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...end-user customer of the difficulty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination). Fluke warrants that software will be billed for 90 days and that service center, with its functional specifications for the repair and return transportation charges (FOB Shipping Point). To obtain ...warranty service, contact your product online, visit register.fluke.com Following warranty repair, the product will operate substantially in ...
...end-user customer of the difficulty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination). Fluke warrants that software will be billed for 90 days and that service center, with its functional specifications for the repair and return transportation charges (FOB Shipping Point). To obtain ...warranty service, contact your product online, visit register.fluke.com Following warranty repair, the product will operate substantially in ...
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... ...1-6 Instrument Security Procedures 1-6 Volatile Memory 1-6 Non Volatile Memory 1-6 Media Memory (8846A Only 1-7 Accessories ...1-7 General Specifications 1-9 Power...1-9 Dimensions ...1-9 Display...1-9 Environment 1-9 Safety...1-9 EMC ...1-9 Triggering ...1-9 Memory ...1-10 Math Functions 1-10 Electrical...1-10 Remote Interfaces 1-10 Warranty ...1-10 Electrical Specifications 1-10 DC Voltage Specifications 1-10 AC Voltage Specifications 1-11 Resistance ...1-13 DC Current ...1-15 AC Current ...1-16 Frequency ...1-18...
... ...1-6 Instrument Security Procedures 1-6 Volatile Memory 1-6 Non Volatile Memory 1-6 Media Memory (8846A Only 1-7 Accessories ...1-7 General Specifications 1-9 Power...1-9 Dimensions ...1-9 Display...1-9 Environment 1-9 Safety...1-9 EMC ...1-9 Triggering ...1-9 Memory ...1-10 Math Functions 1-10 Electrical...1-10 Remote Interfaces 1-10 Warranty ...1-10 Electrical Specifications 1-10 DC Voltage Specifications 1-10 AC Voltage Specifications 1-11 Resistance ...1-13 DC Current ...1-15 AC Current ...1-16 Frequency ...1-18...
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... ...1-6 Instrument Security Procedures 1-6 Volatile Memory 1-6 Non Volatile Memory 1-7 Media Memory (8846A Only 1-7 Accessories ...1-7 General Specifications 1-9 Power ...1-9 Dimensions ...1-9 Display...1-9 Environment 1-9 Safety ...1-9 EMC ...1-9 Triggering ...1-9 Memory ...1-10 Math Functions 1-10 Electrical...1-10 Remote Interfaces 1-10 Warranty ...1-10 Electrical Specifications 1-10 DC Voltage Specifications 1-10 AC Voltage Specifications 1-11 Resistance ...1-13 DC Current ...1-15 AC Current ...1-16 Frequency ...1-18...
... ...1-6 Instrument Security Procedures 1-6 Volatile Memory 1-6 Non Volatile Memory 1-7 Media Memory (8846A Only 1-7 Accessories ...1-7 General Specifications 1-9 Power ...1-9 Dimensions ...1-9 Display...1-9 Environment 1-9 Safety ...1-9 EMC ...1-9 Triggering ...1-9 Memory ...1-10 Math Functions 1-10 Electrical...1-10 Remote Interfaces 1-10 Warranty ...1-10 Electrical Specifications 1-10 DC Voltage Specifications 1-10 AC Voltage Specifications 1-11 Resistance ...1-13 DC Current ...1-15 AC Current ...1-16 Frequency ...1-18...
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...The following is a list of some specifications are also used to 1 MHz) • Capacitance measurements (8846A Only) • Temperature measurement (8846A Only) • 10 A current capability • Decibels (dB and dBm) with the addition of "8846A Only" by each feature that is found... only in automated systems. For portability, these multimeters include a carrying handle that model. 1 Introduction and Specifications Introduction Introduction The 8845A and 8846A are a few feature differences between these two models. Their full complement of measurement functions plus its RS-232...
...The following is a list of some specifications are also used to 1 MHz) • Capacitance measurements (8846A Only) • Temperature measurement (8846A Only) • 10 A current capability • Decibels (dB and dBm) with the addition of "8846A Only" by each feature that is found... only in automated systems. For portability, these multimeters include a carrying handle that model. 1 Introduction and Specifications Introduction Introduction The 8845A and 8846A are a few feature differences between these two models. Their full complement of measurement functions plus its RS-232...
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... to which it to a power source, and turning the Meter on how to safely use the Meter, standard and optional accessories, and specifications. XW Warning To avoid electric shock, personal injury, or death, carefully read the information under "Safety Information" before attempting to install,...publication EN 61010-1:2001 and U.S. / Canadian standard publications UL 61010-1A1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010.1. 8845A/8846A Users Manual About this manual that relate to specific measurement functions. To use , or service the Meter. This manual contains information and warnings that could result in ...
... to which it to a power source, and turning the Meter on how to safely use the Meter, standard and optional accessories, and specifications. XW Warning To avoid electric shock, personal injury, or death, carefully read the information under "Safety Information" before attempting to install,...publication EN 61010-1:2001 and U.S. / Canadian standard publications UL 61010-1A1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010.1. 8845A/8846A Users Manual About this manual that relate to specific measurement functions. To use , or service the Meter. This manual contains information and warnings that could result in ...
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1 Introduction and Specifications Safety Information Table 1-1. Safety Information XW Warning To avoid possible electric shock, personal injury, or death, read the following before using the Meter. • Verify ...
1 Introduction and Specifications Safety Information Table 1-1. Safety Information XW Warning To avoid possible electric shock, personal injury, or death, read the following before using the Meter. • Verify ...
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... flash memory listed in Table 1-4: 1. Accessories Table 1-3 lists the available accessories for connecting flash memory modules up to 2 Gigabytes to the 8846A: 1. Accessories Model/Fluke PN TL71 6303 6730 5940 5143 6275 6344 884X-Short 884X-Case Description Premium Test Lead Set Kelvin Probes Kelvin Lead Set with Alligator... MB 4 MB Function Application program storage, user string, user data, user remote interface settings. Select the MANAGE MEMORY soft key. 3. 1 Introduction and Specifications Accessories Non Volatile Memory Table 1-4 lists the Meter's non-volatile memory elements.
... flash memory listed in Table 1-4: 1. Accessories Table 1-3 lists the available accessories for connecting flash memory modules up to 2 Gigabytes to the 8846A: 1. Accessories Model/Fluke PN TL71 6303 6730 5940 5143 6275 6344 884X-Short 884X-Case Description Premium Test Lead Set Kelvin Probes Kelvin Lead Set with Alligator... MB 4 MB Function Application program storage, user string, user data, user remote interface settings. Select the MANAGE MEMORY soft key. 3. 1 Introduction and Specifications Accessories Non Volatile Memory Table 1-4 lists the Meter's non-volatile memory elements.
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... Environment Temperature Operating 0 °C to 55 °C Storage 40 °C to 70 °C Warm Up 1 hour to full uncertainty specifications Relative Humidity (non-condensing) Operating 0 °C to 440 Hz. 1 Introduction and Specifications General Specifications General Specifications Power Voltage 100 V Setting 90 V to 110 V 120 V Setting 108 V to 132 V 220 V Setting 198 V to 242 V 240...
... Environment Temperature Operating 0 °C to 55 °C Storage 40 °C to 70 °C Warm Up 1 hour to full uncertainty specifications Relative Humidity (non-condensing) Operating 0 °C to 440 Hz. 1 Introduction and Specifications General Specifications General Specifications Power Voltage 100 V Setting 90 V to 110 V 120 V Setting 108 V to 132 V 220 V Setting 198 V to 242 V 240...
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... Histogram, Statistics (min/max/average/standard deviation), and Limit Test Electrical Input Protection 1000 V all ranges except 1000 V dc, 1000 V ac (8846A), 750 V ac (8845A), Diode, and 10 A ranges Remote Interfaces RS-232 (RS-232 to USB cable available to connect the Meter to... Autozero Off Operation Following instrument warm-up with Auto Zero is default input impedance. See accessories) IEEE 488.2 LAN Warranty One year Electrical Specifications Accuracy specifications are valid for 6½ digit mode after at 50 or 60 Hz ± 0.1 % (1 kΩ unbalance) Normal Mode Rejection...
... Histogram, Statistics (min/max/average/standard deviation), and Limit Test Electrical Input Protection 1000 V all ranges except 1000 V dc, 1000 V ac (8846A), 750 V ac (8845A), Diode, and 10 A ranges Remote Interfaces RS-232 (RS-232 to USB cable available to connect the Meter to... Autozero Off Operation Following instrument warm-up with Auto Zero is default input impedance. See accessories) IEEE 488.2 LAN Warranty One year Electrical Specifications Accuracy specifications are valid for 6½ digit mode after at 50 or 60 Hz ± 0.1 % (1 kΩ unbalance) Normal Mode Rejection...
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1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications 8846A Accuracy Accuracy is given as ± (% measurement + % of range) Range 100 mV 1 V 10 V 100 V 1000 V 24 Hour (23 ± 1 °C) 0.0025 + 0.003 0.0018 + 0.0006 0.0013 + 0.... 100 10 1 .2 0.02 Additional Noise Error 0 % of range 0 % of range 0.001 % of range 0.001 % of range + 20 µV 0.01 % of range + 20 µV AC Voltage Specifications AC Voltage specifications are for ac sinewave signals >5 % of range and
1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications 8846A Accuracy Accuracy is given as ± (% measurement + % of range) Range 100 mV 1 V 10 V 100 V 1000 V 24 Hour (23 ± 1 °C) 0.0025 + 0.003 0.0018 + 0.0006 0.0013 + 0.... 100 10 1 .2 0.02 Additional Noise Error 0 % of range 0 % of range 0.001 % of range 0.001 % of range + 20 µV 0.01 % of range + 20 µV AC Voltage Specifications AC Voltage specifications are for ac sinewave signals >5 % of range and
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...- 40 Hz 0 0.02 40 - 100 Hz 0 0.01 100 - 200 Hz 0 0 200 Hz - 1 kHz 0 0 > 1 kHz 0 0 200HZ (fast) - - 0.55 0.2 0.02 0 Resistance Specifications are for 2 x 4-wire resistance function. Measurement Method Current source referenced to 28 °C 0.10 + 0.004 0.035 + 0.004 0.005 + 0.004 0.011 + 0.005 0.06 + 0.008 0.2 + 0.02 0.1...+ 0.50 1.0 + 0.03 0.35 + 0.03 0.06 + 0.03 0.12 + 0.05 0.6 + 0.08 4.0 + 0.5 Temperature Coefficient/ °C Outside 18 to LO input. 1-13 1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications 8845A Accuracy Accuracy is given as % of reading.
...- 40 Hz 0 0.02 40 - 100 Hz 0 0.01 100 - 200 Hz 0 0 200 Hz - 1 kHz 0 0 > 1 kHz 0 0 200HZ (fast) - - 0.55 0.2 0.02 0 Resistance Specifications are for 2 x 4-wire resistance function. Measurement Method Current source referenced to 28 °C 0.10 + 0.004 0.035 + 0.004 0.005 + 0.004 0.011 + 0.005 0.06 + 0.008 0.2 + 0.02 0.1...+ 0.50 1.0 + 0.03 0.35 + 0.03 0.06 + 0.03 0.12 + 0.05 0.6 + 0.08 4.0 + 0.5 Temperature Coefficient/ °C Outside 18 to LO input. 1-13 1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications 8845A Accuracy Accuracy is given as % of reading.
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... nA 1 µA 10 µA 10 µA Shunt Resistance (Ohms) Burden Voltage 100Ω 100Ω 1 Ω 1 Ω 0.01 Ω 0.01 Ω 0.01 Ω 1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications DC Current Input Protection Tool-accessible 11 A/1000 V and 440 mA/1000 V fuses.
... nA 1 µA 10 µA 10 µA Shunt Resistance (Ohms) Burden Voltage 100Ω 100Ω 1 Ω 1 Ω 0.01 Ω 0.01 Ω 0.01 Ω 1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications DC Current Input Protection Tool-accessible 11 A/1000 V and 440 mA/1000 V fuses.
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Input Protection Tool accessible 11 A/1000 V and 440 mA/1000 V fuses. Measurement Method ac-coupled true-rms, dc-coupled to the fuse and shunt (no blocking capacitor) AC Filter Bandwidth Slow 3 Hz to 10 kHz Medium 20 Hz to 10 kHz Fast 200 Hz to 5 % of range, add an additional error of 0.1 % of range. 8845A/8846A Users Manual AC Current The following ac current specifications are for sinusoidal signals with amplitudes greater than 5 % of range. For inputs from 1% to 10 kHz Maximum Crest Factor 5:1 at full scale Additional Crest Factor Errors (
Input Protection Tool accessible 11 A/1000 V and 440 mA/1000 V fuses. Measurement Method ac-coupled true-rms, dc-coupled to the fuse and shunt (no blocking capacitor) AC Filter Bandwidth Slow 3 Hz to 10 kHz Medium 20 Hz to 10 kHz Fast 200 Hz to 5 % of range, add an additional error of 0.1 % of range. 8845A/8846A Users Manual AC Current The following ac current specifications are for sinusoidal signals with amplitudes greater than 5 % of range. For inputs from 1% to 10 kHz Maximum Crest Factor 5:1 at full scale Additional Crest Factor Errors (
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1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications 8846A Accuracy (cont) 3 A[1][2] 10 A[2] 3 - 5 Hz 5 - 10 Hz 10 Hz - 5 kHz 5 - 10 kHz 3 - 5 Hz 5 - 10 Hz 10 Hz - 5 kHz 5 - 10 kHz 1.1 + 0.06 0.35 + 0.06 0.5 + 0.7 0.35 + 0.7 2.0 + 0.06 1.1 + 0.06 0....
1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications 8846A Accuracy (cont) 3 A[1][2] 10 A[2] 3 - 5 Hz 5 - 10 Hz 10 Hz - 5 kHz 5 - 10 kHz 3 - 5 Hz 5 - 10 Hz 10 Hz - 5 kHz 5 - 10 kHz 1.1 + 0.06 0.35 + 0.06 0.5 + 0.7 0.35 + 0.7 2.0 + 0.06 1.1 + 0.06 0....
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1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications Capacitance (8846A Only) Accuracy is stated as ±(% of measurement + % of range) Range Resolution 1 nF 1 pF 10 nF 10 pF 100 nF 100 pF 1 µF 1 nF 10 ...;C 0.4 °C Continuity Continuity Threshold Selectable between 1 Ω and 1000 Ω Test Current 1 mA Response Time 300 samples/sec with less than 10 ohms lead resistance. Specifications do not include probe accuracy, which must be added. Range -200 °C -100 °C 0 °C 100 °C 300 °C 600 °C Resolution 0.001 °C 0.001...
1 Introduction and Specifications Electrical Specifications Capacitance (8846A Only) Accuracy is stated as ±(% of measurement + % of range) Range Resolution 1 nF 1 pF 10 nF 10 pF 100 nF 100 pF 1 µF 1 nF 10 ...;C 0.4 °C Continuity Continuity Threshold Selectable between 1 Ω and 1000 Ω Test Current 1 mA Response Time 300 samples/sec with less than 10 ohms lead resistance. Specifications do not include probe accuracy, which must be added. Range -200 °C -100 °C 0 °C 100 °C 300 °C 600 °C Resolution 0.001 °C 0.001...
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... 15.5″ x 8.0″, with cushioning material that will reach you have to the shipping carton. To register this product, visit register.fluke.com. If the original shipping container is not available, a box that is packed ready for use the original shipping container if possible. ... chapter explains how to ensure that complies with a line voltage determined at www.fluke.com. Unpacking and Inspecting the Meter Every care is shipped, use with the storage environment specification described in case you in perfect condition. Storing and Shipping the Meter The Meter...
... 15.5″ x 8.0″, with cushioning material that will reach you have to the shipping carton. To register this product, visit register.fluke.com. If the original shipping container is not available, a box that is packed ready for use the original shipping container if possible. ... chapter explains how to ensure that complies with a line voltage determined at www.fluke.com. Unpacking and Inspecting the Meter Every care is shipped, use with the storage environment specification described in case you in perfect condition. Storing and Shipping the Meter The Meter...
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8845A/8846A Users Manual each trigger or pulse received, the Meter will take a specified ...adjust, press either . 3-16 Press the soft key labeled TRIGGER. 3. Press the soft key labeled # SAMPLES. To select a specific digit to increment the digit. 5. The Ext Trig soft key label will initiate a measurement. To return to adjust, press either .... 3. With the desired digit selected, press the soft key labeled -- To set up for a trigger. To select a specific digit to auto trigger mode, press EXT TRIG again. When a trigger delay is specified, that delay is waiting for an ...
8845A/8846A Users Manual each trigger or pulse received, the Meter will take a specified ...adjust, press either . 3-16 Press the soft key labeled TRIGGER. 3. Press the soft key labeled # SAMPLES. To select a specific digit to increment the digit. 5. The Ext Trig soft key label will initiate a measurement. To return to adjust, press either .... 3. With the desired digit selected, press the soft key labeled -- To set up for a trigger. To select a specific digit to auto trigger mode, press EXT TRIG again. When a trigger delay is specified, that delay is waiting for an ...
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See the specifications section for Fluke part numbers. On the 8846A, external memory connects through the USB port ...the "Options and Accessories" section in various storage capacities is available to the store readings menu. 7. The 8846A, with external memory, will hold up to select a digit. Press the STORE READINGS soft key shown above... process. In addition to storing and recalling readings and configurations, a memory management function is available from Fluke. Storing Readings in one internal memory file. The START soft key will hold 999 additional readings files,...
See the specifications section for Fluke part numbers. On the 8846A, external memory connects through the USB port ...the "Options and Accessories" section in various storage capacities is available to the store readings menu. 7. The 8846A, with external memory, will hold up to select a digit. Press the STORE READINGS soft key shown above... process. In addition to storing and recalling readings and configurations, a memory management function is available from Fluke. Storing Readings in one internal memory file. The START soft key will hold 999 additional readings files,...
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.... CONFIG01 through CONFIG05). Recalling a Meter Configuration To recall a configuration from external memory (8846A Only): 3-19 To recall a configuration from internal memory: 1. Press the STORE USB soft key. With the preferred memory location set, press the ENTER soft key to select a specific digit. Press M. 2. If all 100 memory locations. 4. 3 Front-Panel Operation Controlling...
.... CONFIG01 through CONFIG05). Recalling a Meter Configuration To recall a configuration from external memory (8846A Only): 3-19 To recall a configuration from internal memory: 1. Press the STORE USB soft key. With the preferred memory location set, press the ENTER soft key to select a specific digit. Press M. 2. If all 100 memory locations. 4. 3 Front-Panel Operation Controlling...
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Press M. 2. CONFIG01 through CONFIG04. Once the chosen memory location is labeled MORE to allow access to select a specific digit. If you are sure you want to clear all stored readings, all 100 memory locations. 4. Press M. 2. Press the RECALL USB soft key. ...containing a Meter configuration. Per Department of Defense requirements, the Meter allows the erasure of Meter configuration and data files from one of external memory (8846A Only). The Meter labels the first four soft keys with the first four memory locations. If you want a memory location other than the first four...
Press M. 2. CONFIG01 through CONFIG04. Once the chosen memory location is labeled MORE to allow access to select a specific digit. If you are sure you want to clear all stored readings, all 100 memory locations. 4. Press M. 2. Press the RECALL USB soft key. ...containing a Meter configuration. Per Department of Defense requirements, the Meter allows the erasure of Meter configuration and data files from one of external memory (8846A Only). The Meter labels the first four soft keys with the first four memory locations. If you want a memory location other than the first four...