Using The Input Terminals - Fluke 187 User Manual

Using the Input Terminals

All functions except current use the
COM inputs. Current functions use the inputs shown
below:
or function: Use A and COM inputs from 400
mA to 20 A. Use mA/ A and COM for inputs
mA.
or function: Use mA/ A and COM for inputs
5000.0 A.
If a test lead is plugged into the mA/ A or A terminal, but
the rotary switch is not correctly set to one of the current
measuring positions, the Input Alert™ beeper warns you
by making a chirping sound and the primary display shows
" ". This warning is intended to stop you from
attempting to measure voltage, continuity, resistance,
capacitance, or diode values when the leads are plugged
into a current terminal.
Figure 2-5 shows the input terminals.
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Getting Acquainted
Using the Input Terminals
mA
A COM
A
Figure 2-5. Input Terminals
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