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...Eindhoven The Netherlands To obtain service during the warranty period, send your defective meter to the nearest Fluke Authorized Service Center with a description of liability may not apply to extend any other warranty on Fluke's behalf. Box 1186 5602 B.D. Since some states or countries do not allow... the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of the problem. FLUKE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. P.O. NO OTHER...
...Eindhoven The Netherlands To obtain service during the warranty period, send your defective meter to the nearest Fluke Authorized Service Center with a description of liability may not apply to extend any other warranty on Fluke's behalf. Box 1186 5602 B.D. Since some states or countries do not allow... the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of the problem. FLUKE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. P.O. NO OTHER...
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Table of Contents Title Page Introduction...1 Contacting Fluke ...1 Safety Information ...2 How to Get Started...5 Getting Acquainted with the Meter 6 Measuring Electrical Parameters 17 Input Impedance...17 Ranges ...17 Measuring a Composite Signal 17 Testing Diodes...18 Displaying Minimum, Maximum, and Average 18 Using TouchHold ...19 Compensating for Test Lead Resistance 19 Using the Current Output Functions 20 Source Mode ...20 i
Table of Contents Title Page Introduction...1 Contacting Fluke ...1 Safety Information ...2 How to Get Started...5 Getting Acquainted with the Meter 6 Measuring Electrical Parameters 17 Input Impedance...17 Ranges ...17 Measuring a Composite Signal 17 Testing Diodes...18 Displaying Minimum, Maximum, and Average 18 Using TouchHold ...19 Compensating for Test Lead Resistance 19 Using the Current Output Functions 20 Source Mode ...20 i
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787 Users Manual Simulate Mode ...22 Changing the Current Span 22 Producing a Steady mA Output 24 Manually Stepping the mA Output 25 Auto Ramping the mA Output 26 Power-Up Options...27 Battery Life...28 Using the Holster and Flex-Stand 28 Maintenance ...28 General Maintenance 28 Calibration...28 Replacing the Battery 30 Replacing a Fuse ...31 If the Meter does not Work 32 Replacement Parts and Accessories 33 Specifications...36 Index ii
787 Users Manual Simulate Mode ...22 Changing the Current Span 22 Producing a Steady mA Output 24 Manually Stepping the mA Output 25 Auto Ramping the mA Output 26 Power-Up Options...27 Battery Life...28 Using the Holster and Flex-Stand 28 Maintenance ...28 General Maintenance 28 Calibration...28 Replacing the Battery 30 Replacing a Fuse ...31 If the Meter does not Work 32 Replacement Parts and Accessories 33 Specifications...36 Index ii
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... Japan: +81-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +65-738-5655 Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500 1 Your meter is a handheld, battery-operated tool for information about DMM accessories. Your Fluke 787 ProcessMeter™ (referred to as "the meter") is shipped with a Flex-Stand™ holster, one set of TL75 test leads, one set of AC70A...
... Japan: +81-3-3434-0181 Singapore: +65-738-5655 Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500 1 Your meter is a handheld, battery-operated tool for information about DMM accessories. Your Fluke 787 ProcessMeter™ (referred to as "the meter") is shipped with a Flex-Stand™ holster, one set of TL75 test leads, one set of AC70A...
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.... P.O. A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Before you use the meter if it is damaged. Box 9090, Everett, WA 98206-9090 USA Fluke Europe B.V. Pay particular attention to : Fluke Corporation P.O. Use the meter only as specified in Table 1. 787 Users Manual Address correspondence to the insulation surrounding the connectors. 2 Box 1186, 5602...
.... P.O. A Warning identifies conditions and actions that may be impaired. Before you use the meter if it is damaged. Box 9090, Everett, WA 98206-9090 USA Fluke Europe B.V. Pay particular attention to : Fluke Corporation P.O. Use the meter only as specified in Table 1. 787 Users Manual Address correspondence to the insulation surrounding the connectors. 2 Box 1186, 5602...
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.... Protection may be impaired. ProcessMeter Safety Information Caution To avoid possible damage to meter or to equipment under test: Disconnect the power and discharge all highvoltage capacitors before you use the meter. • Do not use only specified replacement parts. When you connect the... live test lead first. 3 Check test leads continuity. To protect yourself, adhere to power the meter. • When servicing the meter, use the meter if it operates abnormally. Use the proper jacks, function, and range for damaged insulation or exposed metal. When in...
.... Protection may be impaired. ProcessMeter Safety Information Caution To avoid possible damage to meter or to equipment under test: Disconnect the power and discharge all highvoltage capacitors before you use the meter. • Do not use only specified replacement parts. When you connect the... live test lead first. 3 Check test leads continuity. To protect yourself, adhere to power the meter. • When servicing the meter, use the meter if it operates abnormally. Use the proper jacks, function, and range for damaged insulation or exposed metal. When in...
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Later, use . Fluke 787 ProcessMeter ee014f.eps 5 If you are familiar with the Fluke 80 Series DMM, read "Measuring Electrical Parameters" in addition to the sections referenced in "Getting Acquainted with Fluke 80 Series DMMs, or DMMs in general, read "Using the Current Output Functions," review the...memory about the power-up options, and battery and fuse replacement instructions. Display Rotary Switch ProcessMeter How to refresh your meter. The sections following "Using the Current Output Functions" contain information about the various functions and features that you can use...
Later, use . Fluke 787 ProcessMeter ee014f.eps 5 If you are familiar with the Fluke 80 Series DMM, read "Measuring Electrical Parameters" in addition to the sections referenced in "Getting Acquainted with Fluke 80 Series DMMs, or DMMs in general, read "Using the Current Output Functions," review the...memory about the power-up options, and battery and fuse replacement instructions. Display Rotary Switch ProcessMeter How to refresh your meter. The sections following "Using the Current Output Functions" contain information about the various functions and features that you can use...
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....eps 6 OUTPUT 0-24mA 1 SOURCE + SIMULATE + 3 A mA COM V 0.44A (1A /30 sec) FUSED 30mA FUSED CAT 1000V 2 4 Figure 2. 787 Users Manual Getting Acquainted with the Meter To become familiar with the features and functions of the meter, study the following figures and tables. • Figure and Table 2 describe the input/output jacks. • Figure...
....eps 6 OUTPUT 0-24mA 1 SOURCE + SIMULATE + 3 A mA COM V 0.44A (1A /30 sec) FUSED 30mA FUSED CAT 1000V 2 4 Figure 2. 787 Users Manual Getting Acquainted with the Meter To become familiar with the features and functions of the meter, study the following figures and tables. • Figure and Table 2 describe the input/output jacks. • Figure...
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Input for voltage to 1000V, Ω, continuity, and diode test. V Input for current to 30 seconds.) Fused with a 440 mA fuse. Fused with the Meter Item A B C D Table 2. COM Common for up to 30 mA. Input/Output Jacks Jack c A d mA Measurement Functions Source Current Function Input for current to 24 mA. ...
Input for voltage to 1000V, Ω, continuity, and diode test. V Input for current to 30 seconds.) Fused with a 440 mA fuse. Fused with the Meter Item A B C D Table 2. COM Common for up to 30 mA. Input/Output Jacks Jack c A d mA Measurement Functions Source Current Function Input for current to 24 mA. ...
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... jack cA: measure A dc position, 30 mA or 1A BLUE selects ac High test lead in dmA: measure mA dc 9 Position Function(s) Pushbutton Actions A OFF Meter off B VA Default: measure ac V F Frequency counter M Selects a MIN, MAX, or AVG action (see pg. 18) KSelects a fixed range (hold 1 second for auto range) I Toggles...
... jack cA: measure A dc position, 30 mA or 1A BLUE selects ac High test lead in dmA: measure mA dc 9 Position Function(s) Pushbutton Actions A OFF Meter off B VA Default: measure ac V F Frequency counter M Selects a MIN, MAX, or AVG action (see pg. 18) KSelects a fixed range (hold 1 second for auto range) I Toggles...
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...% - 0% ramp (P on display) • Repeating 0% -100% - 0% ramp in 25% steps (N on display) • Slow repeating 0% -100% - 0% ramp (E on display) 11 ProcessMeter Getting Acquainted with the Meter Table 4.
...% - 0% ramp (P on display) • Repeating 0% -100% - 0% ramp in 25% steps (N on display) • Slow repeating 0% -100% - 0% ramp (E on display) 11 ProcessMeter Getting Acquainted with the Meter Table 4.
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ProcessMeter Getting Acquainted with the Meter Table 5. Pushbuttons (cont.) No. Pushbutton Function(s) C X Measuring: Selects a MIN, MAX, or AVG action (see pg. 18) M mA Output: Adjusts mA output up to the next ...
ProcessMeter Getting Acquainted with the Meter Table 5. Pushbuttons (cont.) No. Pushbutton Function(s) C X Measuring: Selects a MIN, MAX, or AVG action (see pg. 18) M mA Output: Adjusts mA output up to the next ...
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... recorded value. MAX means the display is active C D Lights in diode test function D S Lights in a 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA scale (change scales with the Meter Table 6. AVG means the display is showing the average value since starting recording (up option) B OUTPUT Lights when mA output (source or simulate) is showing...
... recorded value. MAX means the display is active C D Lights in diode test function D S Lights in a 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA scale (change scales with the Meter Table 6. AVG means the display is showing the average value since starting recording (up option) B OUTPUT Lights when mA output (source or simulate) is showing...
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... superimposed, select the 4 V range. See the specifications for more than one range (see the Specifications). ProcessMeter Measuring Electrical Parameters The meter normally automatically selects the lowest range that will not be displaying its most accurate measurement . Table 7. Range Requirements for 1 second. Allowable...10 MΩ. Being in Table 7. Touch the probes to lock the range. Ranges A measurement range determines the highest value the meter can measure. For example, to another measurement function or you press K and hold it for Measuring a Composite Signal Range (...
... superimposed, select the 4 V range. See the specifications for more than one range (see the Specifications). ProcessMeter Measuring Electrical Parameters The meter normally automatically selects the lowest range that will not be displaying its most accurate measurement . Table 7. Range Requirements for 1 second. Allowable...10 MΩ. Being in Table 7. Touch the probes to lock the range. Ranges A measurement range determines the highest value the meter can measure. For example, to another measurement function or you press K and hold it for Measuring a Composite Signal Range (...
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.... Press the BLUE pushbutton so that the D symbol is turned off is disabled and auto ranging is on continuously for 1 second to suspend recording; 787 Users Manual Testing Diodes To test a single diode: 1. Insert the red test lead into the Vjack and black test lead into the COM jack. ...2. The meter should indicate the appropriate diode voltage drop. 5. The beeper sounds when a new maximum or minimum is good if it passes the tests in steps 4 and...
.... Press the BLUE pushbutton so that the D symbol is turned off is disabled and auto ranging is on continuously for 1 second to suspend recording; 787 Users Manual Testing Diodes To test a single diode: 1. Insert the red test lead into the Vjack and black test lead into the COM jack. ...2. The meter should indicate the appropriate diode voltage drop. 5. The beeper sounds when a new maximum or minimum is good if it passes the tests in steps 4 and...
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... use TouchHold. ! Select the Ω measure function, touch the test leads together, then press C. Press I to compensate for test lead resistance when measuring Ω. The meter beeps and updates the display with each new stable reading (except in which it is difficult to determine if dangerous voltage is to activate TouchHold...
... use TouchHold. ! Select the Ω measure function, touch the test leads together, then press C. Press I to compensate for test lead resistance when measuring Ω. The meter beeps and updates the display with each new stable reading (except in which it is difficult to determine if dangerous voltage is to activate TouchHold...
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... mode, in which pair of output jacks is in an externally-powered current loop. Use source mode whenever you need to see which the meter regulates current in use. 20 The way to tell which mode is in use simulate mode whenever possible. Source Mode Source mode is to ...than simulate mode, so use is selected automatically by inserting the test leads into a passive circuit such as shown in source and simulate modes. 787 Users Manual Using the Current Output Functions The meter provides steady, stepped, and ramped current output for testing 0-20 mA and 4-20 mA current loops.
... mode, in which pair of output jacks is in an externally-powered current loop. Use source mode whenever you need to see which the meter regulates current in use. 20 The way to tell which mode is in use simulate mode whenever possible. Source Mode Source mode is to ...than simulate mode, so use is selected automatically by inserting the test leads into a passive circuit such as shown in source and simulate modes. 787 Users Manual Using the Current Output Functions The meter provides steady, stepped, and ramped current output for testing 0-20 mA and 4-20 mA current loops.
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... a current loop transmitter. The way to tell which mode is in use is to see which span is turned off the meter. 2. Changing the Current Span The meter's current output span has two settings (with the current loop under test. Caution Set the rotary switch to one of the... mA output settings BEFORE you turn the rotary switch to OUTPUT [ mA. 3. Simulate mode conserves battery life, so use . Turn off ): 1. 787 Users Manual ...
... a current loop transmitter. The way to tell which mode is in use is to see which span is turned off the meter. 2. Changing the Current Span The meter's current output span has two settings (with the current loop under test. Caution Set the rotary switch to one of the... mA output settings BEFORE you turn the rotary switch to OUTPUT [ mA. 3. Simulate mode conserves battery life, so use . Turn off ): 1. 787 Users Manual ...
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... the meter produces a steady mA dc output. Table 8. Use the pushbuttons to adjust the current as shown in the OUTPUT [ mA position, and the OUTPUT jacks are available when the meter is producing...sourcing or simulating by choosing the SOURCE or SIMULATE output jacks. If the meter cannot deliver the programmed current because the load resistance is too high or... Adjusts up 0.1 mA Adjusts up 0.001 mA Adjusts down 0.001 mA Adjusts down 0.1 mA 24 The meter begins sourcing or simulating 0%. Note The STEP pushbuttons described on the numeric display. When the impedance between the SOURCE ...
... the meter produces a steady mA dc output. Table 8. Use the pushbuttons to adjust the current as shown in the OUTPUT [ mA position, and the OUTPUT jacks are available when the meter is producing...sourcing or simulating by choosing the SOURCE or SIMULATE output jacks. If the meter cannot deliver the programmed current because the load resistance is too high or... Adjusts up 0.1 mA Adjusts up 0.001 mA Adjusts down 0.001 mA Adjusts down 0.1 mA 24 The meter begins sourcing or simulating 0%. Note The STEP pushbuttons described on the numeric display. When the impedance between the SOURCE ...
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... deliver the programmed current because the load resistance is too high or the loop supply voltage is low enough, the meter will resume sourcing. The meter begins sourcing or simulating 0%. ProcessMeter Using the Current Output Functions Table 9. mA Stepping Pushbuttons Pushbutton X M % STEP % ...STEP T W Adjustment Adjusts up and down to an appropriate load, the meter produces a steady mA dc output. When the impedance between the SOURCE jacks is too low, dashes (-----) appear on the previous page are available...
... deliver the programmed current because the load resistance is too high or the loop supply voltage is low enough, the meter will resume sourcing. The meter begins sourcing or simulating 0%. ProcessMeter Using the Current Output Functions Table 9. mA Stepping Pushbuttons Pushbutton X M % STEP % ...STEP T W Adjustment Adjusts up and down to an appropriate load, the meter produces a steady mA dc output. When the impedance between the SOURCE jacks is too low, dashes (-----) appear on the previous page are available...