Tektronix DMM830 User Manual

Handheld Instruments Basic Service
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DMM800 Series Digital Multimeters
The Tektronix DMM800 Series digital multimeters provide many features.
Table 1 lists the features of each meter for easy comparison.
Figure 1: DMM870 Digital Multimeter
Table 1: DMM800 series digital multimeter features
Feature DMM830 DMM850 DMM870
40,000 display count   
Bargraph   
C entering and zooming  
True R MS or average AC measurements   
Autorange   
Measurements
DC /AC voltage   
AC + DC voltage   
DC /AC current   

Tektronix DMM830 Specifications

General

Display Type	LCD
Temperature Range	-40°C to 1000°C
Power Supply	9V Battery
Measurement Functions	DC Voltage, AC Voltage, DC Current, AC Current, Resistance, Frequency, Temperature, Capacitance
DC Voltage Range	100 μV to 1000 V
AC Voltage Range	100 μV to 750 V
DC Current Range	0.1µA to 10A
AC Current Range	0.1µA to 10A
Frequency Range	10Hz to 1MHz
Capacitance Range	10 pF to 100µF
Power Source	Battery
Display Digits	4.5 digits
Weight	400g

Summary

DMM800 Series Specifications

General Specifications

Details general specifications like display, bargraph, power source, and overload protection for the DMM800 series.

Measurement Characteristics

Details electrical measurement characteristics, including accuracy for voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, and frequency.

Physical and Environmental Characteristics

Covers physical dimensions, weight, operating/non-operating temperature, humidity, altitude, and vibration.

Certifications and Compliance

Lists EC conformity, safety standards, and overvoltage/pollution degree ratings for regulatory compliance.

DMM800 Series Performance Verification

Test Equipment for Performance Verification

Lists required test equipment and minimum requirements for performing instrument performance verification.

Setup for Performance Verification

Outlines the preparation steps, including ambient conditions, stabilization, warm-up, and display settings.

Verification Procedures Overview

Detailed steps for verifying specific measurement functions like AC/DC volts, current, resistance, continuity, diode, and capacitance.

DMM830 Performance Test Records

DMM850 Performance Test Records

DMM870 Performance Test Records

DMM800 Series Adjustment Procedures

List of DMM800 Series Adjustments

Lists the specific adjustments available for DMM800 series multimeters for factory calibration.

Test Equipment for Adjustments

Specifies the test equipment required for performing instrument adjustment procedures.

Preparation and Meter Case Opening

Guidelines for instrument preparation and opening the meter case to access internal adjustments.

Adjustment Procedures Part 1

Covers calibration adjustments for DC/AC Volts, Capacitance, Temperature, DC Milliamperes, and DC Amperes.

Adjustment Procedures Part 2

Details AC response adjustments, specifically for frequencies above 60 Hz, requiring circuit board access.

Reassembling the Multimeter

Instructions for correctly closing the multimeter case, ensuring proper alignment and connection of components.