IDM 98-III / 99-III English SECTION 1 –SAFETY INFORMATION Safety Information Understand and follow operating instructions carefully. Use the instrument only as specified in this manual; otherwise, the protection provided by the instrument may be impaired. WARNING Identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause BODILY HARM or DEATH...
IDM 98-III / 99-III English CAUTION • Disconnect the test leads from the test points before changing the position of the function rotary switch. • Never connect a source of voltage with the function rotary switch in the “Ω”, “...
IDM 98-III / 99-III English Cleaning Periodically wipe the case with a dry cloth and detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. SECTION 2 - METER DESCRIPTION Instrument Description Front Panel Illustration 1. LCD display : 6000 counts 2. Push-buttons.
IDM 98-III / 99-III English Features • 6000 count digital display. • 62 segment bar graph . • Extra large scale white backlit display • True RMS • 0.08% basic DCV accuracy • Automatic AC/DC Voltage detect with low impedance (Auto-V LoZ) •...
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Measuring AC / DC Voltage Rotate the switch and press the Function button to select the measuring function. See “Using the Function Buttons” Measuring AC/DC Current Rotate the switch and press the Function button to select the measuring function.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Measuring Frequency Rotate the switch and press the Function button to select the measuring function. See “Using the Function Buttons” Measuring Resistance/Capacitance Rotate the switch and press the Function button to select the measuring function.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Measuring Continuity / Diode Rotate the switch and press the Function button to select the measuring function. See “Using the Function Buttons”...
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Measuring Temperature °C / °F (for IDM99-III only) Rotate the switch and press the Function button to select the measuring function. See “Using the Function Buttons” (°C / °F)
IDM 98-III / 99-III English Using The Function Buttons Function Button Press the Function button to change the function on the same switch position. RANGE Button Auto Range Mode Manual Range Mode...
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English MIN/MAX Button The MAX/MIN mode records the min. and max. input values. When the input goes below the recorded min. value or above the recorded max. value, the meter records the new value . Press “HOLD” button to pause the recording.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Smart HOLD The meter will beep continuously and the display will flash if the measured signal is larger than the display reading by 50 counts. Smart Hold will not be activated if the hold value is not scrolled over 50 counts when measuring AC or DC Voltage /Current with Auto-V(LoZ) Range.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Backlight Press the Backlight button to turn the backlight on/off. Disable Auto Power Off Reactivate the instrument by rotating the switch or by pressing any button.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Auto Power Off Disable Rotate the switch to the “OFF” position, Press and hold down the Function button and turn the instrument on. Testing the LCD Display Rotate the switch to the “OFF” position, Press and hold down the Smart-HOLD button...
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English SECTION 4 – BATTERY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT CAUTION The following safety information must be observed to ensure maximum personal safety during the operation of this instrument. 1. To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads before replacing the instrument fuses or batteries.
IDM 98-III / 99-III English Low battery and Battery Replacement Replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator appears to avoid false reading. Refer to the following figure to replace the batteries SECTION 5 - SPECIFICATIONS General Specifications Maximum voltage applied to any terminal : 1000 Vac rms or 1000 Vdc.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Measurement Application Category Measurements on circuits not directly connected to mains. Examples include: Measurements on battery powered equipment and specially protected (internal) mains-derived circuits. Measurements on circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation. Examples include: Household appliances, portable tools and similar equipment.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English (7) Diode Test IDM98-III/IDM99-III Range Resolution Accuracy 2.000V ± (1.5% + 2d) Input Protection : 1000V or 1000V Max. Open Circuit Voltage : Approximately. 2.5V Max.Test Current : Approximately 0.4mA (8) Capacitance IDM98-III/IDM99-III Range Resolution Accuracy 1.000µF...
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English (10) Temperature (For IDM99-III only) IDM99-III Range Resolution Accuracy -40.0°C ~ 400°C 0.1°C ± (1.0% + 10d) -40.0°F ~ 752°F 0.1°F ± (1.0% + 18d) Input Protection : 1000V or 1000V * Does not include accuracy of the thermocouple probe.
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English (13) AC+DC mA IDM98-III/IDM99-III Range Resolution IDM98-III Accuracy IDM99-III Accuracy 60.00mA 0.01mA ± (2.5% + 5d) ± (2% + 10d) 600.0mA 0.1mA Additional specification are same as voltage function. (14) AC+DC A IDM98-III/IDM99-III Range Resolution...
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IDM 98-III / 99-III English Africa Iso-Tech 1 & 2 Indianapolis Street Kyalami Business Park Kyalami, Midrand, South Africa Asia Iso-Tech 460 Alexandra Road, #15-01A PSA Building Singapore 119963 Europe Iso-Tech PO Box 99 Corby Northamptonshire NN17 9RS United Kingdom...