PCE Instruments PCE-AMM 5 User manual

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PCE-AMM 5 Analogue Multimeter
User Manual
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Last change: 23 January 2020
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Contents
1Safety notes........................................................................................... 1
2Specifications........................................................................................2
3Safety Symbols ..................................................................................... 2
4Device Layout........................................................................................4
5Display Layout....................................................................................... 5
6Measuring procedure............................................................................ 5
6.1 DC Voltage Measurement (DCV) ..................................................................................... 5
6.2 AC Voltage Measurement (ACV)...................................................................................... 6
6.3 Current Measurement (DC mA)........................................................................................ 7
6.4 Resistance measurement (Ω)........................................................................................... 7
6.5 LED Measurement........................................................................................................... 8
6.6 Continuity Test................................................................................................................. 8
6.7 Audio Measurement (dB).................................................................................................. 9
7Warranty...............................................................................................10
8Disposal ...............................................................................................10

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1 Safety notes
Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use thedevice for the first time. The
device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel.
Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and
not covered by our warranty.
•The device must only be used as described inthis instruction manual.If used otherwise,
this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.
•The instrument may only be usedif the environmental conditions (temperature, relative
humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose
the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.
•Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.
•The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.
•Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.
•You must not make any technical changes to the device.
•The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner,
no abrasives or solvents.
•The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.
•Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not
use the device.
•Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.
•The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under
any circumstances.
•Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to
the user.
We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual.
We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of
business.
If you have any questions please contact PCE Instruments. The contact details can be found at
the end of this manual.

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2 Specifications
Measuring Function
DC
Measuring Range
Resolution
Input Impedance
0.1 V
± 5%
20 kΩ / DCV
0.5 V
± 3%
20 kΩ / DCV
2.5 V
± 3%
20 kΩ / DCV
10 V
± 3%
20 kΩ / DCV
50 V
± 3%
20 kΩ / DCV
250 V.
± 3%
9 kΩ / DCV
500 V.
± 3%
9 kΩ / DCV
AC
Measuring Range
10 V
± 4%
9 kΩ / ACV
50 V
± 4%
9 kΩ / AC
250 V.
± 4%
9 kΩ / AC
500 V.
± 4%
9 kΩ / AC
Measuring Function
Direct Current
Measuring Range
Resolution
Voltage drop
50 µA
± 3%
<0.6 V
2.5 mA
± 3%
<0.6 V
25 mA
± 3%
<0.6 V
250 mA
± 3%
<0.6 V
10 A
± 3%
<0.12 V
Resistance
Measuring Range
Accuracy
Central value
2 kΩ (RX1)
± 3%
20
20 kΩ (RX10)
± 3%
20
200 kΩ (RX100)
± 3%
20
2 MΩ (RX1k)
± 3%
20
20 MΩ (RX10k)
± 3%
20
More Specifications
Measurement Functions
ACV, DCV, DCA, Ω, dB, continuity test, diode test
Power Supply
1 x 9 V block battery, 2 x 1.5 V AA battery
Fuse
F0.5 A / 250 V, Ø5 x 20 mm
F10 A / 250 V, Ø5 x 20 mm
Operating conditions
0 ... 40°C, <70% RH non-condensing
Storage conditions
-10 ... 50°C, <70% RH non-condensing
Maximum working height
2000 meters
Safety
IEC61010-1, CAT III 600 V
Pollution degree
2
Dimensions
168 x 95 x 46 mm
Weight
approx. 320 g (without batteries)
3 Safety Symbols
There are several icons on the meter which mean the following:

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This icon can be found next to another symbol or a connection and is a
reference to the user manual.
This icon indicates that high voltage could be present. Shock hazard!
Double insulation
Earth (ground)
DC (direct current)
AC (alternating current)
Diode
Fuse
Battery
European Conformity

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4 Device Layout
1
Protective cover
5
Resistance Zero-Point Test
2
Display Cover
6
Function Dial
3
Pointer
7
Panel
4
Manual Pointer Adjust
8
Input Jacks
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

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5 Display Layout
9
Resistance scale
12
ACV scale
10
Mirror slot
13
DC mA Current scale
11
DC scale
14
DB scale
6 Measuring procedure
Warning
The input terminal may carry dangerous voltage. The operator should read the manual carefully
before use and always keep his/her finders behind the ring guard when measuring.
6.1 DC Voltage Measurement (DCV)
•Switch the device to DCV range
•Insert the test leads as shown in the figure below
•Select the appropriate voltage in the function dial (6)
•Measure the voltage and read the result on the DC scale (11)
10
9
11
12
13
14

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6.2 AC Voltage Measurement (ACV)
•Switch the device to ACV range
•Insert the test leads as shown in the figure below
•Select the appropriate voltage in the function dial (6)
•Measure the voltage and read the result on the AC scale (12)

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6.3 Current Measurement (DC mA)
Warning
When the device is set to the current measurement range (DC mA), then DCV and ACV should
not be tested, as it can cause damage to the device.
•Switch the device to DC mA range
•Insert the test leads as shown in the figure below
•Measure the current and read the result on the DC mA scale (13)
If measuring 10A:
•Switch the device to DC 10A range
•Insert the red test lead into the red 10A input jack
•Measure the current and read the result on the DC mA scale (13)
6.4 Resistance measurement (Ω)
Warning
When measuring resistance, make sure that the power of the circuit under test is turned off and
all capacitors are powered off before testing. Otherwise there is danger of electric shock and
damage to the device.
•Switch the device to Ωrange
•Adjust the pointer manually to zero (4)
•Insert the test leads as shown in the figure below
•Press the Resistance Zero-Point test button (5) to check if the pointer is at zero
Note
If the pointer cannot stay at zero even after adjustment, then the batteries are low and need
replacement.
•Measure the resistance and read the result on the resistance scale (Ω) (9)
•Check the zero point after every reading and readjust if necessary

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6.5 LED Measurement
•Switch the device to x10 on the resistance range (Ω)
•Insert the test leads as shown in the figure below
•Measure the current of the LED and read the result on the DC mA scale (13)
•LI reads the positive current. LV reads the positive voltage
6.6 Continuity Test
•Switch the device to /x1 Ωrange
•Adjust the pointer manually to zero (4)
•Insert the test leads as shown in the figure below
•Measure the resistance and read the result on the resistance scale (Ω) (9)
•If the resistance is below 100Ω the buzzer will sound

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6.7 Audio Measurement (dB)
The measurement method is similar to the method for measuring ACV. If the circuit under test
includes a DC part, a DC-blocking capacitor with a capacity of 0.1uF and a withstand voltage
greater than 500 should be connected in series.
•Switch the device to 10V on the ACV range
•Measure the dB and read the result on the dB scale (14)
The dB scale shows dB levels from -10bD to ~22dB. For ranges exceeding the scale, the actual
dBV should be converted according to the table below.
ACV
ADD
dB
10
0
-10~22
50
14
4~36
250
28
18~50
500
34
24~56

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7 Warranty
You can read our warranty terms in our General Business Terms which you can find here:
https://www.pce-instruments.com/english/terms.
8 Disposal
For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament
applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste.
They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use
them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.
For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with
your local waste regulations.
If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

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