Fluke 5730A User manual

August 2013 Rev. 2, 7/23
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5730A
Multifunction Calibrator
Operators Manual

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OPERATOR SAFETY
SUMMARY
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
is used in the operation of this equipment
LETHAL VOLTAGE
may be present on the terminals, observe all safety precautions!
To prevent electrical shock hazard, the operator should not electrically contact the
output HI or sense HI terminals or circuits connected to these terminals. During
operation, lethal voltages of up to 1100 V ac or dc may be present on these
terminals.
When the nature of the operation permits, keep one hand away from equipment to
reduce the hazard of current flowing through vital organs of the body.

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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
1 Introduction ......................................................................................... 1-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 1-1
Safety Information ............................................................................................. 1-3
How to Contact Fluke Calibration ..................................................................... 1-3
Instruction Manuals ........................................................................................... 1-3
Wideband AC Voltage Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05)..................... 1-4
Auxiliary Amplifiers.......................................................................................... 1-4
5725A Amplifier ........................................................................................... 1-5
52120A Amplifier ......................................................................................... 1-5
Support Equipment and Services....................................................................... 1-5
732B Direct Voltage Reference Standard ..................................................... 1-6
732B-200 Direct Volt Maintenance Program (USA Only) ........................... 1-6
742A Series Resistance Standards................................................................. 1-6
Wideband AC Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05)
Calibration Support ....................................................................................... 1-6
The Components of the Calibrator..................................................................... 1-7
Specifications..................................................................................................... 1-7
Specification Confidence Levels ................................................................... 1-7
Use of Absolute and Relative Accuracy Specifications ................................ 1-8
Use of Secondary Performance Specifications.............................................. 1-8
2 Installation ........................................................................................... 2-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 2-1
Unpack and Inspect the Calibrator..................................................................... 2-1
Placement and Rack Mounting .......................................................................... 2-2
Cooling Considerations...................................................................................... 2-2
Mains Voltage Selection.................................................................................... 2-3
Connect to Mains Power.................................................................................... 2-4
Connect a 5725A Amplifier............................................................................... 2-4
Connect a 52120A Amplifier............................................................................. 2-4

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3 Features ............................................................................................... 3-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 3-1
Front-Panel Features .......................................................................................... 3-1
Rear-Panel Features ........................................................................................... 3-5
4 Front-Panel Operation......................................................................... 4-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 4-1
Turn on the Calibrator........................................................................................ 4-2
Warmup ............................................................................................................. 4-2
Product Use........................................................................................................ 4-2
Reset the Calibrator ........................................................................................... 4-3
Operate and Standby Modes .............................................................................. 4-3
Connect the Calibrator to a UUT ....................................................................... 4-4
Recommended Cable and Connector Types.................................................. 4-4
When to Use External Sensing ...................................................................... 4-6
When to Use the External Voltage Guard ..................................................... 4-6
Four-Wire Vs. Two-Wire Resistance Connections ....................................... 4-6
Cable Connection Instructions....................................................................... 4-7
Set the Output .................................................................................................... 4-14
DC Voltage Output........................................................................................ 4-16
AC Voltage Output........................................................................................ 4-17
DC Current Output ........................................................................................ 4-19
AC Current Output ........................................................................................ 4-21
Resistance Output.......................................................................................... 4-23
Wideband AC Voltage Output (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05) ................. 4-26
Variable Phase Output ....................................................................................... 4-28
Phase Locking to an External Signal ................................................................. 4-29
Auxiliary Amplifier Use .................................................................................... 4-30
5725A Amplifier Output ............................................................................... 4-31
52120A Transconductance Amplifier Output ............................................... 4-32
Error Mode Operation........................................................................................ 4-32
Error Mode Overview.................................................................................... 4-33
Enter Error Mode ...................................................................................... 4-33
Exit Error Mode ........................................................................................ 4-33
Use Error Mode......................................................................................... 4-34
Read the UUT Error: AC and DC Voltage and Current Output.................... 4-34
Read the UUT Error: Resistance Output ....................................................... 4-35
Introduction to Offset, Scale, and Linearity Errors............................................ 4-35
Offset Error.................................................................................................... 4-36
Scale Error..................................................................................................... 4-36
Linearity Error ............................................................................................... 4-37
Combine the Error Types .............................................................................. 4-38
Program an Offset.............................................................................................. 4-39
Program a Scale Factor ...................................................................................... 4-40
Linearity Check with Offset and Scale .............................................................. 4-41
Set up the Calibrator .......................................................................................... 4-45
Setup Menu.................................................................................................... 4-45
Setup Menu Rules.......................................................................................... 4-46
Menu Description .......................................................................................... 4-47
Touchscreen Selections ................................................................................. 4-47
Instrument Setup ................................................................................................ 4-51
Uncertainty Information Menu...................................................................... 4-52
Set Output Limits .......................................................................................... 4-53
Select Boost Amplifiers................................................................................. 4-54

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Error Reference ............................................................................................. 4-54
Instrument Settings ............................................................................................ 4-56
Set the Internal Clock/Calendar..................................................................... 4-56
Language ....................................................................................................... 4-57
Display Brightness......................................................................................... 4-57
About This Instrument................................................................................... 4-57
5 Remote Interface Setup ...................................................................... 5-1
GPIB (IEEE-488) Interface................................................................................ 5-2
Use the IEEE-488 Port for Remote Control .................................................. 5-2
IEEE-488 Bus Restrictions............................................................................ 5-2
Bus Setup Procedure...................................................................................... 5-2
IEEE-488 Interface Configuration................................................................. 5-3
Bus Communication Overview ..................................................................... 5-3
RS-232 Serial Interface...................................................................................... 5-4
Use the RS-232 Port for Remote Control...................................................... 5-4
RS-232 Interface Specifications .................................................................... 5-4
Set Up and Connect the Serial Interface........................................................ 5-5
Serial Remote Control Setup Procedure........................................................ 5-6
Exceptions for Serial Remote Control........................................................... 5-6
Ethernet Interface............................................................................................... 5-7
Set Up and Connect the Ethernet Interface ................................................... 5-7
Set the IP Address ......................................................................................... 5-7
Select the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) ........................... 5-7
Set a Static Internet Address.......................................................................... 5-8
Configure the General Network Socket Port................................................. 5-8
Configure the LAN Default Gateway............................................................ 5-9
Set the LAN Subnet Mask............................................................................. 5-9
Read the MAC Address................................................................................. 5-9
Establish an Ethernet Connection ...................................................................... 5-10
Terminate an Ethernet Connection ................................................................ 5-10
Use of Ethernet Remote Control ................................................................... 5-10
Use of USB 2.0 Remote Control........................................................................ 5-11
6 Remote Commands and Syntax......................................................... 6-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 6-1
Parameter Syntax Rules................................................................................. 6-1
Extra Space Characters.................................................................................. 6-2
Terminators.................................................................................................... 6-2
Incoming Character Processing ..................................................................... 6-3
Response Message Syntax............................................................................. 6-3
Input Buffer Operation....................................................................................... 6-3
Commands ......................................................................................................... 6-4
Multiple Commands ...................................................................................... 6-4
Coupled Commands ...................................................................................... 6-4
Sequential and Overlapped Commands......................................................... 6-5
Commands Ignored When Not in Remote .................................................... 6-5
Commands that Require the Calibration Security Passcode.......................... 6-5
Long Term Commands.................................................................................. 6-5
Definition: Queries and Commands .............................................................. 6-6
Functional Elements of Commands............................................................... 6-6
Interface Messages (IEEE-488 Only)............................................................ 6-8
Use of *OPC?, *OPC, and *WAI.................................................................. 6-10
Local-to-Remote State Transitions .................................................................... 6-48

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Check the Calibrator Status ............................................................................... 6-50
Status Byte Register ...................................................................................... 6-52
Service Request Line (SRQ) ..................................................................... 6-52
Service Request Enable Register............................................................... 6-52
Load the SRE ............................................................................................ 6-52
Event Status Register..................................................................................... 6-53
Bit Assignments for the ESR and ESE...................................................... 6-53
Read the ESR and ESE ............................................................................. 6-54
Load the ESE............................................................................................. 6-54
Instrument Status Register............................................................................. 6-54
Instrument Status Change Register................................................................ 6-54
Instrument Status Change Enable Register ................................................... 6-54
Bit Assignments for the ISR, ISCR, and ISCE ......................................... 6-54
Read the ISR, ISCR, or ISCE.................................................................... 6-55
Load the ISCE........................................................................................... 6-55
Fault Queue ................................................................................................... 6-55
7 Operator Maintenance and Calibration ............................................. 7-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 7-1
Fuse Replacement .............................................................................................. 7-1
Clean the Air Filter ............................................................................................ 7-3
Clean the Exterior .............................................................................................. 7-4
User-Replaceable Parts ...................................................................................... 7-4
5730A Calibration.............................................................................................. 7-6
The Artifact Calibration Process ................................................................... 7-6
Establish Traceability .................................................................................... 7-7
Calibration Reports........................................................................................ 7-7
Range Adjustment ......................................................................................... 7-7
DC Zeros............................................................................................................ 7-7
Run DC Zeros................................................................................................ 7-7
DC Zeros Reminder....................................................................................... 7-8
Calibration ......................................................................................................... 7-8
Calibration Security Passcode ....................................................................... 7-9
Artifact Calibration........................................................................................ 7-9
When to Adjust Calibrator Accuracy ............................................................ 7-10
Calibration Procedure.................................................................................... 7-10
Range Adjustment.............................................................................................. 7-13
Calibrate the Wideband AC Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05)............. 7-17
Wideband Flatness Calibration Procedure......................................................... 7-18
Calibration Check .............................................................................................. 7-20
Develop a Performance History......................................................................... 7-21
Save Calibration Reports ................................................................................... 7-21
Calibration Shift Results................................................................................ 7-22
Calibration Check Shift Results .................................................................... 7-23
Raw Data Results .......................................................................................... 7-23
8 Options and Accessories ................................................................... 8-1
Introduction........................................................................................................ 8-1
Wideband AC Voltage Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05)..................... 8-1
Accessories ........................................................................................................ 8-1
Low Thermal EMF Test Leads...................................................................... 8-2
Rack Mount Kits............................................................................................ 8-3
Shielded IEEE-488 Interface Cables (Y8021 and Y8022) ............................ 8-3
DC Voltage Reference Standard (732B) ....................................................... 8-3

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1 Ωand 10 kΩResistance Standards (742A-1 and 742A-10k)..................... 8-3
5725A Amplifier ........................................................................................... 8-4
52120A Amplifier ......................................................................................... 8-4
Appendices
A Fault Codes.................................................................................................. A-1
B ASCII and IEEE-488 Bus Codes................................................................. B-1
C Glossary....................................................................................................... C-1

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Introduction
The Fluke Calibration 5730A Calibrator (the “Calibrator” or the “Product”) can calibrate
a wide variety of electrical measurement instruments. The 5730A Calibrator maintains a
high accuracy over a wide ambient temperature range. This accuracy lets the Calibrator
test instruments in any environment, and eliminates the restrictions to calibrate only in a
temperature-controlled standards laboratory. The Calibrator can calibrate precision
multimeters that measure ac or dc voltage, ac or dc current, and resistance. The Calibrator
also is available with a Wideband AC Voltage option which extends this workload to
include RF voltmeters.
Specifications are provided at the end of this chapter. The 5730A Calibrator is a fully-
programmable precision source of:
•DC voltage to 1100 V
•AC voltage to 1100 V, with output available from 10 Hz to 1.2 MHz
•AC and DC current to 2.2 A, with output available from 10 Hz to 10 kHz
•Resistance in values from 1 Ωto 100 MΩ, plus a short
•Optional wideband ac voltage from 300 μV to 3.5 V into 50 Ω(-57 dBm to
+24 dBm), 10 Hz to 30 MHz (5730A/03) or 50 MHz (5730A/05)
Features of the 5730A Calibrator include:
•Internal environmentally-controlled references that let the Calibrator maintain full
performance over a wide ambient temperature range.
•Automatic meter error calculation obtained through the use of a simple output adjust
knob.
•Keys that multiply and divide the output value by 10. This simplifies work on meters
with calibration points at decade multiples of a fraction of full-scale.
•Programmable entry limits used to restrict the levels that can be entered into the
Calibrator. This prevents access to levels that may be harmful to equipment or
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•Continuous display of Calibrator specifications at the selected operation point,
calibration interval, and specification confidence level.
•An auxiliary current binding post to calibrate meters with separate current inputs
without the need to move cables.
•Real-time clock and calendar for date stamping reports and reminders issued to
perform the dc zeros calibration procedure within the required interval.
•Offset and scaling modes that simplify linearity tests of multimeters.
•Variable phase reference signal output and phase-lock input.
•Interface for the Fluke Calibration 5725A Amplifier.
•Interface for the Fluke Calibration 52120A Amplifier.
•Standard IEEE-488 (GPIB) interface, that complies with ANSI/IEEE Standards
488.1-1987 and 488.2-1987.
•EIA/TIA-574 Standard RS-232 serial data interface for remote control of the
Calibrator.
•Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 high-speed interface device port for remote control of
the Calibrator.
•Integrated 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet port for network connection remote control
of the Calibrator.
•Extensive internal self-testing and diagnostics of analog and digital functions
•USB Host port to save calibration reports to a flash drive.
•Visual Connection Management output terminals illuminate to help show correct
cable connection configurations.
•Soft Power - automatic selection of line voltage/frequency.
•LCD Color VGA display with touch panel overlay.
•A traceable calibration procedure for all modes and ranges that requires only 10 V,
1 Ω, and 10 kΩexternal standards, with only occasional independent verification.
•Automated calibration check that provides added confidence between calibration
recalls, and data that can be used to document and characterize Calibrator
performance between calibration recalls.

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Safety Information
General Safety Information is in the printed Safety Information document that shipped
with the Product. More specific safety information is listed where applicable.
A Warning identifies conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the user. A
Caution identifies conditions and procedures that can cause damage to the Product or
the equipment under test.
How to Contact Fluke Calibration
Fluke Corporation operates worldwide. For local contact information, go to our website:
www.flukecal.com.
To register your product, view, print, or download the latest manual or manual
supplement, go to our website.
[phone]
[email protected].
Instruction Manuals
The 5730A Calibrator ships with:
•5730A Safety Information
•For complete Product use information, see the 5730A Operators Manual at
www.flukecal.com.
•For complete specifications, see the 5730A Specifications at www.flukecal.com.
•For service information, see the 5730A Service Manual at www.flukecal.com.
To order, refer to the Fluke Calibration Catalog or contact a Fluke Calibration sales
representative. See “How to Contact Fluke Calibration”.
This manual provides complete information to install and operate the 5730A Calibrator
from the front panel or with remote commands. It also provides a glossary of calibration-
related terms as well as general items such as specifications and error code information.

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Wideband AC Voltage Module (Option 5730A/03 or
5730A/05)
The Wideband AC Voltage Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05) can be installed in
the 5730A Calibrator. The module is a high-accuracy, low-noise, extremely flat ac
voltage source to calibrate RF voltmeters, with a frequency range of 10 Hz to 30 MHz
(5730A/03) or 50 MHz (5730A/05). Output is in seven ranges from 300 μV (-57 dBm) to
3.5 V (+24 dBm) through a Type-N coaxial connector into a 50 Ωload. The output level
is selected in volts or dBm through either the front panel controls or under remote
control.
The wideband module also functions with the Calibrator output adjust controls that
display the error of a wideband meter in either percentage of output or in decibels.
Included with the wideband module is a Type-N output cable, a 50 Ωterminator, an N(f)
to BNC(m) adapter, and a BNC(f) to double banana plug adapter. The wideband module
is calibrated to the end of its standard-equipment output cable.
Auxiliary Amplifiers
The Fluke Calibration Model 5725A and 52120A amplifiers are available to extend the
high voltage performance and current range of the 5730A Calibrator.
Interface connectors on the Calibrator rear panel accept cables to directly operate a
5725A and/or 52120A. Multiple amplifiers can be connected to the Calibrator at the same
time, but only one output can be active at a time. Once the amplifiers are connected and
configured in the Product Setup Menu, amplifier operation is controlled by the Calibrator.
A maximum of three 52120As can be connected to provide a maximum of 360 A rms ac
or 300 A dc current when their outputs are connected in parallel.
See Chapter 4 for instructions to operate both amplifiers. The general specifications at the
end of this chapter include specifications to operate the 5730A Calibrator with both
amplifiers. For other amplifier specifications, refer to their instruction manuals. Table 1-1
summarizes the extended capabilities offered by the 5725A and 52120A. Brief
descriptions of the extended capabilities follow.
Table 1-1. Auxiliary Amplifier Data
Model Mode Range
5725A Amplifier
AC Volts
20 V rms to 1100 V rms up to 70 mA, 40 Hz to
30 kHz (50 mA < 5 kHz)
220 V rms to 750 V rms up to 70 mA, 30 kHz to
100 kHz
DC Amps 0 A to ±11 A
AC Amps 1 A rms to 11 A rms, 40 Hz to 10 kHz
52120A
Transconductance
Amplifier [1]
DC Amps 0 A to ±100 A
AC Amps 0.2 A rms to 120 A rms, 10 Hz to 10 kHz
[1] Up to three 52120As may be connected, providing a total current of up to 300 A dc or 360 A rms.

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5725A Amplifier
The Fluke Calibration 5725A Amplifier is an external unit that operates under calibrator
control. It extends ac voltage drive capabilities and both ac and dc current output range.
The amplifier adds these capabilities to the 1100 V ac range of the 5730A Calibrator with
no compromise in accuracy:
•Frequency limits at higher voltage increase to 100 kHz at 750 V, 30 kHz at 1100 V.
•Load limit increases to 70 mA for frequencies above 5 kHz.
•Capacitive drive increases to 1000 pF, subject to the maximum output current.
A separate set of binding posts on the front panel of the 5725A supplies extended-range
ac and dc current outputs. Since most meters have a separate input terminal for the high-
current ranges, this eliminates the need to change cables during a procedure. The 5725A
can also be configured to source all current (both standard calibrator-generated current
and its own current) through the 5725A binding posts.
52120A Amplifier
The Fluke Calibration 52120A Transconductance Amplifier is an external unit that
operates under calibrator control to extend the ac and dc current output range of the
5730A Calibrator. A maximum of three 52120A amplifiers can be connected, as much as
tripling the current output available. The 52120A amplifier can:
•Accept full scale dc or ac inputs of 2 volts or 200 mA from any calibrator, signal
generator or power supply
•Deliver proportional output current in ranges of 2 A, 20 A or 120 A at frequencies to
10 kHz
•Offer enhanced accuracy to 140 ppm when used in closed-loop mode with a 6105A
Electrical Power Standard
•Operate in parallel with one or two other 52120As to deliver 240 A or 360 A
•Source current with compliance voltage of 4.5 V rms or 6.4 V peak
•Drive inductive loads to 1 mH
•Drive optional current coils to deliver test currents of 3000 A or 6000 A
Support Equipment and Services
Fluke Calibration supports calibration requirements with precision, high-quality
equipment and a wide range of services. Depending on the calibration needs, location,
and capabilities, the 5730A Calibrator can be supported independently or with Fluke
Calibration services for part, or all support needs. The subsequent paragraphs describe the
support equipment and services offered by Fluke Calibration for the Calibrator. For
specifications and ordering instructions for this support equipment and other Fluke
Calibration instruments, refer to the Fluke Calibration catalog, or contact a representative
at a Fluke Calibration Sales and Service Center. See “How to Contact Fluke Calibration”.

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732B Direct Voltage Reference Standard
The Fluke Calibration 732B is a rugged, easily transported solid state direct voltage
reference standard with a highly predictable 10 V output. The 732B can be short-
circuited, even for extended periods of time, without damage or loss of stability. It
maintains full specified stability over a temperature span of 18 °C to 28 °C.
The 5730A Calibrator uses a 10 V reference standard such as the Fluke Calibration 732B
in its semi-automated calibration procedure to establish external voltage traceability.
Chapter 7 describes this procedure.
732B-200 Direct Volt Maintenance Program (USA Only)
The Fluke Calibration 732B-200 Direct Volt Maintenance Program provides laboratories
with NIST-traceable 10 V calibration uncertainty as low as 0.6 parts per million (ppm).
The program maintains the 732B that is kept in the laboratory. To do this:
1. Fluke Calibration sends a calibrated Fluke Calibration-owned 732B standard,
together with all-necessary connection cables and instructions for comparison with a
customer 10 V reference standard.
2. The customer takes a series of readings over five days, and returns the results to the
Fluke Calibration Standards Laboratory.
3. The Fluke Calibration Standards Laboratory assigns a value to the customer 10 V
standard relative to the NIST legal volt and sends a report of calibration.
742A Series Resistance Standards
The 5730A Calibrator uses 1 Ωand 10 kΩresistor standards such as the 742A Series in
its semi-automated calibration procedure to establish external traceability of resistance
and current. Chapter 7 describes this procedure.
The 742A Resistance Standards are constructed of arrays of Fluke Calibration wirewound
precision resistors and are ideally suited as support standards for the Calibrator. Stability
of the resistance transfer standards and their temperature coefficients make them ideal for
easy transport to the Calibrator work environment.
Wideband AC Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05) Calibration Support
The Wideband AC Module (Option 5730A/03 or 5730A/05) requires two kinds of
calibration: gain and flatness. Gain constants are checked and recalibrated as part of the
normal 5730A Calibrator semi-automated calibration process.
Since frequency flatness is determined by such stable parameters as circuit geometry and
dielectric constants, flatness of the Wideband AC Module has excellent long-term
stability. This stability gives the Wideband AC Module a two-year calibration cycle for
flatness calibration. Flatness calibration is required only infrequently, and can be done
when the Calibrator is returned to a standards laboratory for periodic verification.
Chapter 7 of this manual contains the wideband gain and flatness calibration procedures.

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The Components of the Calibrator
The 5730A Calibrator is configured internally as an automated calibration system, with
process controls and consistent procedures. Internal microprocessors control all functions
and monitor performance with the use of a switching matrix to route signals between
modules. Complete automatic internal diagnostics, both analog and digital, confirm
operational integrity.
Reference amplifiers maintain dc accuracy and stability. Reference amplifiers have the
lowest noise and best stability. Reference amplifiers in the Calibrator go through special
selection processes that include long-term aging to ensure high reliability and
performance well within specifications.
The Calibrator achieves its exceptional ac voltage accuracy by the use of a patented Fluke
Calibration rms sensor to make real-time ac/dc comparison measurements. The Fluke
Calibration rms sensor is similar in principle to the traditional thermal voltage converter,
but has a shorter time constant, virtually no reversal error, higher signal-to-noise ratio,
and better frequency response. In the Calibrator, one Fluke Calibration rms sensor serves
as an ac/dc or ac/ac transfer standard to develop gain and flatness correction constants
during calibration. The second Fluke Calibration rms sensor continuously monitors and
corrects output voltage during operation.
A patented 26-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) lets the Calibrator precisely vary its
output. This is a pulse-width-modulated DAC with linearity typically better than 0.2 ppm
of full scale. As with the other internal functions, the linearity of the DAC is
automatically checked during calibration and analog diagnostics.
Specifications
Complete specifications are at www.flukecal.com.
The 5730A Calibrator is verified and calibrated at the factory prior to shipment to ensure
it meets the accuracy standards necessary for all certified calibration laboratories. By
calibrating to the specifications in this chapter, the high-performance level can be
maintained throughout the life of the Calibrator.
Specifications are valid after a warm-up period of twice the time the Calibrator has been
turned off, up to a maximum of 30 minutes. For example, if the Calibrator has been turned off
for five minutes, the warm-up period is 10 minutes.
Specification Confidence Levels
5730A Calibrator performance level is ensured by regular calibration to the primary
performance specifications. These specifications are provided at both the 99 % and 95 %
confidence levels. Calibration at the 99 % confidence level is guaranteed by calibration at
Fluke Calibration and Fluke Calibration Service Centers. For information on selecting the
confidence level, refer to Chapter 4.
The tables in this chapter provide specifications at both the 95 % and 99 % confidence
levels for the Calibrators. Included with these tables are operating specifications for use
of the Calibrator with the Wideband AC Module (Option 5730A/03) and the 5725A and
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Use of Absolute and Relative Accuracy Specifications
To evaluate the 5730A Calibrator coverage of the calibration workload, use the Absolute
Accuracy specifications. Absolute accuracy includes stability, temperature coefficient,
linearity, line and load regulation, and the traceability to external standards. It is not
necessary to add anything to absolute accuracy to determine the ratios between the
Calibrator specifications and the tolerance requirements of the calibration workload.
Relative accuracy specifications are provided for enhanced accuracy applications. These
specifications apply when range constants are adjusted (see “Range Adjustment” in
Chapter 7). To calculate absolute accuracy, combine the uncertainties of the external
standards and techniques with relative accuracy.
The accuracy specifications can be used to determine the component of instrumental
uncertainty for a particular measurement condition at time of use. When the Calibrator is
correctly calibrated, the specifications may be applied to subsequent uncertainty analyses
as a Type B evaluation of measurement uncertainty. This is estimated as a normal
distribution with a coverage factor of K=2.58. Instrumental measurement uncertainty is
one of many contributors that must be considered in a thorough uncertainty analysis.
Use of Secondary Performance Specifications
Secondary performance specifications and operating characteristics are included in
uncertainty specifications. They are provided for special calibration requirements such as
stability or linearity tests.

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Chapter 2
Installation
Introduction
XWWarning
The Product can supply lethal voltages to the binding posts.
Read this chapter before you use the Product.
This chapter has instructions to unpack and install the 5730A Calibrator. The procedures
for line voltage selection and connection to mains power are provided here.
Instructions for cable connections, other than line power connection, can be found in
these chapters of the manual:
•UUT (Unit Under Test) connections: Chapter 4
•Remote interface connection (IEEE-488/RS-232/USB/LAN): Chapter 5
•Option 5730/03 and 5730/05 Wideband AC Module connection: Chapter 4
•Auxiliary amplifier connections: Chapter 4
Unpack and Inspect the Calibrator
The 5730A Calibrator ships in a container that prevents shipping damage. Inspect the
Calibrator carefully for damage, and immediately report any damage to the shipper.
Instructions for inspection and claims are included in the shipping container.
When the Calibrator is unpacked, check for all the standard equipment listed in Table 2-1
and check the shipping order for additional items ordered. See Chapter 8 for information
about options and accessories. Report any shortage to the place of purchase or to the
nearest Fluke Calibration Service Center. See “How to Contact Fluke Calibration” if
necessary. If performance tests are necessary for your acceptance procedure, they can be
found in Chapter 7.

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If it is necessary to reship the Calibrator, use the original container. A new container can
be ordered from Fluke Calibration. See “How to Contact Fluke Calibration” if necessary.
Table 2-1. Standard Equipment
Item Model or Part Number
Calibrator 5730A
Mains Power Cord See Table 2-2 and Figure 2-1
5730A Safety Information 5589271
Certificate of Calibration No part number
Placement and Rack Mounting
Put the 5730A Calibrator on top of a bench or mount in a standard-width, 24-inch
(61-cm) deep equipment rack. For bench-top use, the Calibrator has non-slipping,
non-marring feet. To mount the Calibrator in an equipment rack, use the Rack Mount
Kit (Model Y5737) or the Rack Ear Kit (Model Y5738). Instructions are included
with the kit.
XWWarnings
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury, do
not restrict access to the Calibrator mains power cord. The
mains power cord is the mains disconnecting device. If access
to the power cord is inhibited by rack mounting, a properly-
rated accessible mains disconnecting switch must be provided
within reach as part of the installation.
Cooling Considerations
WCaution
Damage caused by overheating can occur if the area around the
air intake is restricted, the intake air is too warm, or the air filter
becomes clogged.
Adhere to these rules to lengthen the life of the 5730A Calibrator and enhance its
performance:
•The area around the air filter must be at least 3 inches from nearby walls or rack
enclosures.
•The exhaust perforations on the sides of the Calibrator must be clear of obstructions.
•The air that enters the Calibrator must be room temperature. Make sure that exhaust
from another instrument is not directed into the fan inlet.
•Clean the air filter every 30 days or more frequently if the Calibrator is operated in a
dusty environment. Instructions for cleaning the air filter are in Chapter 7.