagnetic Interference ....................meets the following specifications (see also "DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY" on page XI) The Fluke 92B, 96B, 99B, and 105B, including standard accessories, conforms with the EEC Directive 89/336 for EMI immunity, as defined by IEC 801-3, with the addition of the following tables.
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Appendixes 9 - 11 Table 3 Susceptibility: disturbance less than 10% of full scale Frequency range: E = < 0.1V/m E = 1 V/m E = 3 V/m 10 kHz to 25 MHz Stand alone With PM8918 1 mV/div to 2 mV/div Table 4 Susceptibility: disturbance less than 10% of full scale Frequency range:...
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9 - 12 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Multimeter mode (V dc, excluding probe factor): Table 5 Susceptibility: no visible disturbance Frequency range: E = < 0.1V/m E = 1 V/m E = 3 V/m 10 kHz to 25 MHz Stand alone...
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Serial Printer Interface .......EPSON FX/LQ, Deskjet Thinkjet, Deskjet, Laserjet Print screens and waveforms or log meter and cursor readings Full PC Interface 92B 96B .......Transfer setups, waveforms, measurements, etc. Capture Screen......With FlukeView™ software (optional for Fluke 92B, 96B and 99B)
Appendixes 9 - 15 Appendix 9B Parts and Accessories SERVICE MANUAL Part Number: 4822 872 05368 STANDARD KIT CONTENTS DESCRIPTION MODEL PART NUMBER REMARK Yellow Holster PM9083/001 NiCad Battery Pack (installed) PM9086/011 Power Adapter/Battery Charger models available: Universal Europe 230V, 50 Hz PM8907/801 North America 120V, 60 Hz PM8907/803...
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9 - 16 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual DESCRIPTION MODEL PART NUMBER REMARK Probe Set 10:1 PM8918/002 set of two 10:1 Probe (Red) 5322 210 70139 10:1 Probe (Grey) 5322 210 70138 HF Adapter (2 x Black) 5322 263 50193 Adapter Probe Tip to Banana (Red)
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Appendixes 9 - 17 DESCRIPTION MODEL PART NUMBER REMARK Probe Accessory Set PM9094/002 HF Adapter (2 x Black) 5322 263 50193 Adapter Probe Tip to Banana (Red) 5322 264 20096 Adapter Probe Tip to Banana (Grey) 5322 264 20097 High Voltage Test Pin (Red) 5322 264 20087 High Voltage Test Pin (Grey) 5322 264 20088...
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Appendixes 9 - 19 Appendix 9C PM8907 Information Your ScopeMeter test tool is powered by a PM8907 Power Five versions are used with the ScopeMeter test tool: Adapter /Battery Charger. The version you use depends on • PM8907/801 Universal European line plug 230V the configuration ordered.
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9 - 20 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual PM8907/803 PM8907/801 PM8907/807 PM8907/806 PM8907/808 PM8907/804 Figure 9C-1. PM8907 Versions CAUTION At delivery, the PM8907/808 is set to 230V and is provided with a Power Supply Cord and Attachment Plug that is for use at the 115V setting only. When operating the unit at the 230V setting, you need a North American-to-European line plug adapter.
Parts, product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries or to any product which, in Fluke's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
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92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center or send the product, with a description of the difficulty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination), to the nearest Fluke authorized service center. Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit.
Appendixes 9 - 23 Appendix 9E Terminology The following list defines special terms used in this manual. Average A processing technique to obtain the average The terms are listed in alphabetical order. Words shown in value of a repetitive signal, useful to eliminate noise. italics can be found elsewhere in the list.
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9 - 24 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Coaxial-type input connector used for INPUT A Decibel Measurements that indicate voltage or power and INPUT B. comparison in a logaritmic scale. Bottom Display The lower part of the display, where the Delta % Percentage change (delta) uses the present function key menu is listed.
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Appendixes 9 - 25 Dual Trace A feature that allows the ScopeMeter test Frequency The number of times a waveform repeats in tool to display two separate live waveforms at the same 1 second, measured in Hertz (Hz) where one Hz is one time.
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9 - 26 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Input Coupling Modes of signal transmission for INPUT Meter Mode In this setting, the ScopeMeter test tool A and INPUT B: AC coupling, DC coupling, and GND works like a digital multimeter, presenting information in (Scope only).
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Appendixes 9 - 27 Probe Calibration A procedure that adjusts the Rising Slope The part of a waveform displaying a rise in ScopeMeter test tool internally to compensate for voltage. resistance variations between probes. Root Mean Square (RMS) Conversion of AC voltages to the effective DC value.
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9 - 28 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Smooth (Scope) Averages multiple samples of a Trigger Slope The voltage direction necessary for the waveform. Useful to suppress noise without loss of ScopeMeter test tool to begin its trace. A positive slope bandwidth.
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Index I - 1 Symbol Accessory, 3-4 Adapter/Cable, 1-8, 6-14 ° C Probe, 3-4 Adapting the Display, 5-27 ° F Probe, 3-4 Add, 5-26, 6-11 Ω Mode, 3-4, 4-4, 9-7 Add Main Reading, 4-14, 6-3 Mode, 3-4, 4-5, 9-7 Adjust Level, 5-14 Adjusting the Amplitude, 5-5 , 1-13 Alert, 4-5, 4-13...
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I - 2 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Battery Replacement, 8-4 Continuity, 3-4 Battery Save Feature, 8-3 Continuity Test, 3-2 Beeper Alert, 4-5, 4-13 Continuous Auto Set, 2-5, 5-4, 9-4 BNC Jack, 1-7 Continuous Auto Set Configuration, 6-21 Bottom Display, 1-9 Contrast, 2-3, 9-8...
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Index I - 3 Default Settings, 6-20 Default Startup, 2-4 Fast Refresh Rate, 4-13 Delay, 5-14 Fault Protection, VIII Delay Time, 9-5 Features, 1-2 Delete Menu, 6-6 Field Odd/Even, 5-18 Deleting Memories, 6-6 Filter, 6-13 Delta Time, 3-8 Frame, 5-15 Diode, 3-4 Freeze, 4-10 Diode Test, 3-2, 4-5, 9-7...
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I - 4 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Heavy Duty Industrial Measurements, XIII Keypad, 1-10 Help Function, 1-13 Help Level, 6-21 HF Adapter, 1-7, 4-2 Level, 5-14 High Frequency Electronic Measurement, XII Limitation of Liability, 9-21 Hold, 4-10 Lines, 5-15 Holster, 1-3, 9-15...
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Index I - 5 Meter Operations, 2-10, 2-11, 2-12 Min Max, 4-9, 9-7 Ohm, 3-4, 4-4, 9-6 Min Max Envelope, 5-21, 5-22, 9-4 Ohm Measurement, 3-2 MIN MAX Recording, 4-9 On-Line Information, 1-13 Min Max Scaling, 4-16 ∆ Optical Interface, 1-7, 6-14, 9-9 Min Max Zero , 4-16 Ordering Measurement Readings, 3-10...
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I - 6 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Probe Set 10:1, 9-16 Probe Type, 2-4 Safety, VIII, 9-13 Protection, X Safety Characteristics, 9-3 Pulse Response, 7-14 Safety-Protection, X Pulse Width, 3-7, 9-6 Save, 9-8 Save Waveform, 6-7 Saving a Screen, 6-7 Saving a Setup, 6-7...
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Index I - 7 Smooth, 4-13, 9-7 Trace Quality, 5-27 Smoothing, 6-13 Trace Start, 5-13 Special Functions Menu, 6-11, 6-17 Trend Plot, 4-9, 9-7 Specifications, 9-3 t1 from TRIG, 3-11, 6-5 Speed Up the Refresh Rate, 4-13 t2 from TRIG, 3-11, 6-5 Stable Measurement, 4-8 Trigger, 9-5 Stand, 1-3...
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I - 8 92B/96B/99B/105B Users Manual Waveforms, 6-7, 9-8 Window, 1-11 V1 left, 3-11, 6-5 Window Display, 1-9 V2 right, 3-11, 6-5 V DC, 3-5 V DC (mean), 3-5, 6-5 Yellow Holster, 1-3, 9-15 V Max Peak, 3-5, 6-5 V Min Peak, 3-5, 6-5...
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