Atten ATM3500A User manual

ATTEN.EU®
ATM3500A
6.5 Digit Digital Multimeter

User’s Manual
ATM3500A DMM
User’s Manual
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Printed date: 11/2011
Version: 1.05

Ta le of Contents
1 General Information
This section contains general information about ATTEN.EU ATM3500A
Multimeter. The information is shown below:
Feature O er iew
Warranty Information
Safety Information
Symbols and Terms
Specifications
Inspection
Options and Accessories
If you ha e any questions after reading this information, please
contact your local ser ice representati e.
1.1 Feature Overview
ATM3500A is a 6.5 digit digital multimeter. It has 0.0015% 24-hour
basic DC oltage accuracy at 10V range and 0.002% 24-hour basic
resistance accuracy at 10kΩ range. At 6.5 digit, the multimeter
deli ers 50 triggered RDGS/sec ia remote interface. At the fast 4.5
digit, it reads o er 2000 RDGS/sec into its internal buffer. ATM3500A
pro ides wide measurement ranges:
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Note: The 24-hour measurement is subject to calibration accuracy.※
DC oltage: 0.1V, 1V, 10V, 100V & 1000V.
AC oltage: 0.1V, 1V, 10V, 100V & 750V.
DC current: 10mA, 100mA, 1A & 3A.
AC current: 1A & 3A.
2 & 4-wire resistance: 100Ω, 1KΩ, 10KΩ, 100KΩ, 1MΩ, 10MΩ &
100MΩ.
Frequency: From 3Hz to 300kHz.
Period measurement.
Diode measurement.
Continuity measurement for resistance.
Thermocouple temperature & RTD measurements.
Some additional capa ilities of ATM3500A include:
Full math functions – dB, dBm, MX+B, ratio, %, Max/Min, null &
limits.
Optional multipoint scanner card – For internal scanning options
including M3500–opt01 (a 10-channel) & M3500-opt09 (a 20-
channel) general-purpose cards.
USB and GPIB/RS-232 (Optional) remote control interfaces.
Through Microsoft Office Word & Excel for remotely storing and
recalling the measured alues.
Through M3500 AP software for simulating the real operation on PC.
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1.2 Warranty Information
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection pro ided by the equipment may be
impaired.
1. Warranty: ATTEN.EU CORP. guarantees that this product meets
its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory.
Under proper installation it should work as expected.
2. Warranty Period: This equipment is warranted against defects in
material and manufacturing for a period of one year from the date
of shipment. During the warranty period, ATTEN.EU is responsible
for necessary repairs as long as the product can be pro ed to be
defecti e.
For warranty ser ice or repair this product must be returned to a
ser ice facility designated by ATTEN.EU. Please contact your local
ser ice representati e.
3. Excluded Items: This warranty does not include consumpti e
parts such as fuses, buttons and relays. Neither does this warranty
co er defects caused by improper installation, improper or
insufficient maintenance, unauthorized modification, improper
operation, ignorance of en ironmental specifications or improper
software or interfacing.
4. Remarks:
No other warranty is expressed or implied, except for the abo e
mentioned.
The remedies pro ided herein are the buyer’s sole and exclusi e
remedies. ATTEN.EU shall not be liable for any direct, indirect,
special, incidental or consequential damages.
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Limitation of warranty
1. Our warranties do not co er any damage resulting from
unauthorized modification or misuse.
2. Unless mentioned elsewhere in this document, our warranty does
not apply to fuses, probes, and problems arising from normal wear
or your abnormal operations.
3. Our warranties do not apply on any direct, incidental, special, or
consequential damages.
4. The abo e warranties are exclusi e and no other warranty is
expressed or implied. ATTEN.EU disclaims any implied warranties of
MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, and FITNESS for any
particular reasons.
1.3 Precaution of Operation
Please carefully read the manual before operating this de ice.
This manual is for reference only. Please consult your local ser ice
representati e for further assistance.
The contents of this manual may be amended by the manufacturer
without notice.
Ne er dismantle the equipment by any unauthorized personnel, or
equipment may be damaged.
The equipment has been strictly tested for quality before deli ery
from our factory. Howe er, this equipment must not be used in
dangerous situations where damage may result.
This product should be placed in a safe area in case of
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unpredictable personnel use.
The rear protecti e conduct terminal needs to be connected to the
actual earth ground or electric shock may occur.
The patent and related documents for the equipment belong to
ATTEN.EU CORP. and they aren’t allowed to be used by others
without permission.
1.4 Upkeep of ATM3500A
Although ATM3500A multimeter is ery durable and weather
resistant, care should be taken not to expose it to se ere impact or
pressure.
Keep ATM3500A far from water and damp en ironment.
Calibration will be taken e ery year. Please contact with your local
ser ice representati e for more information.
If the incorrect display or abnormal beeps occurred you should stop
using the equipment at once.
Do not use the Meter around explosi e gas or inflammable apor.
Wipe the surface of ATM3500A multimeter with a piece of dry and
clean cloth.
1.5 Safety Information
Caution! Please read through the following safety information
before using the product.
To a oid possible electric shock or personal injury, please read and
follow these guidelines carefully:
Follow the guidelines in this manual and DO NOT use the Meter if
the case is damaged. Check the Meter case and terminals, and
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make sure all the de ices are in the proper positions.
Do not apply excessi e oltage to the Multimeter. Apply oltage
within the rated range only.
Use caution when measuring oltages abo e 30 V RMS, 42 V peak,
or 60 V DC. These oltages pose an electric shock hazard.
When using the probes, always keep your fingers behind the finger
guards.
Always connect the common test leads (black) before connecting
the li e test leads (red), and disconnect the li e test leads (red)
before disconnecting the common test leads (black). This will
reduce the chance of an electric shock.
Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high- oltage capacitors
before testing resistance, continuity, diodes or capacitance.
If you need to open the Meter case or replace any parts, read the
instruction in this manual first. You must be a qualified personnel to
perform this action.
When replacing fuses, use only the same type and same rating as
specified.
Do not try to operate the Meter if it is damaged. Disconnect the
power from the equipment and consult the local ser ice
representati e. Return the product to ATTEN.EU ser ice department
if necessary.
1.6 Sym ols and Terms
This symbol indicates hazards that may cause damages to the
instrument or e en result in personal injury.
This symbol indicates high oltage may be present. Use extra
caution before taking any action.
This symbol indicates the frame or chassis terminal presented
need to be connected to the actual earth ground.
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This symbol indicates “Protecti e Conductor Terminal”.
This symbol indicates earth (ground) terminal.
This symbol indicates this product complies with the essential
requirements or the applicable European laws or directi es
with respect to safety, health, en ironment and consumer
protections.
Note: Full ATM3500A specifications are included in Appendix A.
1.7 Inspection
Your product package is supplied with the following items:
One ATM3500A Multimeter unit. (224mm x 113mm x 373mm,
approx. 4.3 Kg)
One power line cord.
One USB cable.
Standard Test Leads1
One CD (including this electronic User's Manual and software
applications).
Optional accessories as you ordered. (Refer to the section 1.8
“Accessories”)
1. The ATM3500A is pro ided with a Standard Test lead set, described
below.
Test Lead Ratings:
IEC 61010-031 CAT III
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Operating Voltage: 1000V DC
Current: 10 Ampers
UL/CE Rated
Material:
Probe Body: Outer Insulation-Santoprene Rubber.
Banana Plug: Body Brass, Nickel Plated Spring Beryllium Copper, Nickel
Plated.
Insulation: Polypropylene Resin Flasme Retardant Grade 2038.
Others
If any part of the Test Lead Set is damaged, please do not use and replace
with a new set.
Warning: If you use the Test Lead Set which is not qualified y※
ATTEN.EU Corp., the protection of the Test Lead Set could e
impaired. In addition, please don’t use a damaged Test Lead Set
against the instrument reak or personal injury.
1.8 Accessories
The following accessories are a ailable from ATTEN.EU for use with the
Model ATM3500A. Please refer to the following Ta le 1-1.
Ta le 1-1
Part Name Part Num er
10-Channel Multi-point Scanner Card M3500-opt01
Thermocouple adapter M3500-opt02
Adapters (Banana to BNC Adapter) M3500-opt03
GPIB Card M3500-opt04
RTD Probe Adapter M3500-opt05
RS232 Adapter M3500-opt06
Kel in Probe M3500-opt07
4-Wire Test Leads M3500-opt08
20-Channel Multi-point Scanner Card M3500-opt09
Shorting Plug M3500-opt10
K Type Thermocouple Lead M3500-opt11
10-Channel TC-Scanner Card M3500-opt12
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1.9 ATM3500A’s Dimension
Please get the dimension’s information in the following different ways.
1. The dimension without the handle and the front & Rear Bumpers is
in the following Picture 1. (LxWxD - 213.6x88.6x370 mm)
2. The dimension with the handle and the front & Rear Bumpers is in
the following Picture 2. (LxWxD - 255x113x373 mm)
3. The dimension with the front & Rear Bumpers, but without the
handle is in the following Picture 3. (LxWxD - 224x113x373 mm)
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2 Overview
This chapter will gi e you an o er iew of ATM3500A’s basic features
and guide you through the basics of ATM3500A digital multimeter. You
will become familiar with those features after reading this chapter.
2.1 Setting up Your ATM3500A Digital
Multimeter
You may want to check if your multimeter is ready for measurement.
In fact, all of the ATTEN.EU products are inspected perfectly before
being shipped to our customers. If you find any damaged or missing
parts, please contact your local ser ice representati e immediately and
do not attempt to operate the damaged product. If ha ing any doubt
of your products, you are encouraged to contact the local ser ice
representati e.
2.1.1 To adjust the handle
You may adjust the carrying handle to suit your needs. The following
figures show you how to adjust the handle.
I. Taking off the handle from the Multimeter
【Step 1】(Turn up the handle)
Pull slightly outward on both sides of the handle and slowly rotate it up
as shown in Figure 1-1.
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Figure 1-1
【Step 2】(Pull out the handle)
When the handle is turned up to 90° with the multimeter please pull
out the handle from the multimeter as shown in Figure 1-2.
Figure 1-2
Ⅱ. Adjusting the position for your convenience
Here are some referable positions for your reference.
【Position 1】
The default position is for packing as shown in Figure 1-3。
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Figure 1-3
【Position 2】
The adjusted position is for operation as shown in Figure 1-4。
Figure 1-4
【Position 3】
The carrying position is with the handle as shown in Figure 1-5。
Figure 1-5
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2.1.2 To connect the power
Check the power-line oltage on the rear panel to see if oltage setting
is correct for your area. Change the setting if it is not correct or the
fuse is broken. Please follow the steps below.
2.1.2.1 To convert the voltage
Warning! In some areas, the power supplied oltage is 240V or
120V; in others, the power supplied oltage is 220 V or 100 V. Please
refer to your local power supplied oltage to see if you ha e the right
setting.
Warning! Before changing the setting, make sure the multimeter
is disconnected from the AC power. An incorrect oltage setting may
cause se ere damage to your instrument.
Warning! The power cord supplied with ATM3500A contains a
separate ground wire for use with grounded outlets. When proper
connections are made, instrument chassis is connected to power line
ground through the ground wire in the power cord. Failure to use a
grounded outlet may result in personal injury or death due to electric
shock.
Suppose your condition is in AC 100V and you want to con ert the
oltage to the 220V. Follow these steps to change the oltage setting.
【Step 1】
Verify that the meter is disconnected as shown in Figure 2-1.
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Figure 2-1
【Step 2】
Open the oltage setting selector cap as shown in Figure 2-2. (You
might need a screwdri er to do so.)
Figure 2-2
【Step 3】
Remo e the red oltage setting selector from the right middle seam as
shown in Figure 2-3. (You might need a screwdri er to do so.)
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Figure 2-3
【Step 4】
Turn it o er to 220V position as shown in Figure 2-4.
Figure 2-4
【Step 5】
Insert the oltage setting selector back into the socket and close the
cap as shown in Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-5
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2.1.2.2 To change the fuse
Warning! Before replacing the power-line fuse, make sure the
multimeter is disconnected from the AC power. You must be a qualified
personnel to perform this action.
Warning! For continued protection against fire or instrument
damage, only replace fuse with the same type and rating. If the
instrument repeatedly blows fuses, locate and correct the cause of the
trouble before replacing the fuse.
Verify that the power-line fuse is good. Replace the fuse if it is
damaged. Use only the same type and same rating fuse noted on the
rear panel. Please follow the steps below to change the fuse.
【Step 1】
Verify that the meter is disconnected as shown in Figure 2-6.
Figure 2-6
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【Step 2】
Open the oltage setting selector cap as shown in Figure 2-7. (You
might need a screwdri er to do so.)
Figure 2-7
【Step 3】
Remo e the red oltage setting selector from the right middle seam as
shown in Figure 2-8. (You might need a screwdri er to do so.)
Figure 2-8
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【Step 4】
Remo e the broken fuse from the selector as shown in Figure 2-9.
Figure 2-9
【Step 5】
Replace with the new fuse as shown in Figure 2-10.
Figure 2-10
【Step 6】
Insert the oltage setting selector back into the socket and close the
cap as shown in Figure 2-11.
Figure 2-11
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