Front-Panel Operation - Fluke 8845A User Manual

Introduction........................................................................................................ 3-3
Controls and Indicators ...................................................................................... 3-3
Front-Panel Feature Descriptions .................................................................. 3-3
Display Panel................................................................................................. 3-4
Rear-Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 3-6
Adjusting the Meter's Range......................................................................... 3-7
Navigating the Front-Panel Menu...................................................................... 3-7
Configuring the Meter for a Measurement ........................................................ 3-7
Setting the Display Resolution ...................................................................... 3-7
Setting the AC Signal Filter .......................................................................... 3-8
Setting Continuity Resistance Threshold and Diode Test Parameters .......... 3-8
Setting the Default Temperature Scale (8846A Only) .................................. 3-9
Enabling Automatic Input Impedance........................................................... 3-9
Using the Analyze Functions ............................................................................. 3-9
Collecting Statistics on Measurements.......................................................... 3-10
Testing Using Limits ..................................................................................... 3-11
Setting an Offset Value ................................................................................. 3-12
Using MX+B ................................................................................................. 3-12
Using TrendPlot............................................................................................. 3-13
Using the Histogram Function....................................................................... 3-14
Controlling Trigger Functions ........................................................................... 3-15
Choosing a Trigger Source ............................................................................ 3-15
Setting the Trigger Delay .............................................................................. 3-16
Setting the Number of Samples ..................................................................... 3-16
Understanding the Measurement Complete Signal ....................................... 3-17
Accessing and Controlling Memory.............................................................. 3-17
Storing Readings in Memory......................................................................... 3-17
Recalling Readings from Memory ................................................................ 3-18
Storing Meter Configuration Information ..................................................... 3-18
Recalling a Meter Configuration ................................................................... 3-19
Managing Memory ........................................................................................ 3-20
Controlling System-Related Operations ............................................................ 3-21
Identifying Meter Errors................................................................................ 3-21
Querying the Firmware for Revision Level................................................... 3-21
Adjusting Display Brightness........................................................................ 3-21

Front-Panel Operation

Title
Chapter 3
Page
3-1