XP- XP- XP- Compact Digital Multimeters English Users Manual 99 Washington Street Melrose, M 076 Fax 78-66-0780 TestEquipmentDepot.com
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XP Series Digital Multimeters Contents Safety Information... Symbols Used in this Manual... Making Measurements... erify Instrument Operation... Range Selection... Correcting an Overload (0o or -0o) Indication W... Measuring DC oltage See Figure --... Measuring C oltage See Figure --... Preparing for Current Measurements... Measuring DC Current See Figure --... Measuring C Current See Figure --... Measuring Resistance See Figure --... Testing for Continuity See Figure -6-... Testing Diodes See Figure -7-... Measuring Capacitance (XP- only) See Figure -8-... Measuring Temperature (XP- only) See Figure -9-...6 Measuring Frequency (XP- only) See Figure -0-...6 Measuring NC (Non-Contact oltage) See Figure --...6 Testing Battery oltage (XP- only) See Figure --...6 Testing Logic Levels (XP- only) See Figure --...7 dditional Features...7 Input Test Lead Warning...7 MIN MX Measurements (Model XP- only)...7 uto Power Off (Models XP- and XP- only)...7 Measurements...7 Product Maintenance...8 Cleaning...8 Troubleshooting...8 Battery and Fuse Replacement See Figure --...8 Repair...9 Specifications...0
MIN MX 0M 00 m M 00k 0k BTT 9 0 k MX 000 70 00 00 CONTCT OLTGE 70 000. 9 BTT 00 CT CT CT 000 600 00 00m MX 00 0 00 m 00m 0m m 00 m 0m 00 m BTT. RNGE LOGIC MX 000 70 CONTCT OLTGE m CT 000 CT 600 CT 00 MX m RNGE MX 000 70 CONTCT OLTGE 000 8 CT 000 CT 600 CT 00 MX m m XP- XP- XP- XP- XP- XP- m Safety Information The XP Series Digital Multimeters conform to EN600-, Rev-; CT I 000, CT II 600, CT III 00, class and pollution deg.; CS. -00-. This instrument is EN600- certified for Installation Category I (000). It may only be used to make measurements on energy limited circuits within equipment and not directly connected to mains. This instrument is EN600- certified for Installation Category II (600 ). It is recommended for use with local level power distribution, appliances, portable equipment, etc, where only smaller transient overvoltages may occur, and not for primary supply lines, overhead lines and cable systems. This instrument is EN600- certified for Installation Category III ( 00 ). It is recommended for use in distribution level and fixed installations, as well as lesser installations, and not for primary supply lines, overhead lines and cable systems. Do not exceed the maximum overload limits per function (see specifications) nor the limits marked on the instrument itself. Never apply more than 000 dc/70 ac rms between the test lead and earth ground. Inspect the DMM, test leads and accessories before every use. Do not use any damaged part. Never ground yourself when taking measurements. Do not touch exposed circuit elements or test probe tips. Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere. Exercise extreme caution when: measuring voltage >0 // current >0 m // C power line with inductive loads // C power line during electrical storms // current, when the fuse blows in a circuit with open circuit voltage >000 // servicing CRT equipment. lways measure current in series with the load NEER CROSS a voltage source. Check fuse first. Never replace a fuse with one of a different rating. Remove test leads before opening the case.
Symbols Used in this Manual B Battery W Refer to the manual T Double insulated X Dangerous oltage F Direct Current J Earth Ground B lternating Current R udible tone I Fuse ) Canadian Standards ssociation Complies with EU z Non-contact oltage directives P Making Measurements erify Instrument Operation Before attempting to make a measurement, verify that the instrument is operational and the battery is good. If the instrument is not operational, have it repaired before attempting to make a measurement. Range Selection In addition to autoranging (Models XP- and XP- only) you can manually select and lock a range by pressing the RNGE button. RNGE appears on the display to indicate that manual ranging is active and the range is locked. When appropriate, each subsequent press of the range button steps the meter to the next higher range. When the highest range is reached the next press returns the meter to the lowest range. To return to autoranging press the RNGE button. If RNGE still shows on the display, autoranging is not available for the selected function. Use autorange for all initial measurements. Then, when appropriate, use the RNGE button to select and lock a range. XWWarning To avoid electrical shock while manual ranging, use the display annunciators to identify the actual range selected. Correcting an Overload (0o or -0o) Indication W n 0o or -0o indication may appear on the display to indicate that an overload condition exists. For voltage and current measurements, an overload should be immediately corrected by selecting a higher range. If the highest range setting does not eliminate the overload, interrupt the measurement until the problem is identified and eliminated. The 0o indication is normal for some functions; for example, resistance, continuity, and diode test. Measuring DC oltage See Figure --. Set the Function Switch to v.. Select the desired RNGE. The default DC voltage range is on the XP- and on the XP-.. Connect the test leads: Red to E, Black to.. Connect the test probes to the circuit test points.. Read the display, and, if necessary, correct any overload (0o) conditions.
Measuring C oltage See Figure --. Set the Function Switch to.. Select the desired RNGE. The default C voltage range is on the XP- and on the XP-.. Connect the test leads: Red to E, Black to.. Connect the test probes to the circuit test points.. Read the display, and, if necessary, correct any overload (0o) conditions. Preparing for Current Measurements Turn off circuit power before connecting the test probes. llow the meter to cool between measurements, if current measurements approach or exceeds amps. warning tone sounds if you connect a test lead to a current input while a current function is not selected. Open circuit voltage at the measurement point must not exceed 000. lways measure current in series with the load. Never measure current across a voltage source. Measuring DC Current See Figure --. Set the Function Switch to a current function, µ, m, or.. Select the desired RNGE (XP- only).. Connect the test leads: Red to m or, Black to.. Turn off power to the circuit being measured.. Open the test circuit (X) to establish measurement points. 6. Connect the test probes in series with the load (to the measurement points). 7. Turn on power to the circuit being measured. 8. Read the display, and, if necessary, correct any overload (0o or -0o) conditions. Measuring C Current See Figure --. Set the Function Switch to a current function and range, µ, m, or.. Select the desired RNGE (XP- only).. Connect the test leads: Red to m or, Black to.. Turn off power to the circuit being measured.. Open the test circuit (X) to establish measurement points. 6. Connect the test probes in series with the load (to the measurement points). 7. Turn on power to the circuit being measured. 8. Read the display, and, if necessary, correct any overload (0o) conditions.
Measuring Resistance See Figure --. Set the Function Switch to Ω.. Select the desired RNGE (XP-, XP-).. Connect the test leads: Red to E, Black to.. Turn off power to the circuit being measured. Never measure resistance across a voltage source or on a powered circuit.. Discharge any capacitors that may influence the reading. 6. Connect the test probes across the resistance. 7. Read the display. If 0o appears on the highest range, the resistance is too large to be measured or the circuit is an open circuit. 8. (XP-) The 000 MΩ range has a fixed 0-count offset in the reading. For example, when measuring 00 MΩ, the display reads 0. The 0 residual must be subtracted to obtain the actual value of 00 MΩ Testing for Continuity See Figure -6-. Set the Function Switch to R.. Connect the test leads: Red to E, Black to.. Turn off power to the circuit being measured.. Discharge any capacitors that may influence the reading.. Connect the test probes across the resistance or the two points of test. 6. Listen for the tone that indicates continuity (< 0 Ω). Testing Diodes See Figure -7-. Set the Function Switch to G.. Connect the test leads: Red to E, Black to.. Turn off power to the circuit being measured.. Free at least one end of the diode from the circuit.. Connect the test probes across the diode. 6. Read the display. good diode has a forward voltage drop of about 0.6. n open or reverse biased diode will read 0o. Measuring Capacitance (XP- only) See Figure -8-. Set the Function Switch to the P function.. Connect the test leads: Red to h, Black to.. Turn off power to the circuit being measured.. Discharge the capacitor using a 00 kω resistor. 6. Free at least one end of the capacitor from the circuit. 7. Connect the test probes across the capacitor. 8. Read the display.
Measuring Temperature (XP- only) See Figure -9-. Set the function switch to appropriate C or F range.. Connect the K-type thermocouple to a TEMP adapter (XR-T). Match the polarity of the adapter to the polarity of the thermocouple.. Connect the TEMP adapter to the E and inputs. Note: The XP- is compatible with all K-type thermocouples. The K-type bead thermocouple supplied with the meter is not intended for contact with liquids or electrical circuits.. Expose the thermocouple to the temperature to be measured.. Read the display. Measuring Frequency (XP- only) See Figure -0-. Set the Function Switch to Hz.. Connect the test leads: Red to Hz, Black to.. Connect the test probes to the signal source.. Read the display. Measuring NC (Non-Contact oltage) See Figure --. Range switch may be set to or any function/range.. Test leads are not used for the NC test.. Press the NC button. The display goes blank, a tone sounds and the red LED next to the NC button on the front panel lights up to verify that the instrument is operational. While pressing the button, hold the top-center of the meter z (sensor location) close to the conductor/circuit in question.. If a voltage in the range of 70 to 600 ac is present, a tone sounds and the red LED next to the NC button on the front panel lights up. Testing Battery oltage (XP- only) See Figure --. Set the Function Switch to the appropriate BTT setting,. or 9.. Connect the test leads: Red to BTT. or BTT 9, Black to.. Connect the test probes across the battery. The meter applies an appropriate load to the battery.. Read the display. good. volt battery should measure >., and a good 9 volt battery should measure > 7.. 6
Testing Logic Levels (XP- only) See Figure -- The XP- tests logic levels for TTL logic. The meter displays 0o plus a for a high-level (true) condition. The meter beeps and displays an 0o and a for a low-level (false) condition. See Specifications for the logic and logic 0 voltage limits. Out-of-limits indications are displayed as 0o only, no, or beep occur.. Set the Function Switch to LOGIC.. Connect the test leads: Red to E, Black to.. Connect the black lead to logic common.. Connect the red lead to the logic test point.. Read the display. dditional Features Input Test Lead Warning The meter emits a continuous tone when a test lead is placed in the m or input jack and the Function/Range Switch is not set to a correct current position. (If the meter is connected to a voltage source with leads connected for current, very high current could result). ll current ranges are protected by fast acting fuses. MIN MX Measurements (Model XP- only) The MIN MX feature reads and updates the display to show the maximum or minimum value measured after you press the MIN MX button. Pressing the MIN MX button for less than second will put the meter into a mode of displaying the maximum or minimum readings. Each time the button is pressed, the meter will cycle to the next display mode. Press the MIN MX button for more than second to disable this feature. uto Power Off (Models XP- and XP- only) uto Power Off is a battery saving feature that puts the meter into a sleep mode if the Function/Range Switch has not changed position in the last 0 minutes. To wake the meter turn the Function/Range Switch to another position. The uto Power Off feature can be disabled to keep the meter from going to sleep. To disable the uto Power Off feature use the following procedure:. Set the Function Switch to.. Press and hold the Range button while turning the Function Switch from to the desired function.. Release the Range button. The uto Power Off feature will remain disabled until the meter is turned off and then on. Measurements The button causes the meter to capture and continuously display a measurement reading. To use the feature make a measurement, and then, after the reading has stabilized, momentarily press the button. You can remove the test leads and the reading will remain on the display. Pressing the button again releases the display. 7
Product Maintenance Cleaning To clean the meter, use a soft cloth moistened with water. To avoid damage to the plastic components do not use benzene, alcohol, acetone, ether, paint thinner, lacquer thinner, ketone or other solvents to clean the meter. Troubleshooting If the meter appears to operate improperly, check the following items first.. Review the operating instructions to ensure the meter is being used properly.. Inspect and test the continuity of the test leads.. Make sure the battery is in good condition. The low battery symbol M appears when the battery falls below the level where accuracy is guaranteed. Replace a low-battery immediately.. Check the condition of the fuses if the current ranges operate incorrectly. Battery and Fuse Replacement See Figure -- XWWRNING To avoid electrical, shock remove the test leads from both the meter and the test circuit before accessing the battery or the fuses. To replace the fuse:. Remove the rear-case screws.. Separate the case.. Remove and replace the fuse (XP- or XP-) or 0. fuse (XP-).. Reassemble the meter. Fuse: Fast Blow /000, minimum interrupt rating 0 k (6 x mm) (mprobe FP00). Fast Blow 0. /000 minimum interrupt rating 0 k (6. x mm) (mprobe FP00) 8
C CURRENT ( Hz to 00 Hz) Ranges: 00 µ, m, 0 m, 00 m, ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) RESISTNCE Ranges: 00 Ω, kω, 0 kω, 00 kω, MΩ, 0 MΩ ccuracy: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on 00 to 00 kω ranges: ± (. % rdg + dgts) on MΩ range: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on 0 MΩ range CONTINUITY udible indication: 7 ± Ω DIODE TEST Test current:.0 m (approximate) ccuracy: ± (. % rdg + dgts) Open circuit volts:.0 dc typical BTTERY TEST Ranges:., 9 ccuracy: ± (. % rdg + dgts) OERLOD PROTECTION oltage, Resistance, Diode, Continuity: 000 DC or 70 C rms 00 m Range: 000 DC / 70 C rms ( minutes) Current: 0. / 000 fast blow ceramic fuse 6. mm m JCK: Input warning detects wrong switch/input jack configuration UXILIRY FETURES DT : Freeze the latest reading on the display. MIN/MX: Record the maximum and minimum reading in a measurement. XP- Electrical Specifications (at C ± C, < 7 % R.H.) DC OLTS Ranges: 00 m,, 0, 00, 000 ccuracy: ±(0. % rdg + dgt) C OLTS ( Hz to 00 Hz) Ranges: 00 m,, 0, 00, 70 ccuracy: ±(. % rdg + dgts) Hz to 00 Hz on 00 m range ±(. % rdg + dgts) on to 70 ranges DC CURRENT Ranges: 00 µ, 000 µ, 0 m, 00 m, ccuracy: ±(.0 % rdg + dgts) on 00 µ to 00 m ranges: ±(.0 % rdg + dgts) on range C CURRENT ( Hz to 00 Hz) Ranges: 00 µ, 000 µ, 0 m, 00 m, ccuracy: ±(. % rdg + dgts) on 00 µ to 00 m ranges: ±(. % rdg + dgts) on range RESISTNCE Ranges: 00 Ω, kω, 0 kω, 00 kω, MΩ, 0 MΩ, 000 MΩ ccuracy: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on 00 to MΩ ranges: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on 0 MΩ range ± {.0 % (rdg -0 dgt) + 0 dgt} on 000 MΩ range CONTINUITY udible indication: Less than Ω DIODE TEST Test current:. m (approximate) ccuracy: ±(. % rdg + dgts) Open circuit volts:.0 dc typical LOGIC TEST Thresholds Logic (Hi):.8 ± 0.8 Thresholds Logic o (Lo): 0.8 ± 0. Test voltage: TTL DC OERLOD PROTECTION oltage, Resistance, Diode, Continuity, Logic: 000 DC or 70 C rms Current: / 000 fast blow ceramic fuse 6. mm m JCK: Input warning detects wrong switch / input jack configuration UXILIRY FETURES DT : Freeze the latest reading on the display. RNGE: Execute manual range mode. UTO Power off: fter auto power off, press (RNGE) button to restart the meter, and the last reading of measurement will be returned to the display.
XP- Electrical Specifications (at C ± C, < 7 % R.H.) DC OLTS Ranges: m,, 0,, 000 ccuracy: ± (0. % rdg + dgt) C OLTS ( Hz to 00 Hz) Ranges: m,, 0,, 70 ccuracy: ± (. % rdg + dgts) Hz to 00 Hz on m range: ± (. % rdg + dgts) on to 70 ranges DC CURRENT Ranges: µ, 0 µ, 0 m, m, ccuracy: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on µ to m ranges: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on range C CURRENT ( Hz to 00 Hz) Ranges: µ, 0 µ, 0 m, m, ccuracy: ± (. % rdg + dgts) on µ to m ranges: ± (. % rdg + dgts) on range RESISTNCE Ranges: Ω, kω, 0 kω, kω, MΩ, 0 MΩ ccuracy: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on to MΩ ranges: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on 0 MΩ range CONTINUITY udible indication: Less than Ω DIODE TEST Test current:. m (approximate) ccuracy: ±(. % rdg + dgts) Open circuit volts:.0 dc typical CPCITNCE Ranges: nf, 0 nf, nf, µf, 0 µf, µf, mf ccuracy: ± (.0 % rdg + 0 dgts) on nf range: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on 0 nf and µf ranges: ± (.0 % rdg + dgts) on mf range TEMPERTURE Ranges: -0 C to 000 C, - F to 8 F ccuracy: ± (.0 % rdg + C) -0 C to 0 C ± (.0 % rdg + C)0 C to 00 C ± (.0 % rdg + C) 00 C to 000 C ± (.0 % rdg + 8 F) - F to 0 F ± (.0 % rdg + 6 F) 0 F to F ± (.0 % rdg + F) F to8 F FREQUENCY Ranges: k, 0 k, k, MHz ccuracy: ± (0. % rdg + dgts) Sensitivity: 0 Hz to MHz: >. rms OERLOD PROTECTION oltage, Resistance, Diode, Continuity, Frequency, Temperature: 000 DC or 70 C rms Current, Capacitance: / 000 fast blow ceramic fuse 6. mm m JCK: Input warning detects wrong switch/input jack configuration UXILIRY FETURES DT : Freeze the latest reading on the display. RNGE: Execute manual range mode. UTO Power off: fter auto power off, press (RNGE) button to restart the meter, and the last reading of measurement will be returned to the display.
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