Fluke 45 user manual Function Buttons

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Volts DC

Amps DC

Resistance

Diode Test/Continuity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

A

FREQ

 

 

FUNCTION BUTTONS:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-Press to Select the Function Designated

Volts AC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amps AC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

45 DUAL DISPLAY MULTIMETER

 

 

 

 

 

Frequency

V

 

10A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

600V CAT I

!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAL

 

 

1000V CAT I

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ENABLE

 

 

COM

 

100

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

mA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FUSE F1

V

A

 

 

 

REL

dB

2ND

 

 

 

500 mA

 

 

 

 

 

 

F 250V

 

 

 

 

 

REF#

REF

LOCAL

 

 

FUSED

V

A

FREQ AUTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOLD

MN MX

RATE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMP

HI

LO

THRESH

ADDR

BAUD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

aam13f.eps

Figure 3-5. Function Selection Buttons

 

Table 3-2. Voltage Ranges and Full Scale Values

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fast Reading Rate

Medium Reading Rate

Slow Reading Rate

 

 

 

 

 

 

Range

Full Scale

Range

Full Scale

Range

Full Scale

 

 

 

 

 

 

300 mV

 

300.0 mV

 

 

 

3 V

 

3.000 V

 

 

 

30 V

 

30.00 V

 

 

 

300 V

 

300.0 V

 

 

 

1000 V*

 

1000 V*

 

 

 

* 750V for volts ac

 

 

 

 

300mV

3V

30V

300V

1000 V*

300.00mV

3.0000 V

30.000 V

300.00V

1000.0 V*

100mV

1000 mV

10V

100V

1000 V*

99.999 mV

999.99mV

9.9999 V

99.999 V

999.99V*

3-6

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Contents Dual Display Multimeter Limited Warranty & Limitation of Liability Declaration of the Manufacturer or Importer Table of Contents Applications Appendices List of Tables Page List of Figures Introduction Introducing the Fluke 45 Dual Display MultimeterOptions and Accessories Where to go from HereModel Accessories Description Maintenance Appendices Page Multimeter Safety Introduction Getting StartedFront Panel Using the Pushbuttons Turning the Meter onSummary of Basic Pushbutton Operations Selecting a Measurement Range Automatic Input Terminal SelectionTaking Some Basic Measurements Diode/Continuity Testing Measuring Voltage, Resistance, or FrequencyMeasuring Current Freq Continuity Testing Operating the Meter Under Battery Power Optional Rack MountingPage Operating the Meter From the Front Panel Front Panel OperationsDisplay Primary DisplaySecondary Display Remote SMF Input Terminals Input TerminalsAutoranging Selecting a Measurement FunctionRanging Input LimitsFunction Buttons Medium Reading Rate Range Full Scale Slow Reading Rate Range Full ScaleOhms Ranges and Full Scale Values Fast Reading Rate Frequency Ranges and Full Scale Values Slow and MediumMeasuring Frequency Manual RangingFrequency Ranging Frequency Sensitivity Selection Frequency Measurement RatesMeasuring Frequency of Current 100 mA and 10A Inputs Frequency Measurement RatesSelecting a Function Modifier Maximum Sinewave Inputs for Frequency Measurements RangeMaximim Input Voltage REL Relative Readings Modifier Function Modifier Selection ButtonsDB Decibels and Audio Power Modifier Reference Impedances in OhmsUsing Function Modifiers in Combination Hold Touch Hold ModifierMN MX Minimum Maximum Modifier Using the SButton Selecting a Measurement Rate RatePushbuttons 10. SButton OperationsUsing The Compare Comp Function List and Number EditorsUsing the List Editor Using the Number Editor Power-Up Configuration Factory Settings of Power-Up ConfigurationChanging the Power-Up Configuration 13. Power-Up Configuration Set at Factory Parameter ConfigurationsCalibration Using the Dual Display ApplicationsUsing Measurement Functions in Combination Dual Display Showing Volts AC and FrequencySample Dual Display Applications Primary Display ApplicationsDC Voltage and DC Current Measurement on Input Signal Response TimesHow the Meter Makes Dual Display Measurements Slow Rate Auto Single Range1 Range2 Medium Rate Fast Rate Slow Med FastUpdate Rate in the Dual Display Mode External TriggerThermal Voltages AllTrue RMS Measurements When Measuring ResistanceTwo-Wire Configuration Correcting for Test Lead ResistanceEffects of Internal Noise in AC Measurements Calculated AC + DC RMS MeasurementsWaveform Comparison True RMS vs. Average-Responding Meters True RMS Measurements Page Local and Remote Operations Computer InterfacesFactory Setting Setting Communication Parameters RS-232Factory Settings of RS-232 Communication Parameters Preparing the Meter for Operations via the RS-232 InterfaceRS-232 Print-Only Mode Character Echoing and Deletion Device Clear Using C Cntrl CCabling the Meter to a Host or Printer RS-232 RS-232 PromptsIEEE-488 Operating Limitations Installing the IEEE-488 InterfacePreparing the Meter to be Operated via IEEE-488 Interface Enabling the IEEE-488 InterfaceInstallation Test for IEEE-488 Operations Getting Started With An Installation TestInstallation Test for RS-232 Operations Cabling the Meter to a HostInput Strings How the Meter Processes InputIf Test Fails Input TerminatorsSending Command Strings to the Meter Typical IEEE-488 Input StringsSending Numeric Values to the Meter Page Typical IEEE-488 Input Strings How the Meter Processes Output Triggering OutputExternal Triggering from the Front Panel Setting the Trigger Type Configuration External Triggering via the Computer InterfaceTrigger Type Service Requests IEEE-488 Only and Status RegistersSettling Delay Rear TriggerEnable Register Read CommandWrite Command Status Register SummaryESB MAV 3 2 1 Event Status and Event Status Enable Registers Event Status and Event Status Enable RegistersDescription of Bits in ESR and ESE Bit No Name Status Byte RegisterReading the Status Byte Register True Set to 1 ConditionsService Request Enable Register Description of Bits in the Status Byte Register Bit No NameTrue Set to 1 Condition Computer Interface Command Set IEEE-488 Capabilities and Common CommandsIEEE-488 Common Commands IEEE-488 Interface Function Subsets10. IEEE-488 Common Commands Number StateFunction Commands and Queries Function Modifier Commands and Queries11. Function Commands and Queries Primary Secondary Display 12A. Reference Impedance Values Ref Impedance Command12. Function Modifier Commands and Queries Description Value Ref ImpedanceMIN Current Range Range and Measurement Rate Commands and QueriesOhms Range Frequency Range13. Range and Measurement Rate Commands and Queries Measurement Queries14. Measurement Queries Description 15. Compare Commands and Queries Description Compare Commands and QueriesTrigger Configuration Commands 16. Trigger Configuration Commands Description16A. Measurement Units Output with Format Miscellaneous Commands and Queries17. Miscellaneous Commands and Queries Description Measurement FunctionRS-232 Remote/Local Configurations 18. Remote/Local Configuration Commands DescriptionSample Program Using the RS-232 Computer Interface Sample Program for RS-232 Computer InterfaceSample Programs Using the IEEE-488 Computer Interface Sample Programs for IEEE-488 Computer InterfaceAam25s.tif Aam26s.tif Aam27s.tif Operating the Meter Using the Computer Interface Introduction Cleaning Line FuseTesting Current Input Fuses Current Input FusesReplacing the 100 mA Input Fuse Replacing the 10 a Input FuseFront Panel Input Terminal Self-Test Diagnostics and Error Codes Error No Self-Test Error Codes MeaningPerformance Tests Frequency ServiceInput Level Min MaxUsing decades 300 Ω Short 30 kΩ Performance Tests for mA Current Functions Replacement PartsReplacement Parts Min Max 29.982 30.018TM1 TM2 TM3 TM4 TM5 Appendices Page Display Counts and Reading Rates RS-232 and IEEE-488 Reading Transfer RatesResponse Times DC Voltage Normal Mode Rejection RatioCommon Mode Rejection Ratio Input ImpedanceMaximum Input Decibel ResolutionTrue RMS AC Voltage, AC-Coupled AccuracyMaximum Crest Factor Common Mode Rejection Ratio Decibel Reference ResistanceAC + DC Voltage Accuracy Range Slow DC CurrentAC Current AccuracyMaximum Crest Factor Maximum Input RangeFrequency Slow Accuracy Medium FastOhms Diode Test/ContinuityFrequency Sensitivity of AC VoltageSensitivity Level of AC Current Environmental General OptionsASCII/IEEE-488 Bus Codes Page ASCII/IEEE-488 Bus Codes B IEEE-488.2 Device Documentation Requirements Implementation of Ieee StandardNumeric Response Data Measurement *RDT and *RAT? commands are not implemented
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45 specifications

The Fluke 45 is a versatile and high-precision Digital Multimeter that is designed for a wide range of applications in electrical testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Known for its reliability and advanced features, the Fluke 45 is an essential tool for engineers, technicians, and professionals who require accurate measurement capabilities.

One of the standout features of the Fluke 45 is its ability to measure both AC and DC voltage and current. With a maximum input voltage of 1000 volts and current ranges up to 10 amps, users can conduct a variety of electrical tests with confidence. The device is equipped with an intuitive dual display, allowing for simultaneous viewing of multiple measurements. This feature enhances usability during complex diagnostics.

The Fluke 45 also boasts an impressive resolution of 0.1 mV and a basic accuracy of 0.25%, which translates to highly reliable readings. The auto-ranging capability simplifies the measurement process, automatically selecting the appropriate range based on the input signal, thus saving time and reducing user error.

In addition to voltage and current measurements, the Fluke 45 features resistance measurement capabilities, with a range of up to 40 MΩ. This makes it an effective tool for testing circuits, identifying faults, and ensuring the integrity of electrical systems. The continuity test function, complete with a built-in beeper, assists in quickly diagnosing wiring issues.

Another remarkable characteristic of the Fluke 45 is its frequency measurement capabilities, which can measure frequencies up to 1 MHz. This is particularly useful in applications involving signal analysis and troubleshooting oscillators.

Moreover, the Fluke 45 is designed with user convenience in mind. It is lightweight and portable, making it easy to carry around, whether on a job site or in a workshop. The rugged construction, reinforced with high-quality materials, ensures it can withstand harsh conditions often encountered in the field.

To enhance functionality, the Fluke 45 features a data hold function that freezes the displayed measurement for easier reporting. Additionally, it can store data for later retrieval, making it convenient for users who need to compile test results over time.

In summary, the Fluke 45 Digital Multimeter is an advanced instrument that combines precision, versatility, and user-friendly design. Its wide measurement capabilities, high accuracy, and durable build make it an invaluable tool for professionals in diverse electrical and electronic applications. Whether for routine maintenance or complex troubleshooting, the Fluke 45 stands out as a reliable partner in achieving accurate and efficient results.