Fluke 1522 6 General Operation

6 General Operation

This sectionexplains the details of the operation of the 1522 with its compo-

nents and accessories.

6.1 Battery

The 1522 has abuilt-in nickel-metal-hydride battery pack that can power the

instrumentfor about 18 hours before needing to be recharged. The battery dis-

chargesmuch more quickly if the display backlight is used. The battery charge

remaining or themessage “External Power” is shownon the display when the

instrumentis switched on. The battery percentages are approximate and should

be used as generalguidelines when determining the length of charge remaining.

The battery is recharged in situ (whilein place) using the AC adapter.Plug the

ACadapter into an AC socket of the appropriate voltage as noted on the AC

adapter(normally 115V, optionally 230V). Connect the DC plug of the adapter

into theDC input of the 1522 located on the right side. The battery charges as

necessary whether or not the instrument is switched on. The powercontrol cir-

cuit inside the instrument manages battery charging and stops charging the bat-

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6 General Operation

Battery

Figure5 Battery Installation

Contents

Main Page Table of Contents 7 Display Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 8 Communications Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Page Figures and Tables 1 Before You Start 1.1 Symbols Used 1.2 Safety Information 1.2.1 WARNINGS 1.2.2 CAUTIONS 1.3 Authorized Service Centers Page 2 Introduction 3 Specifications and Environmental Conditions 3.1 Specifications 9 3 Specifications and Environmental Conditions Specifications 3.2 Environmental Conditions 3.3 Warranty Page 4 Quick Start 4.1 Unpacking 4.2 Use Proper Care with the 1522 and Accessories 4.3 Learn About the Features and Components 4.4 Connect the Probe 4.5 Connect the Power Source 4.6 Switch the Power On 4.7 Measure Temperature Page Page Page 5.2 Top and Side View 5.3 Back View 5.4 Internal Features 5.5 Accessories Page Page 6 General Operation 6.1 Battery 6.2 DC Power Source + 6.3 Power Button 6.4 Display and Backlight 6.5 Probe 6.6 INFO-CON Connector C1 and P1 terminalsand the other single wire to the C2 and P2 terminals (which areshorted together). 1522 Handheld Thermometer Readout Figure7 Probe Wiring Diagrams Short Two-wire Connection 7 Display Functions Each of these operating modes is described in the sections that follow. 7.1 Blank Mode This mode is identified by Blank that temporarily appears on the display. 7.2 Min/Max Mode 7.3 Demand Logging 7.3.1 Demand Log Label and Data Storage 7.3.2 Dump Data? 7.3.3 Clear Log? 7.4 Auto Logging 7.4.1 Clear Autolog? 7.4.2 Log Rate 7.4.3 Autolog Label 7.4.4 Autologged Data Storage 7.4.5 Dump Data? 7.5 Delta(x) Mode 7.6 Units 7.7 Rate 7.8 Resolution 7.9 CAL MODE Page 7.9.1 Mtr Due 7.9.2 Prb Due 7.9.3 Time 7.9.4 Passcode 7.9.5 Date 7.9.6 Probe Lock 7.9.7 Prb # 7.9.8 Prb Type 7.9.9 ITS-90 Page 7.9.10 IEC751 7.9.11 CVD 7.9.12 YSI-400 7.9.13 THERM 7.9.14 Probe Wires 7.9.15 PCal 7.9.16 PDue 7.9.17 Digital Filter 7.9.18 MCal 7.9.19 MDue 7.9.20 CAL1 and CAL2 8 Communications Interface 8.1 RS-232 Connection 8.2 Communication Command List 8.2.1 Primary Commands The followinggroup of commands read or set various functions. n 49 8 Communications Interface Communication Command List 8.2.2 Calibration Commands 51 8 Communications Interface Communication Command List 9 Calibration 9.1 Required Equipment 9.2 Calibration Procedure Page 10 Maintenance 11 Troubleshooting 11.1 An Error Message Is Displayed The followingtable lists possible error messages, their causes, and suggested actions. 57 11 Troubleshooting An Error Message Is Displayed 11.2 Downloading Autologged Data 11.3 Placement of Infrared Dongle for IR Data Transfer 11.4 CE Comments 11.4.1 EMC Directive 11.4.2 Low Voltage Directive (Safety)