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Test Products

International, Inc.

Headquarters:

9615 SW Allen Blvd.

Beaverton, OR 97005

USA

503-520-9197

Fax: 503-520-1225 email: [email protected]

Push Buttons

REC

COMP

REL%

Range

EDIT

Activates back light for LCD (automatically turns off after approx. 70 sec.)

Activates the Min/Max/Ave mode

Activates the Compare mode

Activates the REL% mode

Activates manual ranging

Activates the EDIT mode for Compare and

HOLD

Relative% functions

Activates two-hold data-hold mode

Activates special dual functions on LCD.

(Min/MAx time references)

ON/OFF Turns DMM on and off

Data-H Activates the data hold function

Rotary Switch

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V Selects the DCV function. Select the best range for the voltage to be measured

Selects the ACV function. Select the best

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V range for the voltage to be measured

Selects the DCA function. Select the best range for the current to be measured

Selects the ACA function. Select the best range for current to be measured

Selects resistance, diode, or continuity function

Turns the instrument off

Selects the DC mV function

Selects the DCV function

Selects the ACV function (Push the yellow button to display frequency of measured voltage on lower display a

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Input Jacks

A Red test lead connection for current measurements on the 2 and 10 ACA and

DCA functions mAµA Red test lead connection for current measurement on the mA and A DCA

COM and ACA functions

Black test lead connection for all

V functions

Red test lead connection for all OHM,

DCV, and ACV functions

International Symbols

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

AC (ALTERNATION CURRENT)

Rotary Switch cont’d

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Selects the diode test function

Selects resistance function. (Push the yellow button to activate continuity buzzer)

Selects the DC mA function

Selects the DCA function (10A max.)

Selects the ACA function (10A max.)

Selects the AC mA function

Selects the Capacitance function

Selects the Frequency function

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DOUBLE INSULATION

EITHER DC OR AC

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Test Products

International, Ltd.

342 Bronte St. South

Unit 9

Milton, Ontario L9T

5B7

Canada

905-693-8558

Fax: 905-693-0888 email: [email protected]

REFER TO INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Distributed By:

FUSE

DMM

FAQ

1. Is there a way to measure higher current with a TPI

DMM?

TPI DMMs (except the 120 and 126) have the capacity to read up to 10A

AC/DC. Optional adapters are available for all models to increase the current range. Our shunt adapters are available to increase the range up to 1,000A AC/DC.

2. What other adapters are available for TPI DMMs?

Various adapters including carbon monoxide (A771), pressure

(A620/630), and clamp-on low current (A254) are available. Contact

TPI for additional information.

3. Which of the TPI DMMs will measure temperature?

All TPI DMMs can measure temperature by using the optional A301 K-Type thermocouple temperature adapter.

4. Which TPI DMMs can measure DC millivolts?

All TPI DMMs measure millivolts.

Models are available with 1 or 0.1

millivolt resolution.

5. Which TPI DMMs can measure DC microamps?

The TPI 126, 133, 135, 153, 163, 183,

190, 194, 196, and 440 all have this capability.

6. Which TPI DMMs will measure capacitance?

The TPI 135, 183, 190, 192, 194, and

440 all have this capability.

Test Products

International UK Ltd.

Longley House, East Park

Crawley, West Sussex

RH10 6AP England

Tel: +44 (0)1293 561212

Fax: +44 (0)1293813465 [email protected]

To learn about the entire line of TPI products visit:

www.tpi-thevalueleader.com

L TAW DMM -1005

Copyright © 2005 Test Products International, Inc.

7. What is continuity?

Continuity refers to a test performed on wires and circuits to see if a break(open) exhists. If the wire or circuit is continuous, the resistance reading will be at or near zero.

The continuity range on a meter provides audible indication of a continuous circuit, allowing quicker tests without having to take your eyes off the circuit or wire under test.

DMM Selection Guide

Palm Size

100, 120, 122, 126

Full Size

133, 135, 153, 163,

183, 190, 192, 194,

196

True Rms

183, 190, 192, 194,

440

50,000 Count High

Resolution

190, 192, 194, 196

Wave Form Display

440

Process Loop

Calibration

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100 120 122 126 133 135 153 163 183 190 ~ 196 440

1. Determine the maximum over voltage installation category (CAT I ~ CAT IV) the multimeter will be used in and narrow your choice to those meters meeting the requirement. The Category rating for each meter is listed on page 2 in the specifications table.

2. Narrow your choice by selecting meters with the features required for your intended applications. For example, if your applications require a CAT III meter with true RMS, frequency, and RS232 output capabilities, the TPI 183 or TPI190 would be good choices. See applications listed below.

3. Finally, select a meter with enough range, accuracy, and resolution for the tests you will perform. For example: the TPI 183 and the TPI 190 meet your application needs, but you require precision high-resolution measurements. Then the 50,000 count TPI 190 would be the better choice.

True RMS Plus

Waveform

440

APPLICATIONS

The

Value

Leader

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See page 3 inside for ranges, specifications, and features.

Application

Thermocouples in furnaces and gas appliances •

Heat anticipator current in thermostats •

Line voltages

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Heating element resistance

Compressor winding resistance

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Use bar graph to indicate rapid fluctuations

Continuity of wiring

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Measure temperature * •

Measure True RMS of distorted or non-linear signals •

Measure line current up to 10 amps •

Test continuity of circuit breakers and fuses

Measure voltage of direct drive DC motors

Measure power supply voltage

Measure power supply current

High resolution, high accuracy

High resolution, high accuracy

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Process loop calibration

Power Quality

Audio

Video

Logic Tests

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TPI DIGITAL MULTIMETER TERMINOLOGY

CATEGORY RATINGS

>> Category I: Usually electronic equipment or equipment where measures have been taken to limit transient over voltages.

>> Category II: Single phase loads like appliance personal computers, television sets, and other household loads. Outlets located more than 30 feet from a CAT III source or more than 60 feet from a CAT IV source.

>> Category III: Distribution level fixed installations like distribution panel devices, short branch and feeder circuits, three phase loads, and single phase commercial lighting.

>> Category IV: Equipment and lines located on the power line side of a service panel or where a low voltage connection is made to utility power batter y operated

CAT I CAT II

three-phase motor/ conveyor

CAT III

underground ser vice

CAT IV

T erminology

>> Agency Approval: Test equipment with the CE or UL mark have passed through tests and are designed with operators safety in mind.

>> Record Mode: Record and display the minimum and maximum readings measured. This feature is useful when looking for trends over a long period of time.

>> Auto Range: Meter automatically selects the appropriate range after the function has been selected.

>> Backlight: Feature allowing the display to be illuminated for easier viewing in low light conditions.

>> Basic DC Accuracy: Important specification affecting the overall accuracy of all functions on a DMM.

>> Resolution: A measurement of how small of a signal a meter can display. This specification must be taken into account with accuracy to determine the overall capability of a DMM.

>> True RMS: Allows accurate measurement of non-sinusoidal AC voltage and current found in many control and switching power supply circuits.

>> Analog Bar Graph: Provides the ability to see rapidly changing signals too fast for the digital display to see.

>> Triple Display Simultaneosly display more than one reading at the same time. This feature is useful when measuring AC volts beacuse the frequency can be displayed at the same time without having to switch ranges

>> Sleep/Auto Off: Automatically powers instrument down after 30 minutes of inactivity to preserve battery life. Meters with sleep mode will still acquire data during this time

>> Data Hold: Freezes the reading on the display. This feature is useful when recording readings on paper or when in hard to see locations.

Triple display meters can hold two readings on the display at the same time.

>> Input Impedance: Total resistance of the meter as measured at the input terminals. Meters with high impedance, 10M Ω or more, cause negligible loading of the circuit under test. This is important because circuit loading can adversely influence the displayed reading and can cause damage to the circuit under test.

>> Record Mode: Record and display the minimum and maximum readings measured. This feature is useful when looking for trends over a long period of time.

>> Relative Mode: Displays measured value as a percentage of the stored value. This feature is useful for component checking.

>> Compare Mode: Compares measured value with stored value. This feature is useful when component matching.

>> Audible Continuity: Audible beep indicating a complete circuit connnection

>> RS-232 Output: Transfer data directly to a PC while performing tests

>> Process Output: Supply 0 ~ 24mADC for testing current loops and current loop devices

>> Waveform Display: The ability to see the actual waveform under test. This feature is useful for determining the quality of the input signal.

>> Duty Cycle: The total “on” time of the device under test. This feature is useful in preventing component overheating

>> Pulse Width: Measurement of the duration of a pulse. This feature is useful when testing pulse width modulation drive motors.

>> Logic Test: Measurement transitions of logic circuits. This feature is useful when testing CMOS and TTL logic circuits.

>> Two Hold System: Meters with this feature can hold two readings on the display at the same time

>> Digits: Total number of digits that can be displayed. For example, a

3½ digit meter can display a maximum of 1,999. A 3¾ digit meter can display a maximum of 3,999. This means the 3¾ digit meter has beter resolution capability.

>> Counts: Total number of display steps a meter has. This is determined by adding one to the maximum display value. For example, a 3½ digit meter can display a maximum of 1,999 and therefore has

2,000 count capability. Both digits and counts must be taken into account when determining resolution. In general, the more counts a meter has the higher the resolution will be.

TPI DIGITAL MULTIMETER SPECIFICATIONS

DMM Model Part Number

100 120 122 126 133 135 153 163 183 190 192 194 196 440

Range Selection

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Diode Test

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Data Hold

Two Hold System

Min/Max Record

Relative Mode

Compare Mode

RS-232 Output

Oscilloscope Functions

Duty Cycle

Pulse Width

Logic Test

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DC Voltage (maximum)

Input Impedance

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AC Voltage (maximum)

Input Impedance

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DC Amps (maximum)

Resolution (maximum)

AC Amps (maximum)

Resolution (maximum)

Resistance (maximum)

Resolution (maximum)

Frequency (maximum)

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Capacitance (maximum)

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0.5%

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10M Ω

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Agency Approval

CE IEC 1010

CULus 3111

CAT III CAT III CAT III CAT III

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CAT II

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