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Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C
ScopeMeter
Users Manual
4822 872 30601
October 2002 Rev. 2, 12/04
© 2002 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Netherlands.
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  • Page 1 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C ScopeMeter Users Manual 4822 872 30601 October 2002 Rev. 2, 12/04 © 2002 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Netherlands. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 3 Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the warranty period.
  • Page 4: Service Centers

    SERVICE CENTERS To locate an authorized service center, visit us on the World Wide Web: http://www.fluke.com or call Fluke using any of the phone numbers listed below: +1-888-993-5853 in U.S.A. and Canada +31-40-2675200 in Europe +1-425-446-5500 from other countries...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Title Page Unpacking the Test Tool Kit ..................2 Safety Information: Read First ..................4 Using The Scope......................7 Powering the Test Tool ....................7 Resetting the Test Tool....................8 Navigating a Menu ......................9 Hiding Key Labels and Menus ..................10 Input Connections ......................
  • Page 6 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Analyzing Waveforms ....................25 Using The Multimeter ....................27 Making Meter Connections .................... 27 Making Multimeter Measurements................. 28 Freezing the Readings....................31 Selecting Auto/Manual Ranges..................31 Making Relative Measurements..................32 Using The Recorder Functions .................. 33 Opening the Recorder Main Menu.................
  • Page 7 Contents (continued) Triggering on Video Signals ................... 59 Triggering on Pulses ...................... 61 Using Memory, PC and Printer ................... 65 Saving and Recalling ..................... 65 Documenting Screens....................69 Tips ..........................73 Using the Standard Accessories ..................73 Using the Independently Floating Isolated Inputs ............75 Using the Tilt Stand......................
  • Page 8 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Parts and Accessories ....................88 Troubleshooting ......................93 Specifications ......................95 Introduction ........................95 Dual Input Oscilloscope ....................96 Automatic Scope Measurements ................... 98 Meter ..........................102 DMM Measurements on Meter Inputs................102 Recorder ........................
  • Page 9: Declaration Of Conformity

    Unpacking the Test Tool Kit Sample tests Declaration of Conformity Standards used: Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C EN 61010.1 : 2001 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for ® ScopeMeter test tools Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use Manufacturer EN-IEC61326-1 (1997) Fluke Industrial B.V.
  • Page 10: Unpacking The Test Tool Kit

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Unpacking the Test Tool Kit Note When new, the rechargeable NiMH battery is not The following items are included in your test tool kit: fully charged. See Chapter 8. (2x) (2x) (2x)
  • Page 11 Unpacking the Test Tool Kit Fluke 192B, 196B/C and 199B/C S versions include also Description the following items: ScopeMeter Test Tool Description Battery Charger (country dependent) Optically Isolated USB Adapter/Cable 10:1 Voltage Probe Set (red) a) 10:1 Voltage Probe (red) ®...
  • Page 12: Safety Information: Read First

    Safety Information: Read First Warning To avoid electrical shock or fire: Carefully read the following safety information before using • Use only the Fluke power supply, Model the test tool. BC190 (Battery Charger / Power Adapter). Specific warning and caution statements, where they •...
  • Page 13 CAT II environment. and adapters supplied with the test tool, or • Do not apply input voltages above the rating of indicated by Fluke as suitable for the Fluke190 the instrument. Use caution when using 1:1 ScopeMeter series.
  • Page 14 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual If Safety Features are Impaired The terms ‘Isolated’ or ‘Electrically floating’ are used in this manual to indicate a measurement in which the test tool Use of the test tool in a manner not specified may input BNC or banana jack is connected to a voltage impair the protection provided by the equipment.
  • Page 15: Using The Scope

    Chapter 1 Using The Scope About this Chapter This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the scope functions of the test tool. The introduction does not cover all of the capabilities of the scope functions but gives basic examples to show how to use the menus and perform basic operations.
  • Page 16: Resetting The Test Tool

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Resetting the Test Tool If you want to reset the test tool to the factory settings, do the following: Turn the test tool off. Press and hold the USER key. Press and release.
  • Page 17: Navigating A Menu

    Using The Scope Navigating a Menu Navigating a Menu The following example shows how to use the test tool's menus to select a function. Subsequently follow steps 1 through 4 to open the scope menu and to choose an item. Press the key to display SCOPE...
  • Page 18: Hiding Key Labels And Menus

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Hiding Key Labels and Menus Input Connections You can hide a menu or key label at any time: Look at the top of the test tool. The test tool has four signal inputs: two safety BNC jack inputs (red input A and...
  • Page 19: Making Scope Connections

    Using The Scope Making Scope Connections Making Scope Connections To make dual input scope measurements, connect the red voltage probe to input A, and the gray voltage probe to input B. Connect the short ground leads of each voltage probe to its own reference potential. (See Figure 6.) Note To maximally benefit from having independently Figure 6.
  • Page 20: Displaying An Unknown Signal With Connect-And-View

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Displaying an Unknown Signal with Connect-and-View™ The Connect-and-View feature lets the test tool display complex, unknown signals automatically. This function optimizes the position, range, time base, and triggering and assures a stable display of virtually any waveform. If the signal changes, the setup is automatically adjusted to maintain the best display result.
  • Page 21: Making Automatic Scope Measurements

    Using The Scope Making Automatic Scope Measurements Making Automatic Scope Measurements Observe that the top left of the screen displays the Hz measurement. (See Figure 8.) The test tool offers a wide range of automatic scope To choose also a Peak-Peak measurement for Input B as measurements.
  • Page 22: Freezing The Screen

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Figure 8 shows an example of the screen. Note that the Freezing the Screen Peak-Peak reading for input B appears next to the input A You can freeze the screen (all readings and waveforms) at frequency reading at the top of the screen.
  • Page 23: Using Average, Persistence And Glitch Capture

    Using The Scope Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Capture Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Select Average 64.This averages Capture the outcomes of 64 acquisitions. Using Average for Smoothing Waveforms Exit the menu. To smooth the waveform, do the following: You can use the average functions to suppress random or Display the key labels.
  • Page 24 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Using Persistence to Display Waveforms Select Dot-join: On or Off to You can use Persistence to observe dynamic signals. choose your personal preference for the waveform representation. Display the key labels. SCOPE Open the Waveform Options menu.
  • Page 25 Using The Scope Using Average, Persistence and Glitch Capture Displaying Glitches Suppressing High Frequency Noise To capture glitches on a waveform, do the following: Switching Glitch Detect to Off will suppress the high frequency noise on a waveform. Averaging will suppress Display the key labels.
  • Page 26: Acquiring Waveforms

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Acquiring Waveforms Reversing the Polarity of the Displayed Waveform Selecting AC-Coupling To invert the input A waveform, do the following: After a reset, the test tool is dc-coupled so that ac and dc voltages appear on the screen.
  • Page 27 Using The Scope Acquiring Waveforms Variable Input Sensitivity Open the Input A Options... menu. The variable input sensitivity allows you to adjust the input A sensitivity continuously, for example to set the amplitude of a reference signal to exactly 6 divisions. The input sensitivity of a range can be increased up to 2.5 times, for example between 10 mV/div and 4 mV/div in the Select and accept Variable.
  • Page 28 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual ± Working with Noisy Waveforms Using Mathematics Functions A B, AxB, A vs B To suppress high frequency noise on waveforms, you can When adding (A+B), subtracting (A-B), or multiplying (A*B) limit the working bandwidth to 10 kHz or 20 MHz. This the input A and input B waveform, the test tool will display function smoothes the displayed waveform.
  • Page 29 Using The Scope Acquiring Waveforms Using Mathematics Function Spectrum Jump to Waveform: and Select (FFT, C Versions) Mathematics... to open the Mathematics menu. The Spectrum function shows the spectral content of the input A or input B waveform. It performs an FFT to transform the amplitude waveform from the time domain into the frequency domain.
  • Page 30 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Jump to Waveform: and select Perform a spectrum analysis on Mathematics... to open the trace A, or trace B. Mathematics menu. Set the vertical amplitude scale to linear or logarithmic. The horizontal frequency scale is always logarithmic.
  • Page 31 Using The Scope Acquiring Waveforms Comparing Waveforms Select On to display the reference waveform. This can be: You can display a fixed reference waveform with the - the last used reference waveform actual waveform for comparison. (if not available no reference To create a reference waveform and to display it with the waveform will be shown).
  • Page 32: Pass - Fail Testing (C Versions Only)

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Pass - Fail Testing (C versions only) Store the momentary waveform and display it permanently for You can use a reference waveform as a test template for reference. The display also shows the actual waveform.
  • Page 33: Analyzing Waveforms

    Using The Scope Analyzing Waveforms Analyzing Waveforms You can use the analysis functions CURSOR ZOOM to perform detailed waveform analysis. These REPLAY functions are described in Chapter 4: “Using Cursors, Zoom and Replay”.
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  • Page 35: Using The Multimeter

    Chapter 2 Using The Multimeter About this Chapter This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the multimeter functions of the test tool (hereafter called “meter”). The introduction gives basic examples to show how to use the menus and perform basic operations. Making Meter Connections Figure 12.
  • Page 36: Making Multimeter Measurements

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Making Multimeter Measurements The resistor value is displayed in ohms. Observe also that the bargraph is displayed. (See Figure 13.) The screen displays the numeric readings of the measurements on the meter input.
  • Page 37 Using The Multimeter Making Multimeter Measurements Making a Current Measurement You can measure current in both Scope mode and Meter mode. Scope mode has the advantage of two waveforms being displayed while you perform measurements. Meter mode has the advantage of high measurement resolution.
  • Page 38 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Observe the sensitivity of the current probe. Highlight the corresponding sensitivity in the menu, e.g. 10 mV/A. Accept the current measurement. Now, you will see a screen like in Figure 15 Figure 15. Ampere Measurement Readings...
  • Page 39: Freezing The Readings

    Using The Multimeter Freezing the Readings Freezing the Readings Selecting Auto/Manual Ranges You can freeze the displayed readings at any time. To activate manual ranging, do the following during any Meter measurement: Freeze the screen. appears HOLD at the top right of the reading Activate manual ranging.
  • Page 40: Making Relative Measurements

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Making Relative Measurements Observe that the main reading is displayed as variations from the reference value. The actual reading with its A relative measurement displays the present bargraph is displayed beneath these readings. (See Figure measurement result relative to a defined reference value.
  • Page 41: Using The Recorder Functions

    Chapter 3 Using The Recorder Functions About this Chapter This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the recorder functions of the test tool. The introduction gives examples to show how to use the menus and perform basic operations. Opening the Recorder Main Menu First choose a measurement in scope or meter mode.
  • Page 42: Plotting Measurements Over Time (Trendplot™)

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Plotting Measurements Over Time Starting a TrendPlot Function (TrendPlot™) To start plotting a graph of the reading over time, do the following: Use the TrendPlot function to plot a graph of Scope or Meter measurements as function of time.
  • Page 43 Using The Recorder Functions Plotting Measurements Over Time (TrendPlot™) Displaying Recorded Data When in normal view ( ), only the twelve most NORMAL recently recorded divisions are displayed on screen. All previous recordings are stored in memory. shows all data in memory: VIEW ALL Display an overview of the full waveform.
  • Page 44 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Changing the Recorder Options Turning Off the TrendPlot Display At the right bottom of the display you can choose to Exit the recorder function. display the time elapsed from start and the actual time of the day.
  • Page 45: Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record)

    Using The Recorder Functions Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record) Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record) function is a roll mode that logs one or SCOPE RECORD two long waveforms. This function can be used to monitor waveforms like motion control signals or the power-on event of an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS).
  • Page 46 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Displaying Recorded Data Using Scope Record in Single Sweep Mode In Normal view, the samples that roll off the screen are Use the recorder Single Sweep function to automatically stored in deep memory. When the memory is full, stop recording when the deep memory is full.
  • Page 47 Using The Recorder Functions Recording Scope Waveforms In Deep Memory (Scope Record) Using External Triggering to Start or Stop Scope Record To record an electrical event that causes a fault, it might be useful to start or stop recording on an external trigger signal: Start on trigger to start recording;...
  • Page 48: Analyzing A Trendplot Or Scope Record

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Select one of the Conditions: and jump to Slope:. Select the desired trigger slope, and jump to Level: Select the 0.12V or 1.2 V trigger level and accept all recorder options. During recording samples are continuously saved in deep memory.
  • Page 49: Using Replay, Zoom And Cursors

    Chapter 4 Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors About this Chapter Replaying the 100 Most Recent Scope Screens This chapter covers the capabilities of the analysis functions Cursor, Zoom, and Replay. These functions When you are in scope mode, the test tool automatically can be used with one or more of the primary functions stores the 100 most recent screens.
  • Page 50 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Replaying Step-by-Step To step through the last scope screens, do the following: From scope mode, open the menu. REPLAY Observe that the trace is frozen and that appears at the REPLAY top of the screen (see Figure 22).
  • Page 51 Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors Replaying the 100 Most Recent Scope Screens Replaying Continuously Turning Off the Replay Function You can also replay the stored screens continuously, like Turn off REPLAY playing a video tape. To replay continuously, do the following: Capturing 100 Intermittents Automatically From Scope mode, open the When you use the test tool in triggered mode, 100...
  • Page 52: Zooming In On A Waveform

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Zooming in on a Waveform To obtain a more detailed view of a waveform, you can zoom in on a waveform using the function. ZOOM To zoom in on a waveform, do the following: Display the key labels.
  • Page 53 Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors Zooming in on a Waveform Displaying the Zoomed Waveform Turning Off the Zoom Function feature is useful when you quickly need to VIEW ALL Turn off the function. ZOOM see the complete waveform and then return to the zoomed part.
  • Page 54: Making Cursor Measurements

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Making Cursor Measurements Note Even when the key labels are not displayed at the Cursors allow you to make precise digital measurements bottom of the screen, you still can use the arrow on waveforms.
  • Page 55 Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors Making Cursor Measurements Using Vertical Cursors on a Waveform To use the cursors for a time measurement, or for an RMS measurement of the trace section between the cursors (C versions), do the following: From scope mode, display the cursor key labels.
  • Page 56 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Using Cursors on a A+B, A-B or A*B Waveform Using Cursors on Spectrum Measurements (C versions) Cursor measurements on a A*B waveform give a reading in Watts if input A measures (milli)Volts and input B To do a cursor measurent on a spectrum, do the following: measures (milli)Amperes.
  • Page 57 Using Replay, Zoom and Cursors Making Cursor Measurements Making Rise Time Measurements Move the lower cursor to 0% of the trace height. A marker is To measure rise time, do the following: shown at 10%. From scope mode, display the The reading shows the risetime from 10%-90% of the cursor key labels.
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  • Page 59: Triggering On Waveforms

    Chapter 5 Triggering on Waveforms • If the signal is unstable or has a very low frequency, About this Chapter you can control the trigger level, slope, and trigger delay for a better view of the signal. (See next This chapter provides an introduction to the trigger section.) functions of the test tool.
  • Page 60: Setting Trigger Level And Slope

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Setting Trigger Level and Slope Enable the arrow keys for manual trigger level adjustment. The Connect-and-View™ function enables hands-off triggering to display complex unknown signals. When your test tool is in manual range, do the following: Perform an auto set.
  • Page 61: Using Trigger Delay Or Pre-Trigger

    Triggering on Waveforms Using Trigger Delay or Pre-trigger Using Trigger Delay or Pre-trigger You can begin to display the waveform some time before or after the trigger point has been detected. Initially, you have 2 divisions of pre-trigger view (negative delay). To set the trigger delay, do the following: Hold down to adjust the trigger delay.
  • Page 62: Automatic Trigger Options

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Automatic Trigger Options If the frequency range of the automatic triggering is set to > 15 Hz, the Connect-and-View™ function responds more In the trigger menu, settings for automatic triggering can quickly. The response is quicker because the test tool is be changed as follows.
  • Page 63: Triggering On Edges

    Triggering on Waveforms Triggering on Edges When On Trigger is selected, the test tool needs a trigger Triggering on Edges to display a waveform. Use this mode if you want to If the signal is instable or has a very low frequency, use update the screen only when valid triggers occur.
  • Page 64 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Triggering on Noisy Waveforms The word appears at the top of the screen WAITING indicating that the test tool is waiting for a trigger. As soon To reduce jitter on the screen when triggering on noisy as the test tool receives a trigger, the waveform is waveforms, you can use a noise rejection filter.
  • Page 65 Triggering on Waveforms Triggering on Edges N-Cycle Triggering (C versions) Set the number of cycles N N-Cycle triggering enables you to create a stable picture of for example n-cycle burst waveforms. Adjust the trigger level Each next trigger is generated after the waveform has Traces with N-Cycle triggering (N=2) and without N-Cycle crossed the trigger level N times in the direction that triggering are shown in Figure 30.
  • Page 66: Triggering On External Waveforms

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Triggering on External Waveforms Use external triggering when you want to display waveforms on inputs A and B while triggering on a third signal. You can choose external triggering with automatic triggering or with edge triggering.
  • Page 67: Triggering On Video Signals

    Triggering on Waveforms Triggering on Video Signals Triggering on Video Signals To trigger on a video signal, first select the standard of the video signal you are going to measure: Apply a video signal to the red input A. Display the key labels.
  • Page 68 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Triggering on Video Frames Triggering on Video Lines Use FIELD 1 or FIELD 2 to trigger either on the first half of Use ALL LINES to trigger on all line synchronization the frame (odd) or on the second half of the frame pulses (horizontal synchronization).
  • Page 69: Triggering On Pulses

    Triggering on Waveforms Triggering on Pulses Triggering on Pulses Select Pulse Width on A... to Use pulse width triggering to isolate and display specific open the Trigger on Pulse Width pulses that you can qualify by time, such as glitches, menu.
  • Page 70 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual To set the pulse width to 5 ms, do the following: Enable the arrow keys to adjust the pulse width. Select 5 ms. All narrow positive pulses shorter than 5 ms are now displayed on the screen.
  • Page 71 Triggering on Waveforms Triggering on Pulses Finding Missing Pulses Select the positive pulse icon to trigger on the gap between the The next example covers finding missing pulses in a train positive pulses, then jump to of positive pulses. In this example it is assumed that the Condition.
  • Page 72 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual To set the pulse width to 150 ms, continue as follows: Enable the arrow keys to adjust the pulse width. Select 150 ms. Figure 34. Triggering on Missing Pulses...
  • Page 73: Using Memory, Pc And Printer

    Chapter 6 Using Memory PC and Printer About this Chapter Saving and Recalling This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the You can: general functions of the test tool that can be used in the • Save screens and setups to memory, and recall them three main modes: Scope, Meter, or Recorder.
  • Page 74 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Saving Screens with Associated Setups To save a screen in memory location 10, do the following: Highlight location 10. SCREEN SETUP Display the key labels. SAVE PRINT Save the actual screen. From this point the screen is frozen until you hide the Note key labels again.
  • Page 75 Using Memory, PC and Printer Saving and Recalling Deleting Screens with Associated Setups Recalling Screens with Associated Setups To delete all screens and associated setups, continue To recall screen+setup 1, do the following: from step 2 of the previous example as follows: Display the key labels.
  • Page 76 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Recalling a Setup Configuration RECALL FOR REFERENCE recall the saved screen. To recall the setup configuration from memory 1, do the following: Resume the measurement. Both, the reference screen and the Display the key labels.
  • Page 77: Documenting Screens

    Using Memory, PC and Printer Documenting Screens Viewing Stored Screens Documenting Screens To scroll through the memories while looking at the stored ® With the FlukeView software you can upload waveform screens, do the following: data and screen bitmaps to your PC or notebook computer for further processing.
  • Page 78 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Note For information about installing and using the FlukeView ScopeMeter software, see the SW90W Users Manual. A Software & Cable Carrying Case Kit is optionally available as model number SCC190. Figure 36. Connecting a Serial Printer...
  • Page 79 Using Memory, PC and Printer Documenting Screens Setting up the Printing Configuration Whenever possible, choose the option Postscript when printing screens. This option gives the best printing results. This example demonstrates how to set up the test tool for Consult the manual that came with your printer to find out printing on a postscript printer with a 9600 baud rate: whether it has Postscript printing possibilities.
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  • Page 81: Tips

    Chapter 7 Tips About this Chapter Using the Standard Accessories This chapter gives you information and tips on how you The following illustrations show the use of the standard can make the best use of the test tool. accessories such as voltage probes, test leads, and the various clips.
  • Page 82 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Figure 38. HF Voltage Probe Connection Using Ground Spring Warning To avoid electrical shock or fire, do not connect the ground Figure 40. Electronic Connections for Scope spring to voltages higher than 30 Vrms from earth ground.
  • Page 83: Using The Independently Floating Isolated Inputs

    Tips Using the Independently Floating Isolated Inputs • Using the Independently Floating Additional safety. Since the commons are not directly connected, the chance of causing short circuit when Isolated Inputs measuring multiple signals is greatly reduced. You can use the independently floating isolated inputs to •...
  • Page 84 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL CONTROLLER DIGITAL GROUND ANALOG GROUND Figure 44. Correct connection of reference leads Figure 42. Parasitic capacitance between probes, instrument and environment ANALOG INPUT DIGITAL CONTROLLER DC BUS MOTION/MOTOR CONTROLLER...
  • Page 85: Using The Tilt Stand

    Tips Using the Tilt Stand Using the Tilt Stand Resetting the Test Tool The test tool is equipped with a tilt stand, allowing viewing If you want to reset the test tool to the factory settings, do from an angle while placed on a table. From this position the following: you can access the OPTICAL PORT at the side of the test Turn the test tool off.
  • Page 86: Changing The Information Language

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Changing the Information Language Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness During operation of the test tool, messages may appear at To adjust the contrast and backlight brightness, do the the bottom of the screen. You can select the language in following: which these messages are displayed.
  • Page 87: Changing The Display Color (C-Versions)

    Tips Changing the Display Color (C-versions) Changing the Display Color (C-versions) Changing Date and Time To set the display to color or Black and White, do the The test tool has a date and time clock. For example, to following: change the date to 19 April, 2002, do the following: Display the key labels.
  • Page 88: Saving Battery Life

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Setting the Power Down Timer Choose 19, jump to Format. Initially the power shutdown time is 30 minutes. You can set the power shutdown time to 5 minutes as following: Choose , accept the new Display the key labels.
  • Page 89: Changing The Auto Set Options

    Tips Changing the Auto Set Options Changing the Auto Set Options Select Signal > 1 Hz, then jump to Coupling. With the next procedure you can choose how auto set behaves when you press the (auto set) key. AUTO With the coupling option you can choose how auto set Display the key labels.
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  • Page 91: Maintaining The Test Tool

    Chapter 8 Maintaining the Test Tool About this Chapter Cleaning the Test Tool This chapter covers basic maintenance procedures that Clean the test tool with a damp cloth and a mild soap. Do can be performed by the user. For complete service, not use abrasives, solvents, or alcohol.
  • Page 92: Charging The Batteries

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Charging the Batteries At delivery, the NiMH batteries may be empty and must be charged for 4 hours (with the test tool turned off) to reach full charge. When fully charged, the batteries provide 4 hours of use.
  • Page 93: Extending Battery Operation Time

    Maintaining the Test Tool Extending Battery Operation Time Extending Battery Operation Time To refresh the battery, make sure that the test tool is line powered and proceed as follows: Typically, NiMH batteries always meet the specified Display the key labels. operating time.
  • Page 94: Replacing The Nimh Battery Pack Bp190

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Replacing the NiMH Battery Pack BP190 Usually it should not be necessary to replace the battery pack. However, if replacement is needed, this should be done by qualified personnel only. Contact your nearest Fluke center for more information.
  • Page 95 Maintaining the Test Tool Calibrating the Voltage Probes Repeat steps 2 and 3 and proceed as follows: The test tool automatically calibrates itself to the probe. During calibration you should not touch the probe. A Select Probe Cal with the arrow message indicates when the DC calibration has completed keys, then accept.
  • Page 96: Displaying Calibration Information

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Displaying Calibration Information Parts and Accessories You can display version number and calibration date: The following tables list the user-replaceable parts for the Display the key labels. USER various test tool models. For additional optional accessories, see the ScopeMeter Accessories booklet.
  • Page 97 For other countries, a line plug adapter complying with the applicable National Requirements must be used. VPS200-R Voltage Probe Set (Red), designed for use with the Fluke ScopeMeter 190 series test tool. The set includes the following items (not available separately): •...
  • Page 98 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Item Ordering Code VPS200-G Voltage Probe Set (Gray), designed for use with the Fluke ScopeMeter 190 series test tool. The set includes the following items (not available separately): • 10:1 Voltage Probe (gray) •...
  • Page 99 Maintaining the Test Tool Parts and Accessories Item Ordering Code Replacement Set for Voltage Probe RS200 The set includes the following items (not available separately): • 2x 4-mm Test Probe for Probe Tip (red and gray) • 3x Hook Clip for Probe Tip (2 red, 1 gray) •...
  • Page 100: Optional Accessories

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Optional Accessories Item Ordering Code Software & Cable Carrying Case Kit SCC190 Set contains the following parts: Optically Isolated USB Adapter/Cable OC4USB Hard Carrying Case C190 ® ® ® FlukeView ScopeMeter Software for Windows...
  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    Maintaining the Test Tool Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The Operation Time Of Fully Charged Batteries The Test Tool Does Not Start Up Is Too Short • The batteries may be completely empty. In this case • the test tool will not start up, even if it is powered by The batteries may be in poor condition.
  • Page 102 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual FlukeView Does Not Recognize The Test Tool • Make sure that the test tool is turned on. • Make sure that the interface cable is properly connected between the test tool and the PC.
  • Page 103: Specifications

    The test tool has been designed and tested in accordance Performance Characteristics with Standards ANSI/ISA S82.01-1994, FLUKE guarantees the properties expressed in numerical EN/IEC 61010.1:2001 , CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.1010.1-92 values with the stated tolerance. Specified non-tolerance (including approval), UL3111-1 (including approval) Safety...
  • Page 104: Dual Input Oscilloscope

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Dual Input Oscilloscope Input Impedance on BNC DC Coupled......1 MΩ (±1 %)//15 pF (±2 pF) Isolated Inputs A and B (Vertical) Max. Input Voltage Bandwidth, DC Coupled with 10:1 probe....600 V CAT III; 1000 V CAT II FLUKE 199B/C ........200 MHz (-3 dB)
  • Page 105: Fluke 192B

    200 MHz (FLUKE 199B/C) ......1 division 5 µs to 120 s/div..displays glitches as fast as 50 ns 250 MHz (FLUKE 199B/C) ......2 divisions Waveform Display....A, B, A+B, A-B, A*B, A vs B 100 MHz (FLUKE 196B/C) ......1 division Normal, Average (2,4,8,64 x), Persistence 150 MHz (FLUKE 196B/C) ......
  • Page 106: Automatic Scope Measurements

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Pulse Width Trigger Automatic Scope Measurements The accuracy of all readings is within ± (% of reading + Screen Update......On Trigger, Single Shot number of counts) from 18 °C to 28 °C. Add 0.1x (specific Trigger Conditions ...
  • Page 107 Specifications Automatic Scope Measurements AC Voltage (VAC) All accuracies are valid if: • The waveform amplitude is larger than one division Maximum Voltage • At least 1.5 waveform period is on the screen with 10:1 probe........... 1000 V AC+DC Voltage (True RMS) direct (1:1)............
  • Page 108 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Amperes (AMP) Frequency (Hz) Range ........1.000 Hz to full bandwidth With Optional Current Probe or Current Shunt Full Scale Reading ........9 999 counts Ranges ......same as VDC, VAC, VAC+DC with at least 10 waveform periods on screen.
  • Page 109 Specifications Automatic Scope Measurements Power Temperature (TEMP) Power Factor......ratio between Watts and VA With Optional Temperature Probe Range ............0.00 to 1.00 Ranges (°C or °F)........-40.0 to +100.0 ° -100 to +250 ° Watt ........RMS reading of multiplication -100 to +500 ° corresponding samples of input A (volts) -100 to +1000 °...
  • Page 110: Meter

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Meter DMM Measurements on Meter Inputs The accuracy of all measurements is within ± (% of Meter Input reading + number of counts) from 18 °C to 28 °C. Input Coupling..............DC Add 0.1x (specific accuracy) for each °C below 18 °C or above 28 °C.
  • Page 111 Specifications DMM Measurements on Meter Inputs Diode AC Voltage (VAC) Ranges..500.0 mV, 5.000 V, 50.00 V, 500.0 V, 1100 V Maximum Voltage Reading ........2.8 V Full Scale Reading ........5000 counts Open Circuit Voltage..........<4 V Accuracy Accuracy ..........±(2 % +5 counts) 15 Hz to 60 Hz........
  • Page 112: Recorder

    Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Amperes (AMP) Scope Record With Optional Current Probe or Current Shunt Records scope waveforms in deep memory while displaying the waveform in Roll mode. Ranges ......same as VDC, VAC, VAC+DC Source............Input A, Input B Probe Sensitivity ....
  • Page 113: Zoom, Replay And Cursors

    Specifications Zoom, Replay and Cursors Zoom, Replay and Cursors Miscellaneous Zoom Display Horizontal Magnification View Area......115 x 86 mm (4.5 x 3.4 inches) Scope Record ..........up to 120x Backlight..... Cold Cathode Fluorescent (CCFL) TrendPlot ............up to 96x Temperature compensated Scope..............up to 8x Brightness ..Power Adapter: 80 (125) cd/m (B-versions)
  • Page 114 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Probe Calibration Optical InterfacePort Manual pulse adjustment and automatic DC adjustment Type ..........RS-232, optically isolated with probe check. To Printer ..supports SII DPU-414, Epson FX/LQ, and ® ® HP Deskjet , Laserjet , and Postscript Generator Output........
  • Page 115: Environmental

    Specifications Environmental Environmental Safety Designed for 1000 V measurements Category II , 600 V Environmental ......MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2 measurements Category III , Pollution Degree 2, per: Temperature • ANSI/ISA S82.01-1994 Operating: • EN/IEC61010-1 : 2001 battery only......0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) •...
  • Page 116 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual VOLTAGE (Vrms) FREQUENCY (kHz) Figure 50. Safe Handling: Max. Voltage Between Figure 49. Max. Input Voltage vs. Frequency Scope References, Between Scope References and Meter Reference, and Between Scope Note References/Meter Reference and earth ground.
  • Page 117: 10:1 Probe

    Capacity Adjustment Range......10 to 22 pF CAT III Attenuation at DC (1 MΩ input) ........10 x Bandwidth (with FLUKE 199C) ..DC to 200 MHz (-3 dB) Accuracy Probe accuracy when adjusted on the test tool: DC to 20 kHz............±1 % 20 kHz to 1 MHz ............±2 %...
  • Page 118: Electromagnetic Immunity

    Users Manual Electromagnetic Immunity The Fluke 190 series, including standard accessories, conforms with the EEC directive 89/336 for EMC immunity, as defined by EN-61326-1, with the addition of the following tables. Scope Mode (10 ms/div): Trace disturbance with VPS200 voltage probe shorted...
  • Page 119 Index Analysis Functions, 41, 105 Refresh, 85 —1— AS200 Accessory Set, 90 Refresh Date, 88 Auto Ranges, 31 Replacing, 86 10-1 Voltage Probe, 89 Auto Set, 98 BC190 Battery Charger, 3, 89 —2— Automatic Connect-and-View —C— Trigger, 97 2-mm Test Probes, 90 Automatic Power Shutdown, 80 C190 Hard Case, 3, 92 —4—...
  • Page 120 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Connecting A Printer, 70 Electrical Shock, 5 Hook Clips, 3, 89 Connections, 10, 27 Electrically Floating, 6 Horizontal Cursors, 46 Continuity, 102 Electromagnetic Compatibility, 107 Humidity, 107 Contrast, 78 Electronic Scope Connections, 74...
  • Page 121 Index (continued) Measurement Connections, 10, 27 Pass - Fail Testing, 24 Recording Waveforms, 37 Measurements, 13, 28 Peak, 100 Refreshing Batteries, 88 Measurements on Meter Inputs, Performance Characteristics, 95 Relative Measurements, 32 Persistence, 16 Replaceable Parts, 88 Mechanical, 106 Phase, 101 Replacement Set, 91 Memory, 106 PM9080, 69, 70, 92...
  • Page 122 Fluke 192B - 196B/C - 199B/C Users Manual Scope Record, 104 Tilt Stand, 77 —V— Scope Record, 37 Time, 79 Vertical Accuracy, 96 Screen Contrast, 78 Time Base Accuracy, 97 Vertical Cursors, 47 Screen Without Menus, 10, 77 TrendPlot (Meter), 104...

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