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PC5000
DIGITAL MULTIMETER

INSTRUCTION MANUALPC5000̲E 2005.12.20 2:43 PM ページ2

CONTENTS[1]SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1-1 Explanation of Warning Symbols …………………………001
1-2 Warning Instruction for Safe Use …………………………001
1-3 Overload protections ………………………………………002[2] APPLICATION AND FEATURES
2-1 Applications …………………………………………………003
2-2 Features ……………………………………………………003[3] NAME OF FUNCTIONS
3-1 Multimeter and Test Leads ………………………………004
3-2 Display ………………………………………………………005[4] DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS
4-1 Function Switch ……………………………………………006
4-2 Auto Power Off ……………………………………………006
4-3 Low Battery Indication ……………………………………006
4-4 Measurement Function Select ……………………………006
4-5 Range Hold …………………………………………………007
4-6 Data Hold ……………………………………………………007
4-7 Set Beeper Off………………………………………………007
4-8 RS232C Interface …………………………………………007
4-9 Max/Min Recording Mode …………………………………008
4-10 Max/Min Capture Mode (Peak hold) ……………………008
4-11 500000 count ………………………………………………008
4-12 Relative Mode ………………………………………………008
4-13 Words ………………………………………………………009[5] MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE
5-1 Start-Up Inspection …………………………………………011
5-2 Voltage Measurement ……………………………………012
5-3 Line Frequency Measurement ……………………………016
5-4 Logic Frequency / Duty Ratio measurement ……………018
5-5 Testing Diode/ Resistance Measurement andChecking Continuity / Capacitance Measurement………019
5-6 Current / %4-20mA Measurement ………………………023
5-7 How to use Optional Products ……………………………027

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[6] MAINTENANCE
6-1 Maintenance and Inspection ………………………………031
6-2 Calibration …………………………………………………031
6-3 Battery and Fuse Replacement …………………………031
6-4 Storage ………………………………………………………032[7] AFTER-SALE SERVICE
7-1 Warranty and Provision ……………………………………033
7-2 Repair ………………………………………………………033
7-3 SANWA web site ……………………………………………34[8] SPECIFICATIONS
8-1 General Specifications ……………………………………035
8-2 Measurement Range and Accuracy………………………037

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[1]

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS*Before use, read the following safety precautions.
This instruction manual explains how to use your new digital
multimeter PC5000 safely. Before use, please read this manual
thoroughly, and keep it together with the product for your reference.
The instruction given under the heading " WARNING" must be
followed to prevent accidental burn or electrical shock.
1-1 Explanation of Warning Symbols
The meaning of the Symbols used in this manual and attached tothe product are explained as follows.
: Very important instruction for safe use.
The warning messages are intended to prevent accidents suchas burn and electrical shock to operating personnel.
The caution messages are intended to prevent damage to the
instrument.
: Dangerous voltage (Take care not to get an electric shockin voltage measurement.): Ground (Allowable applied voltage range between the input
terminal and earth.): Direct current (DC): Alternating current (AC): Fuse: Double insulation (Protection Class )1-2 Warning Instruction for Safe Use

WARNINGTo ensure that the meter is used safely, be sure to observe
the instruction when using the instrument.
1. Never use meter on the electric circuit that exceed 6kVA.
2. Never apply an input signal exceeding the maximum rating
input value.
3. Never use meter if the meter or test leads are damaged or broken.
4. Pay special attention when measuring the voltage of AC 33
Vrms (46.7V peak) or DC 70V and over avoid injury.

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15. Never use meter for measuring the line connected withequipment (i.e. motors) that generates induced or surge
voltage since it may exceed the maximum allowable voltage.
16. Never use uncased meter.
17. Be sure to use a fuse of the specified rating or type. Never use
a substitute of the fuse or never make a short circuit of the fuse.
18. When connecting and disconnecting the test leads, connect
the ground lead (black one) first. When disconnecting them,
the ground lead must be disconnected last.
19. Always keep your fingers below the finger guards on theprobe when making measurements.
10. Be sure to disconnect the test pins from the circuit whenchanging the function.
11. Before starting measurement, make sure that the function andrange are properly set in accordance with the measurement.
12. Never use meter with wet hands or in a damp environment.
13. Do not use the device near an item of strong electromagnetic
generation or a charged item.
14. Never open tester case except when replacing batteries orfuse. Do not attempt any alteration of original specifications.
15. To ensure safety and maintain accuracy, calibrate andcheck the tester at least once a year.
16. The multimeter is restricted to indoor use only.
1-3 Overload protections
Functions
mV
V
Ω•

•

•

Maximum overload
Input Maximum rating
input value
protection input
terminals
DC•AC 500mV
600VDC/VAC rms
mV•V• DC•AC 1000V 1050V rms, 1450VpeakΩ• •Voltage and•Hz
600VDC/VAC rms
Current input•
prohibited
COM

Hz
µA•mA
A

Peak max : 900V
µA•mA
•
COM
A
•
COM

DC•AC 500mA
DC•AC 10A*

1000VDC/VAC rms
0.63A/500V Fuse
IR 200kA
12.5A/500V Fuse
IR 20kA*<6A: Continuous measurement is possible. >6A: Cool down DMM
for 3 minutes after the measurement for 1 minute.
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[2] APPLICATION AND FEATURES
2-1 Applications
This instrument is portable digital multimeter designed formeasurement of weak current circuits. It plays an important role incircuitry analysis by using additional functions as well as
measurements of small type communication equipment, electricalhome appliance, lighting voltage and batteries of various type.
2-2 Features
The instrument meets the requirements to Safety Standard IEC
61010.
The main unit case and the circuit board are made of fire
retarding materials.
Fuse protects the current function.
500,000 counts in DCV and 999,999 counts in Hz range
Fast Response Digit: 5 times/sec., Bargraph: 60 times /sec.
Frequency measurement with 5 selectable sensitivity (Sine
RMS)
Capacitance measurement ranges are 50.00nF to 9999µF.
dBm, Duty ratio, %4-20mA measurement0.01Ω of resistance and 0.01mV of AC/DC resolution
AC coupling True RMS / AC+DC coupling True RMS
MAX/MIN Recording through Auto range
MAX/MIN Capture (Peak hold 0.8ms in duration) through Auto
range
Relative measurement through Auto range
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[3] NAME OF FUNCTIONS
3-1 Multimeter and Test Leads

MAX/MIN
Capture button

LCD Display
RELATIVE button

MAX/MIN
Recording button

500000 button

SELECT button

DATA HOLD
buttonRANGE HOLD
buttonFREQUENCY
SELECT•%4-20mA
SELECT button

POWER Switch and
FUNCTION Switch

HolstermV•V•Ω• •• •Hzmeasuring terminal

A measuring terminalµA•mA measuringterminal
Test pin

Common Input terminal

Test probe(RED)Finger guards
Test probe(BLACK)

TL-82

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Plug

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3-2 Display









 Display value in the main display area
 Auto range display
 H : Data hold display: DC measurement display: AC measurement display
 Minus polarity for numeral data
 Battery discharge warning display
 Checking continuity display
 Relative measurement function display
 C : Capture mode display
R : Record mode display
MAX: Maximum value display
MIN: Minimum value display
Measurement unit display
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4-1 Function Switch
Turn this switch to turn on and off the power and to select thefunctions of "V •dBm/V /mV/ Hz •%/ /Ω• / /A•mA/µA".
4-2 Auto Power Off
The Auto Power Off mode turns the meter off automatically toextend battery life after approximately 17 minutes of no activities.
Activities are specified as:1) Changing sw position or pressing a button.
2) Significant measuring data readings of around 10% of range.
To wake up the meter from Auto Power Off, press the RECORD
button momentarily or turn the rotary switch to the OFF position
and then turn back on again.
To disable the Auto Power Off feature, press the RANGE button
while turning the function switch on.
Note:
Always turn the function switch to the OFF position when themeter is not in use.
4-3 Low Battery Indication
If the internal battery has been consumed and the internal battery
drops below approx. 7V, Battery mark is shown in the display.
4-4 Measurement Function SelectWhen the SELECT button is pressed (), the functions change
as follows.
• In the case of V /dBm, the modes change as:V  dBm  V .
• In the case of V / , the modes change as:
V V V .
• In the case of mV / / , the modes change as:  .
• In the case of Hz/%, the modes change as:Hz  %  Hz.
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• In the case of µA, mA and A, the modes change as:  .
4-5 Range Hold
Press the RANGE button momentarily to set the manual range
mode then 'AUTO' disappears in the display. In manual range
mode, press the button again to step through the ranges. To
return to the auto mode, press the button for 1 sec. or more then
AUTO is shown.
Note:
Manual mode is not available in Hz measurement.
4-6 Data Hold
When the HOLD button is pressed, the data display at that time ishold (' H ' is shown on the display). The display will not changed
while the function is active. Press the button again to cancel thefunction. (' H ' on the display disappears.)
4-7 Set Beeper Off
Press the Hz button while turning the function switch on to disable
the Beeper feature.
However continuity and mis-insertion alarm function remain.
4-8 RS232C Interface
The instrument equips with an optical isolated interface port at theback of meter body for data communication. Optional accessories
KB-RS2 (RS232 cable), KB-USB2 (USB cable) and PC Link or
PC Link Plus (software), are required for Data logging system.
Refer to an help in the PC Link or PC Link Plus for further details.
Note:
While data communication to PC, Capacitance readout can besent to PC correctly up to 500.0µF range because of low
response speed for large capacitance measurement.

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4-9 Max/Min Recording Mode
Press the RECORD button momentarily to activate MAX/MIN
recording mode then ' R ' and 'MAX MIN' are shown. The instrument
beeps when new maximum or minimum reading is updated. Pressthe button momentarily to read throughout the Maximum ('MAX'),
Minimum ('MIN'), and Maximum minus Minimum ('MAX-MIN')
readings. Press the RECORD button for 1 second or more to exit
the Recording mode. Auto Power Off feature will be disabled
automatically in this mode.
4-10 Max/Min Capture Mode (Peak hold)Press the CAPTURE button momentarily to activate Capture(Instantaneous peak hold) mode to capture voltage or current
signal duration as short as 5ms. ' C ' and 'MAX' are shown in thedisplay. This mode is available in DCV, ACV, DCA and ACA
functions. The instrument beeps when new maximum or minimum
reading is updated. Press the button momentarily to readthroughout the Maximum (MAX), Minimum (MIN), and Maximum
minus Minimum (MAX-MIN) readings. Press the CAPTURE button
for 1 second or more to exit the Capture Mode. Auto Power Off
feature will be disabled automatically in this mode.
4-11 500000 count
In DCV, DCmV and Hz function, press "500000" button momentarily
to toggle between 50000 count and 500000 readings.
In 50000, counts sampling rate is 5 times per sec. In 500000 counts,
sampling rate is 1.25 times per sec.
4-12 Relative Mode
Selecting Relative mode causes the meter to zero the display andstore the present reading as a reference value.
Practically all-displaying readings can be set as relative reference
value including MAX/MIN Recording Mode. Press the ∆REL button
momentarily to activate and to exit Relative Mode.
Relative function can not be used with dBm function.

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4-13 Words
Analog Bargraph
The analog bargraph provides a visual indication of measurement
like a traditional analog meter needle.
AC coupling True RMS
When measurement is taken by true r.m.s., the measurement
value of input signal becomes the scales of the signal power
and therefore provide more effective values than thoseobtained by average value detection. This multimeter imploys
this true RMS circuit, which enables measurement of sine wave
and non-sinusoidal waves like square wave and triangularwave in r.m.s.
AC+DC coupling True RMS
DC+AC True RMS calculates both of the AC and DC components
given by the expression DC 2 +(AC rms) 2 when making
measurement, and can respond accurately to the total
effective RMS value regardless of the waveform.
Crest Factor
The crest factor (CF) is expressed by a value obtained by
dividing the peak value of the signal by its RMS value. Most
common waveforms such as sine wave and triangular wave
have a relatively cycle have a high crest factor. The voltages
and crest factors of typical waveforms are shown in the table.

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Input Waveform
Sine Wave
Vp

RMS
Vrms

Vrms･ 2

Vp
――
2

2π

π

0

Peak
Vp

Average
CF
Form Factor
Vavg Vp/Vrms Vrms/Vavg
2Vp
――
π

2

=1.414Vrms =0.707Vp =0.637Vp =1.414

π――22=1.111

Square Wave
Vp
0π

Triangular Wave
Vp
0

Vp

Vp

Vp

1

1

Vrms･ 3

Vp
――
3

Vp
――
2

3

2
――
3

=1.732=1.155

2π
――
τ

2π
――
τ

2π

π

2π

=1.732Vrms =0.577Vp =0.5Vp

Puls
Vp
0

Vp
τ

τ
―― •Vp2πτ―― •Vp2π2πPlease note the measurement should be taken at the crest
factor below 5.
NMRR (Normal Mode Rejection Ratio)
NMRR is the DMM's ability to reject unwanted AC noise effect,
which causes inaccurate DC measurements. NMRR is typicallyspecified in terms of dB (decibel). This series has a NMRR
specification of >60dB at 50 and 60Hz, which means a goodability to reject the effect of AC noise in DC measurements.
CMRR (Common Mode Rejection Ratio)
Common mode voltage is voltage present on both the COM
and VOLTAGE input terminals of a DMM, with respect toground. CMRR is the DMM's ability to reject common mode
voltage effect, which causes digit rattle or offset in voltage
measurements. This series has a CMRR specifications of>90dB at DC to 60Hz in ACV function; and >120dB at DC, 50
and 60Hz in DCV function.
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5-1 Start-Up Inspection

WARNING
1. Never use meter if the meter or test leads are damaged or
broken.
2. Make sure that the test leads are not cut or otherwise damaged.
START

Main unit
and test leads
damaged?

DamagedNo damaged
Check continuty of test
leads
Set the function to "".

Short the red and black
test pins.

The buzzer sounds?

Stop using it and haveit repaired.

Yes
No problem.
Start measurement.

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5-2 Voltage Measurement

WARNING
1. Never apply an input signal exceeding the maximum rating
input value.
2. Be sure to disconnect the test pins from the circuit whenchanging the function.
3. Always keep your fingers behind the finger guards on theprobe when making measurements.
DCmV: Maximum rating input value 500mVDC
DCV: Maximum rating input value 1000VDC
ACmV: Maximum rating input value 500mVAC
ACV: Maximum rating input value 1000VAC(AC+DC)mV: Maximum rating input value 500mVAC/DC(AC+DC)V: Maximum rating input value 1000VAC/DC
5-2-1 ACV / dBm measurement
1) Applications
ACV: Sine wave AC voltage such as lighting voltage is measured.
dBm: The decibel is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
4 ranges from 5.0000V to 1000.0V-11.76dBm to 54.25dBm at 600Ω
3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM terminal andplug of red test lead to V or dBm terminal.
 Set the function switch to 'V /dBm'.
 Press "SELECT" button to between 'V ' and 'dBm'
measurement.
 Apply the red and black test pins to the circuit to measure.
 The reading of Voltage is shown in the display.
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.

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





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Note:
Power-up-default reference impedance will be displayed for 1
second before displaying the dBm readings. Press dBmΩ(RANGE) button momentarily to select different reference
impedance of 4, 8, 16, 32, 50, 75, 93, 110, 125, 135, 150, 200,
250, 300, 500, 600, 800, 900, 1000, up to 1200Ω. The new
impedance value will be saved automatically to the non-volatilememory as power up default.

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5-2-2 DCV / (AC+DC) V measurement
1) Applications
DCV: Voltage of the battery and DC circuit are measured.
(AC+DC)V: Voltage of the AC component+DC component ismeasured.
2) Measuring ranges
4 ranges from 5.0000V to 1000.0V
3) Measurement procedureConnect the plug of black test lead to COM terminal andplug of red test lead to V terminal.
Set the function switch to 'V / 'Press "SELECT" button to button ' ' or ' ' measurement.
Apply the red and black test pins to the circuit to measure.
For measurement of DCV, apply the black test pin to thenegative potential side of the circuit to measure and the
red test pin to the positive potential side.
For measurement of (AC+DC)V, apply the red and black
test pins to the circuit to measure.
The reading of Voltage is shown in the display.
After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.













Note:
Press "500000" button to toggle 50000 count and 500000 countat DCV.
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5-2-3 ACmV / DCmV / (AC+DC) mV measurement
1) Applications
ACmV: Voltage of the battery and DC circuit are measured.
DCmV: Voltage of the DC circuit is measured.
(AC+DC) mV: Voltage of the AC component+DC component
is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
1 ranges 500.00mV
3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM terminal andplug of red test lead to mV terminal.
 Set the function switch to 'mV'.
 Press "SELECT" button to toggle '' or '' or ''
measurement.
 Apply the red and black test pins to the circuit to measure.
For measurement of DCmV, apply the black test pin to
the negative potential side of the circuit to measure andthe red test pin to the positive potential side.
For measurement of ACmV, apply the red and black test
pins to the circuit to measure.
For measurement of (AC+DC)mV, apply the red andblack test pins to the circuit to measure.
 The reading of Voltage is shown in the display.
After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.
Note:
Press "500000" button to between 50000 count and 500000
count at DCmV.

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5-3 Line Frequency Measurement

WARNING
1. Never apply an input signal exceeding the maximum rating
input value.
2. Be sure to disconnect the test pins from the circuit whenchanging the function.
3. Always keep your fingers behind the finger guards on theprobe when making measurements.
1) Application
Frequency of an AC circuit is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
10Hz to 200.00kHz (Auto range)
3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal and plug of red test lead to Hz measuring terminal.
 Set the function switch to 'mV' or 'V' or 'µA' or 'mA' or 'A'.
 Press the "Hz" button momentarily to activate or to exitHz.
 Apply the red and black test pins to an object to measure.
 Read the value in the display.
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.


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Note:
Press "500000" button to between 50000 count and 500000
count.
Frequency measurement is available at 'mV' or 'V' or 'µA' or'mA' or 'A' functions.
V RANGE
500mV
5V
50V
500V
1000V

Sensitivity (Sine RMS) Measurement Range
0.1V min10.000Hz ~ 200.00kHz
1V min10V min10.000Hz ~ 100.00kHz
100V min
900V min10.000Hz ~ 10.000kHz

Input sensitivity varies automatically with function range
selected before activating the Hz function. mV function has thehighest (100mV) and the 1000V range has the lowest (900V). It
is recommended to first measure the signal voltage (or current)
level then activates the Hz function in that voltage (or current)
range to automatically set the most appropriate trigger level.
To select another trigger level manually, press the RANGE button
momentarily. If the Hz reading becomes unstable, select lower
sensitivity to avoid electrical noise. If the reading shows zero,select higher sensitivity.

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5-4 Logic Frequency / Duty Ratio measurement

WARNING
1. Never apply an input signal exceeding the maximum rating
input value.
2. Be sure to disconnect the test pins from the circuit whenchanging the function.
3. Always keep your fingers behind the finger guards on theprobe when making measurements.
1) Application
Logic Frequency: Logic frequency is measured.
Duty ratio: Duty ratio is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
Logic Frequency: 5.0000Hz to 2.0000MHz (Auto range)
Duty ratio: 0.1% to 99% (Auto range)
3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal and plug of red test lead to Hz measuring terminal.
 Set the function switch to ' Hz/%'.
 Press "SELECT" button to toggle between Hz and % (dutyratio).
 Apply the red and black test pins to an object to measure.
 Read the value in the display.
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.




 





Note:
No bargraph in Hz and duty cycle function.
Press "500000" button to between 50000 count and 500000
count at Hz.
Input sensitivity is set only at the highest.
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5-5 Testing Diode/ Resistance Measurement andChecking Continuity / Capacitance Measurement

WARNING
Never apply voltage to the input terminals.
5-5-1 Testing Diode
1) Application
The quality of diodes is tested.
2) How to use Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal and plug of red test lead tomeasuring terminal.
 Set the function switch to ' '.
 Apply the black test pins to the cathode of the diode and the
red test pin to the anode.
√ Check reading for judgment of good or defective.
A zero reading indicates a shorted diode (defective).
An OL indicates an open diode (defective).
 Apply the red test pins to the cathode of the diode and theblack test pin to the anode√ Check reading for judgment of good or defective.
The display shows OL, if diode is good. Any other readings
indicated the diode is resistive or shorted (defective).
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.
･










Note:
Release voltage of the input terminals is about <3.5V.
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5-5-2 Resistance Measurement
1) Applications
Resistance of resistors and circuits is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
6 ranges from 500.00Ω to 50.000MΩ.
3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM input terminaland plug of red test lead to Ω input terminal.
 Set the function switch to 'Ω/ ' and select 'Ω' by pressingthe "SELECT" button.
 Apply the red and black test pins to an object to measure.
 The reading is shown in the display.
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.













Note:
To compensate internal and lead resistance for low ohm
measurement, use Relative function.
If measurement is likely to be influenced by noise, shield theobject to measure with negative potential (COM).
If a finger touches a test pin during measurement, measurement
will be influenced by the resistance in the human body andresult in measurement error.
Release voltage of the input terminals is about <1.3VDC.
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5-5-3 Checking Continuity
1) Application
Checking the continuity of wiring and selecting wires.
2) How to use Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal and plug of red test lead tomeasuring terminal.
 Set the function switch to 'Ω/ ' and select ' ' by pressing"SELECT" button.
 Apply the red and black test pins to a circuit or conductor tomeasure.
 The continuity can be judged by whether the buzzer sounds
or not.
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.







Note:
Threshold: between 20Ω and 120Ω.
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5-5-4 Capacitance Measurement

CAUTION
Discharge the capacitance before measurement.
1) Application
Measures capacitance of condensor.
2) Measuring ranges
6 ranges from 50.00nF to 9999µF
3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal and plug of red test lead tomeasuring terminal.
 Set the function switch to ' '.
 Apply the red and black test pins to an object to measure.
 Read the value on the display.
 After measurement, release the red and black test pins fromthe object measured.










Note:
While data communication to PC, Capacitance can be measured
up to 500.0µF range because of low response speed for large
capacitance measurement.

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5-6 Current / %4-20mA Measurement

WARNING
1. Never apply voltage to the input terminals.
2. Be sure to make a series connection via load.
3. When measuring 3-phase system, special attention should be
paid to the phase-to-phase voltage which is significantly higher
than the phase to earth voltage.
4. Do not apply an input exceeding the maximum rated current to
the input terminals.
5. Before starting measurement, turn OFF the power switch of
the circuit to separate the measuring part, and connect thetest leads firmly.

5-6-1 Current Measurement: 10A
DCA: Maximum rating input value 10ADC
ACA: Maximum rating input value 10AAC(AC+DC)A: Maximum rating input value 10A AC/DC
1) Applications
DCA: Current in batteries and DC circuits is measured.
ACA: Current in AC circuits is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
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3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal, and plug of red test lead to A measuring terminal.
 Set the function switch to 'A' and select either ' ' or ' ' or
' ' by pressing the "SELECT" switch.
 In the circuit to measure, apply the red and black test pinsin series with load.
For measurement of DCA, apply the black test pin to thenegative potential side of the circuit to measure, and the
red test pin to the positive potential side in series with load.
For measurement of ACA, apply the red and black test
pins to the circuit to measure in series with load.
For measurement of (AC+DC)A, apply the red and black
test pins to the circuit to measure in series with load.
 Apply the red and black test pins to the circuit to measure.
 Read the value on the display.
 After measurement, remove the red and black test pins fromthe circuit measured.

･ 









Note:
<6A: Continuous measurement is possible. >6A: Cool down
DMM for 3 minutes after the measurement for 1 minute.
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5-6-2 Current Measurement: µA, mA
DCµA, mA: Maximum rating input value 500mADC
ACµA, mA: Maximum rating input value 500mAAC(AC+DC) µA, mA: Maximum rating input value 500mA AC/DC
1) Applications
DCA: Current in batteries and DC circuits is measured.
ACA: Current in AC circuits is measured.
(AC+DC)A: Current in AC component + DC component is measured.
2) Measuring ranges
4 ranges for 500.00µA/5000.0µA and 50.000mA/500.00mA3) Measurement procedure Connect the plug of black test lead to COM measuring input
terminal, and plug of red test lead to µA/mA measuringterminal.
 Set the function switch to 'µA' or 'mA' and select either ' ',' ' or ' ' by pressing the "SELECT" button.
 In the circuit to measure, apply the red and black test pins inseries with load.
For measurement of µA and mA, apply the black test pin
to the negative potential side of the circuit to measure andthe red test pin to the positive potential side in series withload.
For measurement of µA and mA, apply the red and black
test pins to the circuit to measure in series with load.
For measurement of (AC+DC) µA and mA, apply the redand black test pins to the circuit to measure in series withload.
 Apply the red and black test pins to the circuit to measure.
 In DcmA function, press and hold "%4-20mA" button for 1
second or more to display the current digital data in terms ofloop current percentage (%) value.
 Read the value on the display.
 After measurement, remove the red and black test pins fromthe circuit measured.

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








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Note:
In %4-20mA function, it is set at 4mA = 0% and 20mA + 100%.

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5-7 How to use Optional Products

WARNING
1. Never apply an input signal exceeding the maximum rating
input value of optional products.
2. Be sure to disconnect the test pins from the circuit whenchanging the function.
5-7-1 Clamp probe: CL-20D
1) Applications
It is suitable for measurement of alternating current in electric
equipment and power supplies.
2) Measuring ranges
2 ranges for 20A, 200A
3) Measurement procedure Connect the black plug to COM measuring terminal, and thered plug to V measuring terminal.
 Set the function to 'V '.
 Press the "RANGE" button to hold the 5V range.
 Select either 20A or 200A with selector knob of clamp
meter.
 Open the clamp part, have electric wire (one line) clamped,and close the clamp part completely.
 Read the value on the display. *1
 After measurement, open the clamp part, and release clamp
probe from the electric wire.
*1: Read the value on the display as follows
Measuring range
20A
200A

Multiplier
x10
x100

Unit
A
A

* The effective digits indication is "0.000".

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5-7-2 Clamp probe: CL-22AD
1) Applications
ACA: It is suitable for measurement of alternating current inelectric equipment and power supplies.
DCA: An electric current of electric circuit of a car, and a
consumption electric current of direct current apparatus
are measured.
2) Measuring ranges
ACA: 2 ranges for 20A, 200A
DCA: 2 ranges for 20A, 200A
3) Measurement procedure Connect the black plug to COM measuring terminal, and thered plug to V measuring terminal.
 Set the function to 'V ' or 'V '.
 Press the "RANGE" button to hold the 5V range.
 Select either 20A or 200A by selector knob of clamp meter.
The zero point varies when the DCA is measured, so be
sure to check that the multimeter indicates zero. If notzero, adjust the indication to the zero point by turning theZero adjuster (0ADJ).
 Open the clamp part, have electric wire (one line) clamped,and close the clamp part completely.
 Read the value on the display. *2
 After measurement, open the clamp part, and release clamp
probe from the electric wire.
*2: Read the value on the display as follows
Measuring range
20A
200A

Multiplier
x100
x1000

Unit
A
A

* Please do not use it in 500,000 counts.
* The effective digits indication is "0.000".

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5-7-3 Clamp probe: CL33DC
1) Applications
An electric current of electric circuit of a car and a consumption
electric current of direct current apparatus are measured.
2) Measuring ranges
2 ranges for 30A, 300A
3) Measurement procedure Connect the black plug to COM measuring terminal, and thered plug to V measuring terminal.
 Set the function to 'V '.
 Press the "RANGE" button to hold the 5V range.
 Select either 30A or 300A with selector knob of clamp
meter.
The zero point varies when the DCA is measured, so be
sure to check that the multimeter indicates zero. If notzero, adjust the indication to the zero point by turning theZero adjuster (0ADJ).
 Open the clamp part, have electric wire (one line) clamped,and close the clamp part completely.
 Read the value on the display. *3
 After measurement, open the clamp part, and release clamp
probe from the electric wire.
*3: Read the value on the display as follows
Measuring range
Multiplier
Unit
30A
x100
A
300A
x1000
A
* Please do not use it in 500,000 counts.
* The effective digits indication is "0.000".

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5-7-4 Temperature probe: T300-PC
1) Applications
To measure temperature from -50 to 300 .
2) Measuring ranges
Range of -50 to 30
3) Measurement procedure Connect the black plug to COM measuring terminal and thered plug to Ω measuring terminal.
 Set the function to 'Ω/ ' and select 'Ω' by pressing the"SELECT" button.
 Press the "RANGE" button to hold the 5kΩ range.
 Apply the sensor to an object to measure.
 Read the value on the display. *4
 After measurement, release the sensor from the object
measured.
*4: The value on the display of DMM shows a resistancevalue indicate. Please read the value of measuring windowof PC Link.

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PC5000̲E 2005.12.20 2:43 PM ページ34[6] MAINTENANCEWARNING
1. This section is very important for safety. Read and understandthe following instruction fully and maintain your instrument
properly.
2. The instrument must be calibrated and inspected at least oncea year to maintain the safety and accuracy.
6-1 Maintenance and Inspection
1) Appearance• Is the appearance not damaged by falling, etc?
2) Test leads• Is the cord of the test leads not damaged?
• Is the core wire not exposed at any place of the test leads?
NOTE:
If the built-in fuse is blown, only the current measurement
does not work.
Make sure that the test leads are not cut, referring to thesection 5-1.
6-2 Calibration
The manufacturer may conduct the calibration and inspection. For
more information, please contact the manufacturer.
6-3 Battery and Fuse Replacement

WARNING
1. If the rear case or the battery lid is removed when any input isapplied to the input terminals, you may get electrical shock. Before
starting the work, always make sure that no input is applied.
2. Before starting the work, be sure to turn OFF the main power
and release the test leads from the circuit.
3. Be sure to use a fuse of the specified rating or type. Never use
a substitute of the fuse or never make a short circuit of the fuse.
Factory-preinstalled built-in battery
A battery for monitoring is preinstalled before shipping,
therefore it may run down sooner than the battery life specified
in the instruction manual.
The "battery for monitoring" is a battery to inspect the functions
and specifications of the product.
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 Remove the battery lid screw by a screwdriver.
 Removed the battery lid.
 Take out the battery or fuse, and replace it with a new one.
 Attach the battery lid and fix it by the screwdriver.

Battery lid screw

Battery lid

Rear case
Fuse 12.5A/500V
IR: 20kA
ø6.3 x 32mm

Battery (9V)

Fuse 0.63A/500V
IR: 200kA
ø6.3 x 32mm

CAUTION
Set a battery carefully being sure to observe the correct polarities.
6-4 Storage

CAUTION
1.The panel and the case are not resistant to volatile solvent
and must not be cleaned by thinner or alcohol. For cleaning,use dry, soft cloth and wipe it lightly.
2.The panel and the case are not resistant to heat. Do not place
the instrument near heat-generating devices (such as asoldering iron).
3. Do not store the instrument in a place where it may besubjected to vibration or from where it may fall.
4. For storing the instrument, avoid hot, cold or humid places orplaces under direct sunlight or where condensation is
anticipated.
Following the above instructions, store the instrument in goodenvironment. (See 8-1)
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PC5000̲E 2005.12.20 2:43 PM ページ36[7] AFTER-SALE SERVICE
7-1 Warranty and Provision
Sanwa offers comprehensive warranty services to its end-users
and to its product resellers. Under Sanwa's general warranty
policy, each instrument is warranted to be free from defects inworkmanship or material under normal use for the period of one(1) year from the date of purchase.
This warranty policy is valid within the country of purchase only,
and applied only to the product purchased from Sanwa authorized
agent or distributor.
Sanwa reserves the right to inspect all warranty claims todetermine the extent to which the warranty policy shall apply.
This warranty shall not apply to fuses, disposables batteries, or
any product or parts, which have been subject to one of thefollowing causes:
1. A failure due to improper handling or use that deviates fromthe instruction manual.
2. A failure due to inadequate repair or modification by people
other than Sanwa service personnel.
3. A failure due to causes not attributable to this product such as
fire, flood and other natural disaster.
4. Non-operation due to a discharged battery.
5. A failure or damage due to transportation, relocation or
dropping after the purchase.
7-2 Repair
Customers are asked to provide the following information whenrequesting services:
1. Customer name, address, and contact information
2. Description of problem
3. Description of product configuration
4. Model Number
5. Product Serial Number
6. Proof of Date-of-Purchase
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1) Prior to requesting repair, please check the following:
Capacity of the built-in battery, polarity of installation anddiscontinuity of the test leads.
2) Repair during the warranty period:
The failed meter will be repaired in accordance with theconditions stipulated in 7-1 Warranty and Provision.
3) Repair after the warranty period has expired:
In some cases, repair and transportation cost may become
higher than the price of the product. Please contact Sanwa
authorized agent / service provider in advance.
The minimum retention period of service functional parts is 6
years after the discontinuation of manufacture. This retention
period is the repair warranty period. Please note, however, if
such functional parts become unavailable for reasons of
discontinuation of manufacture, etc., the retention period may
become shorter accordingly.
4) Precautions when sending the product to be repaired
To ensure the safety of the product during transportation,
place the product in a box that is larger than the product 5
times or more in volume and fill cushion materials fully andthen clearly mark "Repair Product Enclosed" on the box
surface. The cost of sending and returning the product shallbe borne by the customer.
7-3 SANWA web site
http://www.sanwa-meter.co.jp
E-mail: exp_sales@sanwa-meter.co.jp— 34 —

PC5000̲E 2005.12.20 2:43 PM ページ38[8] SPECIFICATIONS
8-1 General Specifications
Display:
4-4/5 digits 50000 counts LCD display (selectable 5-4/5 digits
500000 counts for DCV and 999999 counts for Hz)
Update Sampling Rate:
4-4/5 Digital data: 5 times / sec nominal
5-4/5 Digital data: 1.25 times / sec nominal
52 segments bar graph: 60 times / sec nominal
Low Battery Indication:
Below approx. 7V
Operating Temperature:
0 to 30 , 0-80% R.H.; 31 to 50 , 0-50% R.H.
Storage Temperature:-20 to 60 , 80% R.H. (With battery removed)
Altitude:Operating below 2000m
Temperature Coefficient:
Nominal 0.15x(specified accuracy)/ @(0 -18 or 28 -50 ),or otherwise specified
Power Supply:Single alkaline 9V battery; NEDA1604A, IEC6LF22 or 6LR61
Sensing:
AC, AC+DC True RMS
Auto Power Off Timing:
Idle for 17 minutes
Safety:IEC61010-1(EN61010-1) 2nd (2001)
V/ /Ω• / /Hz : CATfor 600V DC & AC, and CAT
for
1kV DC & AC
µA•mA
: CAT 500V AC & 300V DC
A: CAT 500V AC & 300V DC
Transient Protection:
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Pollution degree:
2
E.M.C.:
Meets EN55022 (1994/A1; 1995/Class B) and EN50082-1(1992)
Power Consumption:
2.6mA Typical
Dimension:
179(H) x 87(W) x 55(D) mm with holster
Weight:
320 g, 460 g with holster
Accessories:
Test leads (TL-82), Alligator clip (CL-13), Holster (H-50),
Battery (installed), Instruction manual
Optional Accessories:
RS232 cable: KB-RS2
Software: PC Link, PC Link Plus
Temperature Probe: T-300PC (Platinic thin film)
Clamp Probe: CL-20D, CL-22AD, and CL33DCOVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY• Equipment of CAT is equipment for connection to circuits
in which measures are taken to limit the transient
overvoltages to an appropriate low level.
Note: Examples include protected electronic circuits.
• Equipment of CAT is energy-consuming equipment to besupplied from the fixed installation.
Note: Examples include household, office, and laboratory
appliances.
• Equipment of CAT is equipment in fixed installations.
Note: Examples include switches in the fixed installation andsome equipment for industrial use with permanentconnection to the fixed installation.
• Equipment of CAT
is for use at the origin of the installation.
Note: Examples include electricity meters and primary overcurrent protection equipment.

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8-2 Measurement Range and Accuracy
Accuracy is ±(% reading digits + number of digits) or otherwise
specified, at 23 ±5 & less than 75% R.H.
True RMS voltage & current accuracies are specified from 5% to100% ofrange or otherwise specified. Maximum crest factor <5:1
at full scale & <10:1 at half scale, and with frequency components
within the specified frequency bandwidth for non-sinusoidal
waveforms.
DC Voltage
RANGE
500.00mV, 5.0000V, 50.000V
500.00V
1000.0V

Accuracy*
0.03%rdg + 2dgt
0.05%rdg + 2dgt
0.1%rdg + 2dgt

NMRR:>90dB @ 50/60Hz
CMRR:>120dB @ DC, 50/60Hz, Rs=1kΩ
Input Impedance: 10MΩ, 30pF nominal (80pF nominal for 500mV
range)*500,000 counts accuracy: (Accuracy of a range)%rdg + 20dgt— 37 —

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AC & AC+DC Voltage
RANGE

Accuracy*
45Hz - 300Hz

500.00mV, 5.0000V, 50.000V,
500.00V, 1000.0V

0.8%rdg + 60dgt

300Hz - 1kHz
500.00mV
0.8%rdg + 40dgt
5.0000V, 50.000V, 500.00V
2.0%rdg + 60dgt
1000.0V
1.0%rdg + 40dgt
1kHz - 20kHz
500.00mV
1dB**
5.0000V, 50.000V
2dB**
500.00V
3dB**
1000.0V
Unspec'd*From 5% to 10% of range: Accuracy % of reading + 80d**From 5% to 10% of range: Accuracy % of reading + 180d**From 10% to 15% of range: Accuracy % of reading + 100d
CMRR:>90dB @ DC to 60Hz, Rs=1kΩ
Input Impedance: 10MΩ, 30pF nominal (80pF nominal for 500mV
range) Residual reading less than 50 digits withtest leads shorted.

dBm
At 600Ω, -11.76dBm to 54.25dBm,
Accuracy: ±0.25dB + 2dgt (@40Hz - 20kHz)
Input Impedance: 10MΩ, 30pF nominal
Selectable reference impedance of 4, 8, 16, 32, 50, 75, 93, 110,
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DC Current
RANGE
500.00µA
5000.0µA
50.000mA
500.00mA
5.0000A
10.000A*

Accuracy
0.15%rdg + 20dgt
0.1%rdg + 20dgt
0.15%rdg + 10dgt
0.1%rdg + 20dgt
0.5%rdg + 10dgt
0.5%rdg + 20dgt

Internal ResistanceApprox. 100Ω
Approx. 1Ω
Approx. 0.005Ω*<6A: Continuous measurement is possible. >6A: Cool down DMM
for 3 minutes after the measurement for 1 minute.

AC & AC+DC Current
RANGE
500.00µA
5000.0µA
50.000mA
500.00mA
5.0000A
10.000A*

Accuracy
50Hz ~ 60Hz

Internal ResistanceApprox. 100Ω
1.0%rdg + 4dgt

Approx. 1Ω
Approx. 0.005Ω

40Hz ~ 1KHz
500.00µA
5000.0µA
50.000mA
500.00mA
5.0000A
10.000A*

Approx. 100Ω
1.0%rdg + 40dgt

Approx. 1Ω
Approx. 0.005Ω*<6A: Continuous measurement is possible. >6A: Cool down DMM
for 3 minutes after the measurement for 1 minute.

DC Loop Current %4~20mA
Accuracy: ±25dgt
4mA = 0% (zero) 20mA = 100% (span) Resolution: 0.01%— 39 —

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500.00Ω
5.0000kΩ
50.000kΩ
500.00kΩ
5.0000MΩ
50.000MΩ

Accuracy

0.2%rdg + 6dgt

0.8%rdg + 6dgt
2.0%rdg + 6dgt

Open Circuit Voltage : <1.3VDC (<3VDC for 500Ω range)

Capacitance
RANGE
50.00nF
500.0nF
5.000µF
50.00µF
500.0µF
9999µF

Accuracy*
0.8%rdg + 3dgt
1.0%rdg + 3dgt
2.0%rdg + 3dgt
3.5%rdg + 5dgt
5.0%rdg + 5dgt

*Accuracies with film capacitor or better

Hz Line Level Frequency
V RANGE
500mV
5V
50V
500V
1000V

Sensitivity (Sine RMS)
0.1V min1V min10V min
100V min
900V minMeasurement Range
10.000Hz ~ 200.00kHz
10.000Hz ~ 100.00kHz
10.000Hz ~ 10.000kHz

Accuracy: 0.002%rdg + 4dgt

Hz Logic Level Frequency
RANGE
5.0000Hz~2.0000MHz
Sensitivity: 2.5Vp square wave
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Accuracy
0.002%rdg + 4dgt

PC5000̲E 2005.12.20 2:43 PM ページ44%Duty Ratio
RANGE
0.1% - 99.99%

Accuracy
3dgt/kHz + 2dgt

Input Frequency: 5Hz - 500 kHz, 5V Logic Family

Diode Test
Range

Accuracy

Test Current(Typical)Open Circuit
Voltage

2.0000V

1%rdg + 1dgt

0.8mA

<3.5 VDC

Audible Continuity Tester
Audible threshold: between 20Ω and 200Ω Responce time< 100µs
Crest mode (Instantaneous Peak Hold)
Accuracy: Specified accuracy ±200 digits for changes > 0.8ms induration※Do not use the tester near places where strong electromagnetic
waves and trance are generated or strong electrical voltages are
generated.

Specifications and external appearance of the product describedabove may be revised for modification without prior notice.

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SANWA ELECTRIC
INSTRUMENT CO.,LTD.
Dempa Bldg,Sotokanda2-Chome
Chiyoda-Ku,Tokyo,Japan
TEL: 81-3-3253-4871 /FAX: 81-3-3256-9740
Web site: http://www.sanwa-meter.co.jp
E-mail: exp_sales@sanwa-meter.co.jp

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