Velleman DVM850BL User manual

DVM850BL

User Manual

Gebruikershandleiding

Manuel d’utilisation

Gebrauchsanleitung

DVM850BL GB1

1. SAFETY

1.1. SAFETY INFORMATION

This multimeter has been designed in accordance with IEC-1010. This norm pertains to

electronic measuring instruments that emit pollution 2 and belong to an overvoltage category

(CAT II).

Follow all safety and operating instructions to ensure that the meter is used safely and is kept

in good running order.

Full compliance with safety standards can only be guaranteed when the buyer uses the test

leads supplied with this packaging. If necessary, they should be replaced with identical leads.

1.2. SAFETY SYMBOLS

Important safety information, refer to the user manual.

Dangerous voltage is possible.

Earthing.

Double insulation (class II-protection)

Fuse should be replaced : the rating is specified in the manual.

2. MAINTENANCE

•Before opening the case, always disconnect the test leads from all live circuits.

•Avoiding fire risks : respect the specified voltage and current ratings when replacing the

fuse.

F 200mA / 250V (Quick acting)

•Do not use the device unless the back cover is in place and securely fastened.

•Do not apply abrasives or solvents to the meter. Use a damp cloth and mild detergent for

cleaning purposes.

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3. DURING USE

•Never exceed the limit value for protection. This limit value is listed separately in the

specifications for each range of measurement.

•Do not touch unused terminals when the meter is linked to a circuit which is being tested.

•Never use the meter with category II installations when measuring voltages that might

exceed the safety margin of 600V above earth ground.

•Set the range selector at its highest position if the intensity of the charge to be measured is

unknown beforehand.

•Disconnect the test leads from the tested circuit before rotating the range selector in order to

change functions.

•When carrying out measurements on a TV set or switching power circuits, always remember

that the meter may be damaged by any high amplitude voltage pulses at test points.

•Always be careful when working with voltages above 60Vdc or 30Vac rms. Keep your

fingers behind the probe barriers at all times during measurement.

•Before attempting to insert transistors for testing, always verify if the test leads have been

disconnected.

•Components should not be connected to the hFE socket while test leads are being used to

execute voltage measurements.

•Never perform resistance measurements on live circuits.

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4. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The device is a battery-operated, hand-held 3 ½ digital multimeter for measuring DC and AC

voltages, DC current and resistance. It also offers the possibility of executing continuity tests

and of testing diodes and transistors. The back light is optional.

4.1. FRONT PANEL

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4.2. FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION

cDisplay

3 ½ digits, 7 segments, LCD : 15mm high

dBack light

When this button is pushed, the back light will illuminate your display for approximately 5

seconds.

eRotary switch

This switch is used to select functions and desired ranges as well as to turn the meter

on/off.

fHold button

Upon pushing this button, the display will retain the last reading and the " "-symbol will

remain on the LCD until the button is pushed again.

g"10A" jack

Insert the red test lead in this connector in order to measure a max. current of 10A.

h"COM" jack

Insert the black (negative) test lead.

i"VΩmA" jack

Insert the red (positive) test lead in this connector to measure voltage, resistance and

current (except 10A).

5. SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum accuracy is achieved during a one-year period after calibration. The ideal set of

circumstances requires a temperature of 18 to 28°C (64°F to 82°F) with a maximum relative

humidity of 80%.

Maximum voltage between terminals and earth groun

CAT II 600V

Fuse protection F 200mA / 250V

Power 9V battery

Display LCD, 1999 counts, updates 2-3/sec.

Measuring method Dual-slope integration A/D converter

Overrange indication Only figure "1" on the display

Polarity indication "-" displayed for negative polarity

Operating temperature 0 to 40°C

Storage temperature -10°C to 50°C

Low battery indication "" appears on the display

Dimensions 138 x 69 x 31mm

Weight Approx. 170g

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5.1. DC VOLTAGE

Range Resolution Accuracy

200mV 100µV ±0.5% of rdg ±2 digits

2V 1mV ±0.5% of rdg ±2 digits

20V 10mV ±0.5% of rdg ±2 digits

200V 100mV ±0.5% of rdg ±2 digits

600V 1V ±0.8% of rdg ±2 digits

Overload protection : 250Vrms for the 200mV range and 600Vdc or rms ac for other ranges.

5.2. DC CURRENT

Range Resolution Accuracy

200ùA 0.1µA ±1% of rdg ±2 digits

2mA 1µA ±1% of rdg ±2 digits

20mA 10µA ±1% of rdg ±2 digits

200mA 100µA ±1.5% of rdg ±2 digits

10A 10mA ±3% of rdg ±2 digits

Overload protection : F 200mA / 250V fuse. (no fuse for the 10A range).

5.3. AC VOLTAGE

Range Resolution Accuracy

200V 100mV ±1.2% of rdg ±2 digits

600V 1V ±1.2% of rdg ±2 digits

Overload protection : 600Vdc or rms ac for all ranges.

Frequency range : 40Hz to 400Hz. Response : average, calibration in rms of a sine wave.

5.4. DIODE & CONTINUITY

Range Description

If continuity exists (about less that 1.5kΩ), built-in buzzer will sound

Displays the diode's approx. forward voltage drop

Overload protection : 250Vdc or rms ac

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5.5. RESISTANCE

Range Resolution Accuracy

200Ω0.1Ω±0.8% of rdg ±2 digits

2kΩ1Ω±0.8% of rdg ±2 digits

20kΩ10Ω±0.8% of rdg ±2 digits

200kΩ100Ω±0.8% of rdg ±2 digits

2MΩ1kΩ±1.0% of rdg ±2 digits

Maximum open circuit voltage : 3.2V

Overload protection : 250Vdc or rms ac for all ranges.

5.6. TRANSISTOR hFE TEST (0-1000)

Range Tested range Tested current Tested voltage

NPN & PNP 0-1000 Ib = 10µA Vcd = 3V

6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

6.1. DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

1. Connect the red test lead to the "VΩmA" jack and the black lead to the "COM" jack.

2. Set the rotary switch in the desired DCV position. If the voltage to be measured is unknown

beforehand, you should set the range switch in the highest range position and then reduce

gradually until the ideal resolution is obtained.

3. Connect the test leads to the source being measured.

4. Read the voltage value on the LCD display along with the polarity of the red lead

connection.

6.2. DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT

1. Connect the red test lead to the "VΩmA" jack and the black test lead to the "COM" jack

(switch the red lead to the "10A" jack for measurements between 200mA and 10A).

2. Set the rotary switch (DCA) in the desired position.

3. Open the circuit in which the current is to be measured and connect the test leads to the

circuit IN SERIES.

4. Read the current value and the polarity of the red lead connection on the LCD display

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6.3. AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

1. Connect the red test lead to the "VΩmA" jack and the black test lead to the "COM" jack.

2. Set the rotary switch in the appropriate ACV position.

3. Connect the test leads to the source to be measured.

4. Read the voltage value on the LCD display.

6.4. RESISTANCE

1. Connect the red test lead to the "VΩmA" jack and the black test lead to the "COM" jack (the

red lead has a positive polarity "+").

2. Set the rotary switch in the appropriate "Ω" range position.

3. Connect the test leads to the resistor to be measured and read the LCD display.

4. If the resistance being measured is connected to a circuit, turn off the power and discharge

all capacitors before applying the test probes.

6.5. DIODE TEST

1. Connect the red test lead to "VΩmA" jack and the black one to the "COM" jack (the red lead

has a positive polarity "+".).

2. Set the rotary switch in the " " position.

3. Connect the red test lead to the anode of the diode to be tested and the black test lead to the

cathode of the diode. The approx. forward voltage drop of the diode will be displayed. If the

connection is reversed, the display will merely show a "1".

6.6. TRANSISTOR TEST

1. Set the rotary switch in the "hFE" position.

2. Determine whether the transistor under testing is NPN or PNP and locate the emitter, base

and collector leads. Insert the leads into the proper holes of the hFE-socket on the front

panel.

3. Read the approximate hFE-value obtained under the following test conditions : a base

current of 10µA and Vce 3V.

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6.7. AUDIBLE CONTINUITY TEST

1. Connect the red test lead to "VΩmA" and the black one to "COM".

2. Set the range switch in the " " position.

3. Connect the test leads to two points of the circuit to be tested. If continuity exists, the built-

in buzzer will sound.

7. BATTERY & FUSE REPLACEMENT

When" " is displayed, the battery should be replaced.

Fuses rarely need replacement and blown fuses almost always result from human error.

To replace the battery or fuse (200mA / 250V), simply remove the 2 screws at the back of the

case. Remove the old specimen and insert the new one.

Please remember to observe battery polarity.

8. WARNING

Before attempting to open the case, verify if the test leads have been disconnected. Before

using the meter, please remember to close the case and tighten the screws properly in order to

avoid electroshocks.

9. ACCESSORIES

•User manual

•Set of test leads

•Gift box

•9V battery

•Holster

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