100,000-count

Graphical Multimeters
MTX 3281
MTX 3282
MTX 3283
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Usseerr''ss M
Maannuuaall

Pôle Test et Mesure CHAUVIN-ARNOUX

Parc des Glaisins
6, avenue du Pré de Challes
F - 74940 ANNECY-LE-VIEUX
Tel. +33 (0)4.50.64.22.22 - Fax +33 (0)4.50.64.22.00
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Contents
General Instructions ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Symbols used on the instrument............................................................................................................................... 3
Precautions and safety measures ............................................................................................................................ 3
Safety features............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Maintenance, metrological verification ..................................................................................................................... 4
Warranty....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Measurement input protection systems.................................................................................................................... 5
Special functions......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Description of the instrument ......................................................................................................................... 6
Front, keyboards (illustration).................................................................................................................................... 6
Rear (illustration, markings)....................................................................................................................................... 6
Measurement terminal block (illustration, markings) .............................................................................................. 6
Front (description) ...................................................................................................................................................... 7
Inputs ........................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Display.......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Functional description................................................................................................................................... 10
Preparation for use ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Initial settings ............................................................................................................................................................ 13
Specific configurations of the instrument .............................................................................................................. 14
Initialisation of the values ........................................................................................................................................ 15
Access to main functions......................................................................................................................................... 16
Range management .................................................................................................................................................. 17
Display HOLD management HOLD, REL, SURV, SPEC, MEM ............................................................................... 17
Access to secondary functions ............................................................................................................................... 24
MATH Function.......................................................................................................................................................... 25
Favourite function ..................................................................................................................................................... 27
SX-DMM Software kit (option) .................................................................................................................................. 29
Bluetooth (on –BT version) ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Technical specifications................................................................................................................................ 31
Voltage measurement ............................................................................................................................................... 31
Current measurement ............................................................................................................................................... 33
Frequency measurement .......................................................................................................................................... 34
Resistance measurement ......................................................................................................................................... 35
Continuity mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 35
Test diode .................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Capacitance measurement....................................................................................................................................... 36
Temperature measurement with Pt100 or Pt1000 sensor (MTX 3282, MTX 3283) ............................................... 36
Temperature measurement with J or K thermocouple .......................................................................................... 36
dBm measurement .................................................................................................................................................... 36
Positive or negative peak measurement ................................................................................................................. 36
Resistive power ......................................................................................................................................................... 37
Duty ratio DC+, DC- ................................................................................................................................................... 37
Pulse counting DT+, DT-........................................................................................................................................... 37
Clock .......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Influences .................................................................................................................................................................. 38
Multimeter traceability, calibration .......................................................................................................................... 38
General specifications ................................................................................................................................... 39
Environmental conditions ........................................................................................................................................ 39
Power ......................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Display........................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Safety.......................................................................................................................................................................... 40
CEM ............................................................................................................................................................................ 40
RS232 DB9F and USB optical cables (options) ...................................................................................................... 40
Mechanical characteristics............................................................................................................................ 40
Box ............................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Packaging .................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Supply, accessories ....................................................................................................................................... 41
Index ................................................................................................................................................................ 42

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General instructions

General instructions
Introduction You have just acquired a 100,000-count graphical multimeter for electronics
technicians, allowing direct measurement of the principal electrical values.
Congratulations on your choice and thank you for your trust in our products.
It complies with safety standard EN 61010-1 (2001), double insulation, relative
to electronic measuring instruments.
For optimum service, read this manual carefully and comply with the operating
precautions.

Symbols used on Warning: Risk of danger.

the instrument Refer to the operating manual to find out the nature of the potential
hazards and the action necessary to avoid such hazards.

Earth Dual insulation According to WEEE directive 2002/96/EC

Precautions and • Read carefully all the notes preceded by the symbol .
safety measures • If you use this instrument in a way which is not specified, the protection
which it provides may be compromised, putting you in danger.
• The safety of any system incorporating this instrument is the responsibility of
the system assembler.
• This instrument has been designed for use indoors:
- in an environment with pollution level 2,
- at an altitude of less than 2000 m,
- at a temperature between 0°C and 55°C
- with relative humidity of less than 80% up to 35°C.
• It can be used for measurements on the following types of circuits:
- Measurement category III for voltages no higher than 1000 V
(AC or DC) in relation to the earth.
- Measurement category IV for voltages no higher than 600 V
(AC or DC) in relation to the earth.

Definition of CAT III: Measurement category III corresponds to measurements on building installations.
Example: measurements on distribution panels, cabling, etc.
measurement
categories CAT IV : Measurement category IV corresponds to measurements taken at the source of
low-voltage installations
Example: metering and measurements on overvoltage protection devices...
before use • Comply with environmental and storage conditions.
• For your safety, only use the leads delivered with the instrument:
they comply with the norm EN 61010-1 (2001).
• Before using it, systematically check that it is in perfect condition.

during use • Never exceed the protection limit values indicated in the specifications for
each type of measurement.
• Before changing the function, disconnect the measurement leads from the
circuit measured.
• Never measure resistances on a live circuit.
• When the instrument is connected to the measurement circuits, never touch
an unused terminal.

As a safety measure, use only suitable leads and accessories supplied
with the instrument or approved by the manufacturer.
• If the measurement category of the accessory is different from that of the
apparatus, the lowest category applies to the unit.

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Safety features • It is impossible to access the battery or fuse compartment without first
disconnecting the measurement leads.
• When measuring voltages greater than 60 VDC or 30 VAC, the symbol
flashes on the display.
• Automatic detection of a connection on the "Ampere" terminal.
• When there is a persistent range overrun, an intermittent buzzer indicates the
risk of electric shock.

Maintenance and Any access to the internal circuits for adjustment, servicing or repair of the unit
metrological under power must be undertaken only by qualified personnel, after reading the
verification instructions in this manual.
A qualified person is a person who is familiar with the installation, its
construction, its use and the hazards that exist. They are authorized to activate
and deactivate the installation and equipment, in compliance with the safety
instructions.
For all repairs under or outside of the warranty, return the device to your retailer.

Warranty This equipment is guaranteed for 3 years against any defect in materials or
workmanship, in accordance with the general terms and conditions of sale, .
During this period, the equipment can only be repaired by the manufacturer. The
manufacturer reserves the right to carry out repair or replacement of all or part of
the equipment.
If the equipment is returned to the manufacturer, initial transport costs shall be
borne by the customer.
The warranty does not apply in the event of:
• unsuitable use of the equipment or use with other incompatible equipment
• modification of the equipment without explicit authorization from the
manufacturer’s technical services
• repair carried out by a person not certified by the manufacturer
• adaptation to a specific application, not provided for in the definition of the
equipment or by the operating manual
• an impact, a fall or flooding.

Unpacking - All the equipment was verified mechanically and electrically before shipping.
repacking When you receive it, carry out a quick check to detect any damage that may
have occurred during transport. If necessary, contact our sales department
immediately and register any legal reservations with the carrier.
In the event of reshipping, it is preferable to use the original package. Indicate
the reasons for the return as clearly as possible in a note attached to the
equipment.

Cleaning • Turn the instrument off.

• Clean it with a damp cloth and soap.
• Never use abrasive products or solvents.
• Allow to dry before any further use.

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Measurement input These multimeters are equipped with several protection systems:
protection systems • Varistor protection clips any transient overvoltages on the measurement
terminals.
• PTC (positive temperature coefficient) protection protects against permanent
overvoltages less than or equal to 1000 V during capacitance or resistance
measurements and diode tests.
This protection is reset automatically after the overload.
• A fuse (11 A) provides protection during intensity measurements.

Special functions
Automatic current The number of input terminals is limited to 3: V, COM, A. Connection of the lead
measurement to the "Ampere" terminal automatically selects the corresponding function.
detection
When a function modification by the control keyboard is incompatible
with the lead connection, it triggers a buzzer and a visual alarm (LEADS).
The current measurement is performed using autorange over the whole range.

Auto power-off If the function is validated in the Sleep menu: the instrument shuts down
automatically after 30 minutes if no action has occurred on the front panel during
that time.

The instrument can be powered up again by pressing the key.

Automatic power-off is inhibited in:

• Surveillance mode (SURV)
• Memorize mode (MEM)
• Communication mode (optical link - RS232C, USB, Bluetooth)
• when the value measured (Voltage or Current) on the multimeter's
inputs exceeds the danger level.

Alert signal An intermittent buzzer sounds:

• on the "Voltage" position, when the range is exceeded (MANUal and
AUTO mode - last range)
• on the "Current" position, when the range is exceeded (MANUal) mode,
when 10 Amperes or more is measured
• if the position of the leads and the function selected are incompatible
• when the danger thresholds are exceeded (function activated)
When the range is exceeded, the buzzer is accompanied by display of "O. L".

Danger threshold This symbol is activated:

• when the voltage on the "Volt" input exceeds 60 VDC or 30 VAC
• when the current injected between the "Ampere" and COM exceeds 10 A
• when the range is exceeded (voltage or current) in MANual mode

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 Description of the instrument

Description of the instrument

Front panel
+ keyboards Display
(illustration)

Keyboards

ON/OFF
Key

Terminal
strip

Lower casing

Jack connector

Rear (illustration
+ markings)

Measurement
terminal block
(illustration
+ markings)

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Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Front (description)
1 power on/off key • Starting the multimeter.
• Stopping the multimeter.

If there is a multimeter malfunction, a long press (> 1 s) on this key can
be used to return to normal operation.

8 keys for selecting the main functions

Voltage measurement or access to the measurement type: AC, DC or AC+DC

• Selection using this key or the keys.

• Validation using the key or after 2 s.

Current measurement or access to the measurement type: AC, DC or AC+DC

• Selection using this key or the keys.

• Validation using the key or after 2 s.

Measurement of Frequency (Hz) on a VAC voltage or access to the manual

frequency range < 900 kHz (default) or > 900 kHz.
A long press opens the menu for changing the voltage range.
• Selection using the keys.

• Validation using the or keys.

Voltage range quick change using the keys.
The selected range is recalled in the help line (i), see page 9.

Measurement of Resistance (Ohm)

By pressing again:
• Access to the Continuity test ( )
• Access to Diode test ( )

Measurement of Temperature or access to the types of temperature

measurements: °C, °F or K.
• Selection using the keys.

• Validation using the key or after 2 s.

• By pressing this key during measurement type selection, you can access
the sensor type:
- platinum probes: Pt 100, Pt 1000 only on MTX 3282 and MTX 3283
- thermocouples: J (TC J), K (TC K)
• Selection using the keys.

• Validation using the key or after 2 s.

The selected scale is recalled in the help line (i), see page 9.

Measurement of Capacitance

"Favourite" measurement configurable by the user.

A long press opens the "favourite" function configuration menu.

For the menu's configuration, see §. ☺ Function.

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Instrument Configuration menu.

This key can also be used to exit from a menu or submenu after validating it.

3 keys for navigation and

modification of the menus
• Selection of a menu or function (up/down navigation).
• Increase or decrease of the variable selected.

• Selection of a function (left/right navigation).

• Modification of a function.
• Movement within sub-menus.

6 keys for activating the

instrument's various modes

Selection of the operating mode:

AUTO, AUTO PEAK ( MTX 3282, MTX 3283 ), MANU.
• Selection using this key or the keys.

• Validation using the key or after 2 s.

AUTO PEAK mode is only accessible for V and A measurements.
If the measurement is single range, the range defined is forced and there is no
effect if this key is pressed.
 Example: Diode test, continuity test and temperature measurement.
By pressing one of the keys, you can switch directly to MANUal mode and
then modify the range.

Activation, deactivation of the REL (relative) mode.

When it is active, a long press opens a window for setting the reference.

Activation, deactivation of the display of the specifications for the function and
range selected.

Activation of HOLD or AUTO HOLD mode, deactivation NO HOLD.

• Selection using this key or the keys.

• Validation using the key or after 2 s.

Activation, deactivation of the SURV (surveillance) mode.

A long press opens a window for viewing the most recent records.
Closed by a short press.

Activation, deactivation of the MEM (automatic recording) mode.

A long press opens the MEM Function menu.

2 utility keys
Back-lighting of the display in dark environments.
A long press opens the menu for adjusting the contrast on the LCD.

Selection of the functions for the 3 secondary displays.

• Selection by successive presses on this key.
• A long press can be used to exit from this mode.

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Description of the instrument (cont'd)

Inputs
Input for voltage and frequency measurements, diode tests, resistance
measurements, continuity tests, and capacitance or temperature
measurements.
Input for current measurements.
Reference input.

Display • The multimeters in this range are equipped with a graphical LCD screen
(58 mm x 58 mm) with 160 x 160 resolution for comfortable reading.
• Reading of the LCD can be optimized by varying the orientation of the
display, the adjustment of contrast and, if necessary, using the backlighting.
• The modes, the functions selected, the electrical or physical values
measured and the alert symbols are clearly shown on the display.
(foot of the screen) i • The user can call up help (i) regarding the function selected.
• The main display is accompanied by its sign and the unit.
Depending on the current selections, the display may be graphical or digital:

Graphical display The graphical window can be used to monitor the evolution of the principal
measurement.
 Example AUTO Upper status line

DC
Main display

The graphical
1.5000 V
1
0 Bargraph
window and the
bargraph constantly
track the evolution of Graphical window
the measurement in the
range selected. -
1
0
Lower status line
HOLD > 60s
Help on function
i Press the main function key …

Display of The secondary displays are intended for the SPEC, REL, MEM, SURV and
secondary functions 888888 functions:
 Example
AUTO
Upper status line

DC

1.5000 V Main display

Bargraph

The main display -10 0 10

-1.0000
Secondary display 1
and the bargraph
constantly track the
MIN V
Secondary display 2
evolution of the
measurement.
MAX 2.5000 VV
2.5000 Secondary display 3
AVG
1.3000
SURV MEM 2
V Lower status line

Recording started Help on function

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Functional description
Preparation for use
Instructions before To use this instrument, you must comply with the usual safety rules in order:
activation - to protect you against the dangers of the electric current,
- to protect the multimeter against incorrect operations.
For your safety, only use the leads delivered with the instrument. Before
using it, systematically check that it is in perfect condition.

Instrument power • The 3 multimeters in this range operate with three 1.5 V alkaline batteries
supply (LR6-AM3 AA) or three 1.2 V Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (accumulators)
of the same type:
 The MTX 3281 is delivered with three 1.5 V alkaline batteries
(LR6-AM3 AA). It can operate with accumulators, but does not allow in
situ recharging (see §. Accessories delivered as options).
 The MTX 3282 and MTX 3283 multimeters are delivered with three 1.2 V
Ni-MH accumulators and charger (12 VDC 3 VAC) for mains operation
whilst simultaneously charging the batteries.
• When the charger is connected directly to the instrument, the
accumulators can be recharged without removing them from the
multimeter.
• The multimeter can only operate if the accu./batteries are in place.

Power on Using the key opposite.

Charge indicator A charge status indicator for the batteries or accumulators is constantly
shown on the display:
: Batteries or accumulators > 75 % charged
: Batteries or accumulators > 25 % charged
: Minimum charge level
The symbol flashes on the display and a buzzer sounds if the power
voltage is insufficient (only 30 min charge life).
As the specifications will no longer be guaranteed, you must then replace
the batteries or recharge the accumulators (see next page).
There can be differences between the display of the charge level (symbol)
and the real charge level of the accumulators, according to the quality and
the performances of those. To avoid this risk, we recommend to use same
accumulators (HX0051) as those delivered by the manufacturer (see p. 40).
When getting started, the apparatus needs a few seconds to display a
correct level of charge (symbol).

Selection of For correct management of the

energy type Configuration battery or accumulator charge status
indicator, the type of power must be
General selected:
• Opening of the Configuration
Measure
menu with the key.
Func. ☺ • Selection of the "General" function

Func. MATH using the keys.

u • Validation of General settings
General settings
using the key.

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• Selection of Energy Type menu using the keys.

General t

IR baud 9600
Config user
Energy bat.
Accumulator
Energy type

• Modification of the Energy Type (battery or acc.) using the key.

• Validation and exit from the successive menus using the key.

Recharging of The 3 accumulators do not need to be removed from the multimeter for
accumulators, recharging. Recharging is only possible if "Accumulator" has been selected in
only on : the Energy Type menu (see above).
MTX 3282 Before carrying out this operation, select the capacity of the accumulators
MTX 3283 (2200 mAh by default) fitted in the instrument:
• Selection: Accumulator in the using the keys.

• Validation: Accumulator using the key, opens a menu for setting the
accumulator capacity (in mAh):

Acc. capacity
u
02200
t
mAh
• Selection of the digit to be modified using the key.
• Modification of the value using the key.
• Validation of the accumulator capacity and exit from the successive menus
using the key .
• To maintain the accumulators in good condition, run the accumulators down
to the minimum charge olevel before recharging.
• Then connect the power pack (12 VDC, 3 VAC) to the jack connector
(see front panel illustration).
• Connect the power pack (12 VDC, 3 VAC) to the mains supply.
• The symbol opposite on the display allows you to monitor the charge status.
The accumulators are fully charged when the symbol stops flashing.
The MTX 3282 and MTX 3283 multimeters contain Ni-MH accumulators.
These accumulators must be disposed of by a recycling firm or a company
specialized in the treatment of dangerous waste materials.
Never dispose of these accumulators with other solid waste.
For further information, contact your MANUMESURE dealer.

When the multimeter is delivered, the accumulators may be discharged,
requiring a complete recharge.

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Recharging of
accumulators with

Do not connect the power supply
when there are disponible batteries
multimeter off in the instrument.

Connection of the power supply start recharging of

the accumulators.

Battery charging

Connection of the power supply start recharging of the accumulators.

The symbol shows the progress of recharging. Charge level:
Once the accumulators have been fully recharged, the instrument 50%……..75%

shuts down automatically.

Recharging totally 1. Fit the batteries into the multimeter, then connect the charger.
discharged or new 2. Wait approximately 30 minutes, then press the ON button to switch on the
batteries multimeter and follow the progress of the charge.
Recharging of the batteries can last up to 10 hours.

After one hour of recharging, the multimeter can be used for measurements, by
pressing again on the ON button.
"A” measurement A fuse provides protection up to 11 A for current measurements. It must be replaced
protection fuse only with an identical fuse:
11 A, 20 kA, 1000 V, 10 x 38 mm (High Interrupting Capacity).

Checking of current Test the current measurement as follows:

measurement fuse 1. Select the Ampere function using the A key.
2. Connect a lead to the A terminal.
3. Check that the LEADS indication disappears from the display (presence of
lead). If this is not the case, replace the fuse.

Replacement of the Before replacing the fuse or batteries, comply with the safety instructions given at
fuse or the batteries the beginning of this manual. Then:
1. Disconnect the test leads from the measurement circuits and the instrument.
2. Disconnect the power lead from the MTX 3282 or MTX 3283 12 VDC power
pack.
3. Switch off the power to the instrument.
4. Undo the screw on the back of the instrument.
5. Pivot the rear cover of the casing to access the battery/fuse compartment.
6. Remove the fuse or batteries and replace them with identical models.
7. Replace the cover and retighten the screw.

Without batteries, the date and time are kept for ca. 1 min in the instrument.
The measurements recorded are kept for an unlimited time.

Dismantling of
multimeter and
access to fuse
battery/fuse
compartment
batteries

slit for
screwdriver

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Initial settings The general menu configures the parameters of the multimeter according to the
conditions of use and the user’s preferences.
• Opening of the Configuration menu with the key.
• Selection of the General menu using the keys and then the key.

General General
t
Language En Contrast
Date/Time Back-light 10 s
Beep on Comm. IR
oui
Sleep off IR baud
oui 9600
u u
Set language Back-light auto-off
Choix langue delay
Choice of language Selection of the language for the multimeter's menus.
Two options are available: French (Fr) or English (En, default).
Setting the
date and time Date and time • Selection of the variables using the key.
• Modification of the value using keys.
08 : 03 : 2005 • Clock validation and start-up when menu is
closed using key.
10 : 03 : 45

Activation of the Validation (default), or not , of audio signal (beep) when:

buzzer (Beep) - a key is pressed,
- there is a voltage of more than 60 VDC or 30 VAC on the "V" input,
- a stable measurement is acquired in AUTO HOLD mode,
- the power supply voltage (battery) is insufficient.

The audio signal is maintained even when the buzzer is deactivated :
∗ during continuity testing,
∗ when the range is exceeded (voltage or current),
∗ on a 10 A measurement,
∗ if the position of the leads and the function selected are incompatible.

Automatic Validation (default), or not, of automatic shutdown (sleep) after 30 min if there
shutdown (sleep) has been no action on the multimeter's front panel during that time.
In SURV, MEM and Communication modes, automatic shutdown is not
validated.
For your safety, automatic shutdown is inhibited when the values measured
(voltage, current) on the inputs exceed the danger thresholds (indicator opposite
displayed).
Display contrast • Modification of the value (default: 50 %)
Contrast
u using the key.
• Validation of setting using key.
t

A long press on directly opens the menu, validates the setting.

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Adjustment of Selection of the back-lighting deactivation time to limit the multimeter's energy
back-lighting consumption.
6 times are possible: 10 s, 30 s, 1 min, 2 min, 10 min or infinite (no deactivation).

By default, the back-lighting deactivation time is 2 min.

Start-up • In user mode, the instrument restarts with the user's personal configuration
configuration and the main function selected when it was switched off.
(Config) • In basic mode, by default, the multimeter restarts with its elementary
configuration (see page 15) and the Volt (AC+DC) function.

Restart configuration indicated without leads connected. If the leads
are connected, they will be taken into account for function selection.

Specific Using the Measure menu, you can adapt the instrument's configuration to the
configurations measurement environment:
of the instrument
Measure • Opening of the Configuration menu
with the key.
Filter yes
• Selection of the Measure menu using
Impedance 1G
the keys and then the key.
dBm REF
W REF
Filter activation

Filter Activation of a filter to improve frequency rejection for measurements in low

VDC mode.

By default, filter active.
Impedance Choice of the required input impedance on the 100 and 1000 mV (1 V) ranges.
- 100 mVDC and AC+DC range: 2 possible impedances: 1 GΩ or 10 MΩ
- 1000 mV mVDC range: 2 possible impedances: 1 GΩ or 20 MΩ

By default, 100 mV range = 10 MΩ, 1000 mV range = 20 MΩ

dBm REF Adjustment of the reference resistance value (dBm REF) between 1 Ω and
MTX 3283 10,000 Ω, for measurements in dBm on VAC or VAC+VDC voltages:

Set dBm ref

u
00600
t
ohm
• Selection of the digit to be modified using the key.
• Modification of the value using the keys.
• Validation of the reference resistance in dBm and exit from the menu using the
key.

Default value 600 Ω.
Reminder: A 0 dBm measurement with a 600 Ω reference resistance is given
on a voltage of 0.7746 VAC.

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W REF Adjustment of the reference resistance value (W REF) between 1 Ω and
MTX 3283 10,000 Ω for resistive power measurements:
The calculation performed is: (voltage measured)2 / W REF (unit W)
(current measured)2 ∗ W REF (unit W)
The adjustment procedure is the same as for the dBm reference resistance.

Default value 50 Ω.
W REF is used to calculate the resistive power (W) with
REF = W REF and to calculate the power (V ∗ A) when V (Ref) = W REF

Initialization of the The parameters of the configuration can be reinitialized to the default settings
values in a single operation:
• Opening of the Configuration menu with the key.

Configuration • Selection of the "Default init"

t
Func. ☺ function using the keys.

Func. MATH • Validation of initialization using the

Func. MEM key.

Default init
Set default values

Loading of the default values is confirmed by the following message:

Message Exit from the successive menus using

Default values the key.
loaded
The language and the active main
function are not modified.

Default values General Language : Fr Beep : on

Sleep : on Contrast : 50 %
Lighting : 2 min Communication : IR
IR baud : 9600 Configuration : basic
Energy 3281 : battery Energy 3282, 3283 : accu.
Accu. capacity : 2200 mAh
Measure Filter : active Impedance : 10 / 20 M
dBm REF : 600 Ω W REF : 50 Ω
Favourite func. Function : V Unit : none
MATH func. Coef. A : 1 Coef. B : 0
MEM func. Recording freq. : 1 s
No. of rec. 3281 : 158 No. of rec. 3282, 3283 : 1000
Main func. V, A : AUTO, AC+DC Hz : 10 V range
Ω, Capacity : AUTO °C : °C, Pt 100
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Access to main functions
Connection of leads The input terminals are limited to 3 : COM, V, Ω, and A.
Connect the black lead to the COM socket (for all measurements).
Functions authorized
when connected on
the V Ω terminal
Voltage measurement (Volt).
PEAK is displayed when a peak (Pk+ Pk-measurement) of voltage is detected
and when it is higher than the range of active voltage.

Measurement of Frequency (Hz) on a VAC voltage.

A 1st press gives access to Resistance measurements (Ohm).

A 2nd press gives access to Continuity measurements ( ).
A 3rd press gives access to Diode measurements ( ).

A 1st press gives access to Temperature measurements (according to the last

configuration of the function).
A 2nd press gives access to the type of temperature measurement: °C, °F, K.

Selection using the keys, validation using the key or after 2 s.

Another press on this key while selecting the measurement type gives access
to the type of sensors:
- platinum probes: Pt100 or Pt1000 only on MTX 3282, MTX 3283
- thermocouples: J or K (TC J, TC K)

Selection using the keys, validation using the key or after 2 s.

Measurement of Capacitance.

"Favourite" measurement configurable by the user.

For the menu's configuration, see §. ☺ Function.
Instrument Configuration menu.

Functions When the red lead is connected to the A terminal, it automatically selects
authorized when Current (AC + DC) measurement.
connected to the If current measurement is selected without connection of a lead to terminal A
A terminal or without a protection fuse, the LEADS symbol flashes on the display.

Current measurement (Ampere)

The current measurement may be performed using autorange
(AUTO PEAK) over the whole scope of the ranges (µA, mA, A).
PEAK is displayed when a peak (Pk+ Pk- measurement) of current is detected
and when it is higher than the range of active current.
"Favourite" measurement configurable by the user.

For the menu's configuration, see §. ☺ Function.

Instrument Configuration menu.

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Range management The key gives access to three operating modes:
- AUTO mode
- AUTO PEAK mode MTX 3282, MTX 3283
- MANU mode
• Selection using this key or the keys.
• Validation using the key or after 2 s.
If the measurement is single range, the range defined is forced and there is no
effect if the key is pressed.
 Example: Diode test, continuity test and temperature measurement.
“AUTO” mode On the input for a measurement, AUTO mode is active by default and range
selection is managed automatically by the multimeter.

“AUTO PEAK” mode In AUTO PEAK mode, the range changes are performed on the basis of rapid
MTX 3282 acquisition of peaks, either upward or downward.
MTX 3283
AUTO PEAK mode is only accessible for AC, AC+DC in V and A
measurements. It prevents untimely overruns of the peak factor
specified for the instrument.

“MANUal” mode When this mode is selected and is valid for the function concerned, the
keys can be used to modify the measurement range.
Measurements concerned: voltage, current, resistance, capacitance.

By pressing one of the keys, you can switch directly to MANUal
mode and then modify the range.

Display hold The key gives access to two operating modes:

management - HOLD mode
- AUTO HOLD mode
- NO HOLD deactivates the mode.
• Selection using this key or the keys.
• Validation using the key or after 2 s.
HOLD HOLD mode freezes on the screen the current main measurement at the time
when the key is pressed. The instrument continues to manage the
measurements and display them in the graphical window or on the secondary
display (REL mode).

The range selection remains unchanged: AUTO or MANUal depending
on the configuration when you enter this mode.

AUTO HOLD AUTO HOLD mode automatically freezes on the screen the current main
measurement whenever a stable measurement is detected. It is confirmed
by a beep (unless the configuration "Beep no" has been selected in the
Configuration menu).
The values memorized remain displayed until the next stable measurement
taken (measurement different from ± 100 digits) or until deactivation of AUTO
HOLD mode.
The instrument continues to manage the measurements and display them in
the graphical window or on the secondary display (REL mode).

The range selection remains unchanged (AUTO or MANUal) depending
on the configuration when you enter this mode. AUTO HOLD mode is
only accessible for V and A measurements.

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REL REL mode takes the current main measurement as its reference. It is indicated
on the secondary display: REF.
• The main display continues to indicate the instantaneous value measured
and the bargraph.
• The secondary display ∆ indicates the absolute deviation between the
instantaneous value measured and the reference recorded.
• The secondary display ∆ % indicates the relative deviation in % between the
instantaneous value measured and the reference recorded.

Range management may be "AUTOmatic" or "MANUal, depending on
the configuration when entering this mode.

The ∆ and ∆ % displays are managed in the same range.
In "AUTO" mode, they cannot fall below the reference range when the
REL mode was activated.
 Example: Measurement of a 1.5 VDC voltage with a reference set to 1 V:

AUTO REL

DC

-10
1.5000 V IIIIIII 10

REF 1.0000 V
∆ 0.5000 V
∆% 050.00 %
Adjustment of the When the mode is active, a long press on the key opens a window for
reference setting the REF reference.

• The key selects the digit to be modified.

• The keys modify the digit selected.

• The key can be used to exit from the menu after validating the new
reference.

 Example:
Reference Rel
u
+1.0000
t

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SURV • The SURV mode monitors the variations of a signal by recording the extreme
values (MIN and MAX) of the main measurement and calculating the average
(AVG). For each value memorized, the multimeter records the corresponding
date and time.

When it is started up, the MTX 3281 reinitializes the date and time
(01:01:2000, 00 :00 :00).
Before starting work, set the correct date and time to "date-stamp" the
records see §. Setting the date and time).
• When you enter SURV mode by a short press on the key, the last MIN and
MAX measurements are erased and then initialized with the current
measurement.

SURV flashes when the mode is active.
• AVG shows the average of all the measurements recorded since SURV mode
was activated.
• The data recorded can be viewed by a long press on the key during
surveillance or after exiting from the mode.
• In SURV mode:
- MANU or AUTO range management cannot be selected.
- the current measurement, the MIN value and the MAX value are presented in
the most suitable range for each of them.
 Example: AUTO

DC

1.5000 V
-10 0 10

MIN -1.0000 V
MAX 2.5000 V
AVG 1.3000
SURV
V
• Consultation of recorded data by a
SURV long press on the key
Start :
27/03/2005 10 :07 :11 The data recorded is accompanied by
the date, time and surveillance range.
Stop :
27/03/2005 10 :10 :30 • Exit from consultation by a short
Mini : -1.0000 V press on the or key.
27/03/2005 10 :08 :25
Max : 2.5000 V
27/03/2005 10 :09 :25
Avg : 1.3000 V

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SPEC On the basis of the technical specifications, the SPEC mode directly displays
the tolerance of the measurement in progress, so that there is no need to
search for it and calculate it.
On the basis of the main measurement, the display:
• indicates the specifications (x % of reading ± n digit) according to the type of
measurement, the range selected and the frequency (in AC and AC+DC)
• calculates the interval containing the true value, if the instrument is within its
tolerance: SMIN value  minimum specification
SMAX value  maximum specification
 Example:
SPEC
In AC+DC, the
AC+DC specifications are

1.0000 V calculated only if the

frequency can be
measured (see §.
0 5 10
secondary Functions)
SMIN 0.9930 V and is > 45 Hz.

SMAX 1.0070 V
0.3%, ± 40 digits
MEM • MEM mode records the contents of the digital display(s) in the memory of the
instrument at a pre-programmed rate.
• A short press on starts a series of recordings.
• The MEM symbol flashes throughout the recording period; it is accompanied
by the number of recordings made.
• Memorization of the measurements can be stopped by another short press.
• The number of values to be memorized for a measurement run is
programmable: it therefore stops recording automatically.

Another press on starts a new series of recordings.

MTX 3281 158 measurements per sequence 1 to 10 sequences

Recording
MTX 3282, MTX 3283 capacity 1 to 10 sequences
6500 measurements maximum
(depending on available memory)

 Example: activation AUTO

of MEM mode during • Furthermore, the MEM
surveillance mode DC
mode may be activated
1.5000 V during the SURV mode or
during display of the
-10 0 10 secondary functions.
The parameters set
MIN -1.0000 V are saved.
MAX 2.5000 V It will then be possible to
select them and display
AVG 1.3000
MEM 2
SURV
V them as the main
function.

(When it is started up, the MTX 3281 reinitializes the date and time
(01:01:2000, 00 :00 :00).
Before starting work, set the correct date and time to "date-stamp" the
records. See §. Setting the date and time).
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Configuration of The MEM mode is configured in the Func. MEM function of the Configuration
MEM mode Menu.
• Opening of the Configuration menu with the key.
• Selection of the "Func. MEM" function using the keys.

Configuration t
t
Measure
Func. ☺J
Func. MATH
Func. MEM
u
u
Function MEM
settings

• Validation of Func. MEM using the key.

A long press on opens the MEM Function menu.

Programming • Selection of the "RATE" function using the keys.

the recording
frequency MEM Function
Consult
Erase
Erase all erase
Rate
u
Recording rate

• Validation of Rate with the key opens a menu for setting the required
recording rate in hours, minutes and seconds:

Rate h:mn:s

00 : 00 : 02

• Selection of the variables, hour, minute, second, using the key.

• Modification of the value using the keys.
• Validation of the measurement recording rate and exit from the successive
menus using the key .

The minimum recording rate is 23 h, 59 min, 59 s.
Default recording rate 1s.

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Programming of the By defining a number of records for a measurement campaign, it is possible to
number of records stop recording automatically.
• Selection of the number of records (No. rec.) in the MEM Function menu
using the keys .
MEM Function
t
Erase
Erase all erase
Rate
No. rec.
Number of
recordings

• Validation of No. rec. using the key.

Number of rec.
u
0100
t

• Selection of the digit to be modified using the key.

• Modification of the value using the keys.
• Validation of the number of records and exit from the successive menus using
the key.
Reminder
The recording capacity is limited to 6,500 measurements (158 for MTX 3281)

Number of records by default : 1,000.
Reading the • Select the Consult menu in the MEM
recorded data Recordings Function to view the list or successive
records.
28/03/05 10:40:40 Each recording is identified by its start
date and time.
28/03/05 10:41:08
• Selection of a recording using the
29/03/05 11:05:20
keys.
30/03/05 15:30:42
u • Validation the selection using the
5 val. (2 s), V key.

When selected, a recording is accompanied by :

- the number of values recorded,
- the recording rate,
- the function in which they were recorded,
- the secondary functions present during recording, if relevant.
Reminder The number of recording sequences is limited to 10.

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Functional description (cont'd)

Viewing the data The curve displayed is adapted to the graphical window according to its min.
in a recording and max. values and the number of recordings.
DC
MIN -8.2194 V
Secondary
Cursor value
↕ 6.5832 V MAX 9.9275 V functions
9.9275
9.9275 V
V AVG 2.3271 V
Max. value of the
selected function Cursor

Display of zoomed
part

Zoomed part of
recording Overall display of
whole recording
Min. value of the
selected function
-8.2194
-8.2194 V
V
Function of graph V 3
4 3
4 3
4 Selection
100/450
100/450 28
28 :: 03
03 :: 05
05 10
10 :: 40
40 :: 40
40 icons
displayed

Cursor position / Total no. of records Cursor date and time

• Selection of the function (principal or secondary) to be displayed or of the

selection icon using the keys, modification using the key.

V • Selection of the function to be displayed
 Example: Main function: V
secondary function: MIN, MAX, AVG for SURV mode
MTX 3281 3
4 moves the cursor
MTX 3282, MTX 3283 4 moves the zoomed part (icon present, if a zoom is active)
3
3
4 activates/deactivates a zoom (icon present, if a zoom is possible)
• Exit from viewing a recording by using the key.

Complete erasure of All recordings in the memory of the device may be erased in a single operation.
memory • Selection of Erase all menu in the MEM Function.

• Validation of erasure using the key.

Complete erasure of the memory Message
is confirmed by the following message 
erased

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Access to secondary functions
Choice of secondary functions on the two displays 2, 3 and 4 by pressing
successively on the key opposite according to main measurement.
A long pressing deletes the display of secondary measurements.

For the main authorised measurements, the last combination selected for
displays 2, 3 and 4 is memorised and will be directly reactivated.
Table of secondary Display 2 Display 3 Display 4 Display 1: Main measurement
functions Function Unit Function Unit VAC AAC
VDC ADC Hz Ω
VAC+DC AAC+DC
FREQ Hz PER S Func. MATH x x
MTX 3283 FREQ Hz dB dB Func. MATH x
MTX 3283 dBm dBm REF (dBm) Ω Func. MATH x
Pk+ V or A Pk- V or A CF - x x
MTX 3283 w W REF (Ω ) Ω Func. MATH x x x x
PER S DC+ % Func. MATH x
PER S DC- % Func. MATH x
MTX 3282 MTX 3283 PW+ S CNT+ - Func. MATH x
MTX 3282 MTX 3283 PW- S CNT- - Func. MATH x
MTX 3282 MTX 3283 Func. MATH - - - x
MTX 3282 MTX 3283 VxA VA A A Func. MATH x (∗) x

Function MATH = y = Ax + B ( MTX 3282, MTX 3283 )

FREQ = Frequency measurement
PER = Period measurement
dB = Measurement of voltage decibels in dB
dBm = Measurement of power decibels in dBm with REF = dBm REF
Pk+ = Measurement of positive peaks (∗∗)
Pk- = Measurement of negative peaks (∗∗)
CF = Measurement of peak factor
w = Calculation of resistive power with REF = W REF
V x A = Calculation of power (∗) limited to 400 Hz
DC+ = Measurement of positive duty ratio
DC- = Measurement of negative duty ratio
(∗∗) Measurement PW+ = Measurement of pulse-width or of positive durations
reset to zero: by PW- = Measurement of pulse-width or of negative durations
CNT+ = Counting of positive pulses (∗∗)
pressing on key.
CNT- = Counting of negative pulses (∗∗)

Upon activation of dB measurements MTX 3283 , the value measured is taken

as voltage reference (V ref). The calculation is as follows: 20 log10 (V measured
/ V ref).

The voltage reference (V ref) cannot be modified.
The MATH function is displayed when its parameters allow it (see MATH Func.).
For the dBm and resistive power measurements, see Measurement menu for
the adjustment of related reference resistances (dBm REF, W REF) and to
know the calculation formulas.

LOAD The calculation of power V x A (VA) MTX 3282 MTX 3283 requests a 3rd
connection to the A input (connected to the same circuit) in order to measure
simultaneously: DC voltage (main display), DC power (display 3, measurement
always in AC+DC).
V COM A
The link on the COM input must be short and have a large diameter in
order to limit the voltage drop which influences the Volt measurement.

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MATH function The MATH function (y = Ax + B) enables measuring any physical quantity in:
- Volts (0 - 10 V process or high-voltage probe, for example)
MTX 3282 - Amperes (current loop 4 - 20 mA or current clamp, for example)
MTX 3283 - Frequency (output measurement, rotation speeds, for example)
- Ohms (resistive position, for example)
and converting it and to assign the adequate unit, to obtain the direct reading of
the original parameter on the instrument. Depending on the parameter measured,
the device calculates the related MATH function.
The programming takes place in 4 phases:
1. Selection of parameter X measured (V, A, Ω, Hz)
2. Definition of coefficient A of function y = Ax + B
3. Definition of coefficient B of function y = Ax + B
4. Definition of physical unit to be displayed

Coefficients A, B and the unit are programmable for each amount
measured (V, A, Ω, Hz).

Adjustment of The MATH mode is configured in the MATH function in the Configuration Menu.
MATH function
• Opening of Configuration Menu using key .
• Selection of function MATH Func. using keys .

Configuration
General
Measure
Func. ☺
Func. MATH
u
MATH function
settings
• Validation of MATH Func. using key .
Selection of • Selection of Function menu using keys .
function to be
adjusted MATH function
Function V
Coef A
Coef B
Unit
Function to be set

• Selection of measurement (V, A, Ω, Hz) using key .

Default function V.

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Definition of The MATH function applied to the physical quantity (x) measured is y = Ax + B.
coefficient A • Selection of the coefficient A menu (Coef A) in MATH function.
• Validation of Coef A (coefficient A) using key .

Coef.
Coef. A
A
u
u
+2.0000
+2.0000
t
E+01
E+01
• Selection of digit to be modified or of exponent using key .
• Modification of value using keys .
• Validation of coefficient A and menu exit using key .

Coefficient A by default is 1.

Definition of • Selection of coefficient B menu (Coef B) in MATH function.

coefficient B
• Validation of Coef B (coefficient B) using key .

Coef. B
u
-1.0000
t
E+00
• Selection of digit to be modified using key .
• Modification of value using keys .
• Validation of coefficient B and menu exit using key .

Coefficient B by default is 0.

Definition of unit The unit of the MATH function may be defined so as to obtain the direct
reading of the original physical quantity measured by the instrument.
• Selection of Unit menu in MATH function.
• Validation of Unit using key .

Unit
Abc_
A B C D E F G
H I J K L MN
OPQ R S T U
VWb X Y Z Ωw
t b
• Selection of letter or character to display using key .
• Validation of letter or character using keys .
• Validation of the unit (3 characters max.) and menu exit using key .
The symbol t is used to switch from uppercase letters to lowercase.
The symbol w is used to erase the last character.

MATH unit by default (without).

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Functional description (cont’d)

Function ☺ The favourite function ☺ recalls directly the specific measurement you use most
frequently and that you will have carefully defined previously.
This function is of the same type as the MATH function (y = Ax + B).
When you measure any physical quantity, this function enables you to convert it
and to assign the appropriate unit, to obtain the direct reading of the original
amount on the instrument.
Depending on the amount measured, the device calculates the related function
☺, if the parameters of the latter correspond to the amount measured.
Programming takes place in 4 stages:
1. Selection of the amount X measured (V, A, Ω, Hz)
2. Definition of coefficient A of function y = Ax + B
3. Definition of coefficient B of function y = Ax + B
4. Definition of the physical unit to be displayed

Function preserved by • Access to the type of measurement using key ☺

the favourite function - AC, DC or AC+DC for measurements V and A
☺ according to its • Access to the frequency range using key ☺
programmed amount - Frequency < 900 kHz (default) or > 900 kHz for Hz measurements
(V, A, Ω, Hz) • Control of operating modes using key :
- AUTO, AUTO PEAK, MANU for V and A measurements
- AUTO, MANU for Ω measurements

Pressing one of the keys will switch directly to MANUal mode, then
modify the range for measurements V, A and Ω.
Modification of the voltage range for Hz function.
• Control of display holding using key :
- HOLD, AUTO HOLD, NO HOLD for V and A measurements
- HOLD, NO HOLD for Ω, Hz measurements
• Activation, deactivation of relative mode using key
• Activation, deactivation of monitoring mode using key
• Activation, deactivation automatic recording using key

Adjustment of The function is configured in Func. ☺ in the Configuration Menu.

function ☺ • Opening of Configuration Menu using key .

• Selection of function Func. ☺ using keys . Validation using key .

Configuration
General
Measure
Func. ☺
Func. MATH
u
Function ☺ setting

A long pressing on opens directly the Function ☺menu.

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Selection of
• Selection of adjustment parameters using keys .
adjustment
parameters
Function ☺
Function V
Coef A
Coef B
Unit
Function selection

Selection of amount
• Selection of Function menu using keys .
measured (function)
• Selection of amount measured (V, A, Ω, Hz) using key .

Default function V.

Definition of The ☺ favourite function applied to the physical quantity (x) measured is the
coefficients A, B same as the MATH function (y = Ax + B).
and unit
For the definition of coefficients A, B and the unit, see the related menus of
the MATH function.

Coefficient A is by default 1, B by default 0, unit by default (without).

 Example:
activation of AUTO
favourite function
and automatic
☺ DC
recording mode
1.5000 W 1
- Symbol ☺ of favourite function
0 - AUTO Mode active
- DC Measurement
- W Unit
- MEM Mode active
-
1
0
MEM 2 > 60s

i Recording started

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SX-DMM These multimeters can interface directly with a computer or a PC using the
Software kit SX-DMM software kit (HX0050 option):
(option)
In the menu General settings of the multimeter:
- Select infra-red communication (IR by default) using the Comm function.
- Select the infra-red transmission speed using the IR baud function:
9600 / 19,200 / 38,400 Bauds/s.

The transmission speed by default is 9600 Bauds/s.
The other transmission parameters are set (8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity).

Connection of 1. Then connect the optical cable to the optical input of the multimeter
optical cables (located next to the multimeter inputs). A mechanical failsafe prevents
RS232-DB9F reversing of the connection direction.
or USB Connect cable RS232-DB9F or USB to one of the corresponding inputs of
(option) the PC.
2. Verify that the RS232 interface parameters of the PC are identical to
those of the multimeter.
Connector DB9F or USB Interface cable

Optical connector

For the USB optical cable (option), install, if necessary, the recognition
software on your PC (see CD-Rom manual provided).

Installation of 1. Install the SX-DMM software on the PC using the CD ROM.

SX-DMM
2. Launch the software to perform data acquisition and study the different
software
display possibilities (curves, tables… ).

The symbol (RS232) flashes on the display during control of the
instrument from the PC (REMOTE mode).
For more information, refer to software help menu.

In this mode, the multimeter keyboard is locked, except for key
which is used to exit this mode.

Bluetooth The -BT versions of the multimeters are fitted with a Bluetooth module.
(on -BT version) They integrate the Serial Port Profile service used to communicate with a
computer fitted with any type of Bluetooth adapter.
If your computer does not have a Bluetooth module, the PC USB/Bluetooth
adapter (P01637301) is required.
To install these pilots, refer to the accompanying instructions.
Virtual RS232 serial communication between the multimeter (Server) and the
PC (Customer) requires a connection on the PC side.
No configuration is required on the multimeter side, except for activation of
Bluetooth (BT) communication via the Comm. function in the General Settings
menu.
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Bluetooth (cont’d)

Creating a
The controls cited below are those of the PC USB/Bluetooth adapter
Bluetooth (P01637301). They may be designated differently on another adapter.
connection

(for first Steps Actions

connection only) 1 Power up the multimeter.
2 Configure it for Bluetooth (BT) via the configuration menu.
3 Create a new connection using the software controlling your
Bluetooth dongle on the PC side by:
• clicking on the Bluetooth Manager icon on the menu bar at the
bottom of the screen
• selecting the New connection function
• selecting Express Mode (recommended), then clicking on Next
• selecting the Bluetooth peripheral of the multimeter then by
clicking on Next
• clicking on Next after configuration of a COM port
• redefining the name of the connection and its icon (if required)
then clicking on Next
• clicking on Finish to save the connection information

You can verify that the connection has been

created by viewing it, using the software controlling
your PC USB/Bluetooth adapter.
For additional information, refer to the Help menu Connect Disconnect
linked to the Bluetooth utility.

With some Bluetooth adapters, rebooting of the PC is recommended to
validate the connection.

The connection parameters are specific to each multimeter.
They must be assigned manually, but only the first time.

 Example Communication with SX-DMM software can begin without other Bluetooth
configurations. You must simply establish communication between the PC and
the multimeter using the COM port configured previously.
Command SX-DMM software: Communication  Parameters

Reactivation of • Click on the Bluetooth Manager icon on the menu bar at the bottom of the
the connection screen
after shutdown • Click on the icon related to the multimeter in the window of the Bluetooth
Parameters Software: the icon of the menu bar must be displayed in green.

Communication The PC USB/Bluetooth adapter is used to communicate simultaneously with

with several several multimeters in the MTX Mobile family.
multimeters For each multimeter, you must repeat the previous configuration procedure, while
making sure to assign them a different COM port.

Depending on the type of adapter, first make a COM port available.

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Technical specifications
Accuracy: Only the values assigned a tolerance or a limit constitute guaranteed values.
"n% +nD" means Values without tolerance are given for information (standard NFC 42670).
"n% of reading + n Digit" The technical specifications are guaranteed only after 30 min warm-up period.
(as per CEI 485) Except special indication, they are valid from 5 to 100 % of the range of measurement.

Voltage measurement
AC voltage On this position, you measure the true RMS value of an AC voltage with its DC
VAC and VAC+DC component (no capacitive coupling): so-called TRMS measurement.
TRMS

The 100 mV range is present in MANUal mode only.
MTX 3281 Input
Accuracy
Range Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 1 kHz to 4 kHz to 20 kHz to
impedance
1 kHz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz
100 mV (∗) 1GΩ - 10MΩ 1 µV (1 mn max) 1% ± 40D
1000 mV 10.5 MΩ 10 µV
0.7% ± 40D
10 V 10.5 MΩ 0,1 mV 3% ± 40D 4% ± 40D 6% ± 40D
1450 Vpk
100 V 10 MΩ 1 mV
1% ± 40D
1000 V (∗∗) 10 MΩ 10 mV

(∗) In VAC mode Input

Accuracy
Range Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 400 Hz to 4 kHz to 20 kHz to
impedance
400 Hz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz
1450 Vpk
100 mV 10 MΩ 1 µV 1.5% ± 40D 3% ± 40D 4% ± 40D 6% ± 40D
(1mn max)

Accuracy
MTX 3282 Range
Input
Resolution Protection
impedance 45 Hz to 1 kHz to 4 kHz to 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to
1 kHz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 75 kHz 100 kHz
10% typ.
100 mV (∗) 1GΩ - 10MΩ 1 µV (1 mn max) 1% ± 40D 7% ± 40D
± 40D
1000 mV 10.5 MΩ 10 µV 0.5% ± 40D 10% ± 40D
10 V 10.5 MΩ 0,1 mV 2.5% ±40D 3.5% ±40D 5% ± 40D
1450 Vpk 0.3% ± 40D 15% ± 40D
100 V 10 MΩ 1 mV 7% ± 40D
1000 V (∗∗) 10 MΩ 10 mV 0.5% ± 40D

(∗) In VAC mode Accuracy

Input
Range Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 400 Hz to 1 kHz to 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to
impedance
400 Hz 14 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 75 kHz 100 kHz
1450 Vpk 1.5% 15% typ.
100 mV 10 MΩ 1 µV 2.5% ± 40D 3.5% ± 40D 5% ± 40D 7% ± 40D
(1mn max) ± 40D ± 40D

MTX 3283 Accuracy

Input
Range Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 1 kHz to 4 kHz to 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to 100 kHz to
impedance
1 kHz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 75 kHz 100 kHz 200 kHz
1 µV 7% typ. 10% typ.
100 mV (∗) 1GΩ - 10MΩ (1 mn max) 0.5% ± 40D 2.5% ± 40D 3% ± 40D 4% ± 40D
± 40D ± 40D
8% typ. 20% typ.
1000 mV 10.5 MΩ 10 µV 1.5% ± 40D 2.5%±40D 3.5%±40D
± 40D ± 40D
5% ± 40D
10 V 10.5 MΩ 0.1 mV 1450 Vpk
0.3% ± 40D 10% ± 30D
100 V (∗∗) 10 MΩ 1 mV 1% ± 40D 2% ± 40D 3% ± 40D 7% ± 40D
1000 V (∗∗) 10 MΩ 10 mV 0.4% ± 40D 15% ± 40D

(∗) In VAC mode Accuracy

Input
Range Resolution Protection 45 Hz to 400 Hz to 4 kHz to 20 kHz to 50 kHz to 75 kHz to 100 kHz to
impedance
400 Hz 4 kHz 20 kHz 50 kHz 75 kHz 100 kHz 200 kHz
1450 Vpk 1.5% 7% typ. 10% typ.
100 mV 10 MΩ 5 µV 3% ± 40D 3.5%±40D 4% ± 40D 5% ± 40D
(1mn max) ± 40D ± 40D ± 40D

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AC voltage (∗∗) BP : Freq [kHz] limited to : 15,000 / U applied [V]
VAC and VAC+DC U applied [V] limited to : 15,000 / Freq [kHz]
TRMS  Example : U applied = 1000 VAC  max. frequency : 15,000 / 1000 = 15 kHz
(cont’d) In the presence of a continuous component :
Additional error : (UDC / U measured) x (0,7% + 70 D)
 Example : UDC = 2 V, U measured = 5 Vrms  additional error : 0.28% + 28 D
Rejection: common mode > 80 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz depending on selection
Automatic or manual selection of ranges.
Protection by varistors.
Maximum permanent acceptable voltage: 1000 VACrms.
Specifications valid from:
20 to 100% of range in the 20 kHz to 200 kHz MTX 3283 band,
20 kHz to 100 kHz MTX 3282
20 kHz to 50 kHz MTX 3281.

As soon as the PEAK symbol is displayed, connect to AUTO PEAK :
MTX 3282 MTX 3283
Influence of peak factor on accuracy in VAC, VAC+DC at 50% of the range:
• 1% for a peak factor between 4,5 and 6
• 5% for a peak factor between 6 and 9

DC voltage In "DC" mode, you measure the value of a DC voltage or the DC component of
VDC an AC voltage, once the filter is activated, see p. 14.

The 100 mV range is present in MANUal mode only.
Range Input impedance Resolution Protection Accuracy
MTX 3281
100 mV (∗) 10 MΩ / 1 GΩ 1 µV 0.1% + 30D
1000 mV 20 MΩ / 1 GΩ 10 µV
10 V 10.5 MΩ 0.1 mV 1450 Vpk 0.1% + 8D
100 V 10 MΩ 1.0 mV
1000 V 10 MΩ 10 mV 0.2% + 8D

MTX 3282 Range Input impedance Resolution Protection Accuracy

100 mV (∗) 10 MΩ / 1 GΩ 1 µV 0.1% + 30D
1000 mV 20 MΩ / 1 GΩ 10 µV 0.05% + 8D
10 V 10.5 MΩ 0.1 mV 1450 Vpk
0.03% + 8D
100 V 10 MΩ 1.0 mV
1000 V 10 MΩ 10 mV 0.035% + 8D

MTX 3283 Range Input impedance Resolution Protection Accuracy

100 mV (∗) 10 MΩ / 1 GΩ 1 µV 0.1% + 30D
1000 mV 20 MΩ / 1 GΩ 10 µV 0.05% + 8D
10 V 10.5 MΩ 0.1 mV 1450 Vpk
0.02% + 8D
(∗) - Recovery
100 V after triggering
10 MΩ of protection
1.0 mV(> 10 V) app. 10 s.
- Protection
1000 V 1 minute max.
10 MΩ 10 mV 0.03% + 8D

(∗) - Accuracy with filter (p. 14) and REL mode activated (∆ measurement).
- Recovery after release of the protection (> 10 V) approx. 10 s.
- Protection 1 min. max.
Specifications valid from 0 % to 100 % of the range
Rejection: common mode: > 120 dB with 50 Hz and 60 Hz acc. to selection
serial mode: > 60 dB with 50 Hz and 60 Hz acc. to selection
Automatic or manual selection of the ranges. Protection by varistors.

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Current measurement
ADC current In "ADC" mode, you measure the value of a DC current or the DC component of
an AC current.
Range Input impedance Resolution Protection Accuracy
MTX 3281
1000 µA approx. 170 Ω 10 nA 0.1% + 15D
MTX 3282
10 mA approx. 17 Ω 100 nA
MTX 3283 100 mA approx. 1.7 Ω 1 µA
0.08% + 8D
11 A
1000 mA approx. 0.17 Ω 10 µA 20 A < 30 s 0.15% + 8D
10 A 100 µA
approx. 0.03 Ω (∗) 0.5% + 15D
100 A (∗∗) 1000 µA

(∗) with the fuse delivered with the instrument

(∗∗) 100 A range limited to 20 A
Specifications valid from 0 % to 100 % of range

AAC current, In "AAC" and "AAC+DC" modes, you measure the true RMS value of an AC current
AAC+DC TRMS with/without its DC component (no capacitive coupling in "AC+DC" mode).

MTX 3281 Range

Input
Resol. Protect.
Accuracy
impedance 45 Hz to 1 kHz 1 kHz to 4 kHz 4 kHz to 20 kHz
1000 µA approx. 170 Ω 10 nA 1% ± 40D 5% ± 30D
10 mA approx. 17 Ω 100 µA
1.5% ± 30D
100 mA approx. 1.7 Ω 1 µA 1% ± 30D 3% ± 30D
11 A
1000 mA approx. 0.17 Ω 10 µA 20A<30s
10 A approx. 0.03 Ω 100 µA 1.5% ± 30D
3% ± 30D 5% ± 30D
100 A (∗∗) (∗) 1000 µA 2.5% ± 30D

MTX 3282 Range

Input
Resolution Protection
Accuracy
impedance 45 Hz to 1 kHz 1 kHz to 4 kHz 4 kHz to 20 kHz 20 to 50 kHz
MTX 3283
1000 µA approx. 170 Ω 10 nA 0.5% ± 40D 1% ± 30D 5% ± 30D -
10 mA approx. 17 Ω 0.1 µA
5% ± 30D
100 mA approx. 1.7 Ω 1 µA 11 A 0.3% ± 30D 1.5% ± 30D
1000 mA approx. 0.17Ω 10 µA 20A < 30s 3% ± 30D
10 A approx. 0.03Ω 100 µA 1.5% ± 30D -
2% ± 30D
100 A (∗∗) (∗) 1000 µA 2.5% ± 30D

(∗) with the fuse delivered with the instrument

(∗) 100 A range limited to 20 A
In presence of a continuous component :
additional error : (I DC / I measured) x (0,7% + 70 D)
A max. overload of 20 A is acceptable for 30 s max. with a pause of 5 min at least
between each measurement.
From 7 A, the measurement is limited to an ambient temperature of 40°C and a
period of 1h30 with a pause of 15 min at least between each measurement.
Specifications valid from 10% to 100% of range for sinusoidal current.
Protection 1000 Vrms by ceramic HRC type fuse
Fuse 1000 V, 11 A > 20 kA Cos ϕ > 0.9 (10 x 38 mm)

MTX 3282 MTX 3283
As soon as the PEAK symbol appears, switch to AUTO PEAK mode :
mA and µA range:
Additional error of 2% for a peak factor between 4.5 and 6
Additional error of 15% for a peak factor between 6 and 9
10 A range:
Zero up to peak factor of 6.
Voltage drop: 10 A < 400 mV
1 mA ≈ 160 mV 10 mA ≈ 180 mV
100 mA ≈ 180 mV 1000 mA ≈ 300 mV

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Frequency
measurement
Main frequency (Hz) In this position, you measure the frequency of a voltage.
AC Signals
Range Resolution Protection Accuracy
MTX 3281
0.8 to 10 Hz 0.0001 Hz
MTX 3282 10 to 100 Hz 0.001 Hz
MTX 3283 100 to 1000 Hz 0.01 Hz
1000 Hz to 10 kHz 0.1 Hz 1450 Vpk 0.02 % ± 8D
10 to 100 kHz 1 Hz
100 to 1000 kHz 10 Hz
1 MHz to 2 MHz 100 Hz

Sensitivity (applicable on rectangular signals only)

Range
100 mV 1V 10 V 100 V 1000 V
0.8 Hz to 10 Hz 15 % of range 25 % of range 15 % of range 15 % of range 15 % of range
10 Hz to 100 kHz 10 % of range 20 % of range 10 % of range 10 % of range 10 % of range (∗)
100 to 500 kHz (∗∗) 20 % of range typ. 20 % of range 20 % of range (∗) 20 % of range (∗)
500 to 1000 kHz typ. 30 % of range
- - - -
1 MHz to 2 MHz typ. 50 % of range

(∗) Freq [kHz] limited to: 15,000 / U applied [V]

U applied [V] limited to: 15,000 / Freq [kHz]
(∗∗) limited to 200 kHz
The measurement is performed by capacitive coupling.
Selection of the manual frequency range < 900 kHz (default) or > 900 kHz,
via a short pressing of the key opposite.
Selection of voltage range in manual mode possible, via a long pressing of the
key opposite.
Input resistance: ≈ 10 MΩ (Freq < 100 Hz)
Maximum permanent acceptable voltage: 1000 Vrms. See (∗).
Protection by varistors at the voltage input

Parallel You measure the frequency and value of a voltage or a current.

voltage or current Range Accuracy Resolution Admissible overload
or frequency 0.8 to 10 Hz 0.001 Hz
(secondary 10 to 100 Hz 0.01 Hz
function) 100 to 1000 Hz 0.1 Hz 1450 Vdc
0.02 % + 8D (1 min max.)
1000 to 10 kHz 1 Hz on 500 mV range
MTX 3281
10 to 100 kHz 10 Hz
MTX 3282 100 to 200 kHz 100 Hz
MTX 3283
Sensitivity (applicable on rectangular signals only) Vrms
Range
100 mV 1V 10 V to 1000 V (∗) 1000 µA to 20 A (∗∗)
0.8 Hz to 5 kHz 15 % of range 20 % of range 15 % of range 20 % of range
5 kHz to 50 kHz 10 % of range 20 % of range 10 % of range 20 % of range
50 kHz to 100 kHz 15 % of range 25 % of range 15 % of range
-
100 kHz to 200 kHz - 30 % of range 30 % of range

(∗) Freq limited to [kHz]: 15,000 / U applied [V]

U applied [V] limited to [V]: 15,000 [V ∗ kHz] / Freq [kHz]
(∗∗) limited to 20 kHz MTX 3281 ; at 50 kHz MTX 3282, MTX 3283 for the
"Ampere" range
Measurement is performed by capacitive coupling
Input resistance: ≈ 10 MΩ (Freq < 100 Hz)
Protection by varistors at voltage input

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Resistance In this position, you measure the value of a resistance.
Ω)
measurement (Ω
Range Accuracy Resolution Protection
MTX 3281
1000 Ω 10 mΩ
10 kΩ 100 mΩ
0.1 % + 8D
100 kΩ 1Ω
1000 Vrms
1000 kΩ 10 Ω
10 MΩ 0.5 % + 8D 100 Ω
50 MΩ 2 % + 8D 1 kΩ

MTX 3282 Range Accuracy Resolution Protection

MTX 3283
1 000 Ω 0.1 % + 8D 10 mΩ
10 kΩ 100 mΩ
100 kΩ 0.07 % + 8D 1Ω
1000 Vrms
1000 kΩ 10 Ω
10 MΩ 0.5 % + 8D 100 Ω
50 MΩ 2 % + 8D 1 kΩ

Automatic/manual range selection

"Active" protection via CTP thermistor
Measurement voltage: ca. 1.2 V
Maximum voltage developed on open circuit: 4 V typ

In range 50 MΩ, in order to avoid the influence of the network and to guarantee the
given specifications, it is advised to disconnect the multimeter from Wall Plug.

For measurements higher than 10 MΩ, a shielded cable is recommended.

For a 2 wire-link, use very short wires (< 25 cm) and twist them.

Continuity Mode ( ) On this position, you can measure the value of a resistance up to 1000 Ω, with
steady audio indication at 2 kHz.
MTX 3281
MTX 3282 Range Accuracy Measuring current Resolution Protection
MTX 3283 Beeper 0.1% + 8D approx. 0.4 mA 100 mΩ 1000 Vrms

Detection threshold in continuity mode ≈ 120 Ω (response time ≈ 5 ms).

"Active" protection via CTP thermistor.
Maximum voltage on open circuit: 4 V max, 2 V typ.

Diode Test ( ) Indication of junction voltage in the direction from 0 to 2.6 V in a single range
(10 V range)
MTX 3281
Accuracy 2 % ± 30 D
MTX 3282
Resolution 0.1 mV
MTX 3283
Measuring current < 1 mA
Maximum voltage developed on open circuit 4 V max.
"Exceeded" indication in reverse direction
"Active" protection by CTP thermistor 1000 Vrms

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Capacitance In this position, you can measure the value of a capacitor.
measurement Range Accuracy Resolution Measurement time Protection
( ) 10 nF (∗) 1 % + 10D 10 pF < 0,2 s
100 nF 100 pF < 0,5 s
MTX 3281 1000 nF 1 nF
1 % + 5D
MTX 3282 10 µF 10 nF <2s 1000 Veff.
MTX 3283 100 µF 100 nF
1000 µF 1 % + 15D 1 µF
≈ 5 s/mF
10 mF 1.5 % + 15D 10 µF

(∗) Use the REL function for values < 10 % of range to reset to residual zero
(compensation of the test lead capacity)
Resolution of 1000 points.
Automatic/manual range selection.
"Active" protection by CTP thermistor.
Maximum voltage delivered on open circuit: 1 V typ. / 4 V max.

For measurements lower than 10 nF, a shielded cable is recommended.

For a 2 wire-link, use very short wires (< 25 cm) and twist them.

Temperature In this position, you measure a temperature via a Pt 100 or Pt 1000 sensor.
measurement with Range Measuring current Resolution Accuracy Protection
Pt 100 or Pt 1000 < 0.8 mA (Pt 100)
- 125°C to + 75°C ± 0.5°C
< 0.5 mA (Pt 1000)
MTX 3282 0.1°C ≡ 2µV 1000 Vrms
< 0.8 mA (Pt 100) 0,1 % ± 1°C
- 200°C to + 800°C
MTX 3283 < 0.5 mA (Pt 1000) 0,07 % ± 1°C

"Active" protection by CTP thermistor

Display in °C (Celsius) / K (Kelvin) / °F (Fahrenhe it) possible

In Temperature measurement, it is possible to modify the scale of the graphic window

with the keys . The selected scale is recalled in the help line i.

Temperature In this position, you measure the temperature via a thermocouple:

measurement with Thermocouple K from -40°C to +1200°C
thermocouple J or K Thermocouple J from -40°C to +750°C
Internal measurement accuracy ± 3°C ± 0.1% range ( -10°C to 55°C)
MTX 3281
MTX 3282 Reference temp. accuracy ± 3°C / typical value
MTX 3283 Type of thermocouple J and K
The multimeter needs 60’ to adapt to the ambient temperature.

dBm measurement Display of measurement in dBm in relation to a resistance reference

(power decibels) (dBm REF) adjustable from 1 Ω to 10,000 Ω, factory set at 600 Ω.
Resolution 0.01 dB
MTX 3283 Absolute error in dB 0.09 x VAC relative error expressed in %
Additional calculation error 0.01 dB
Measuring range 10 mV to 1000 V
Protection 1000 Vrms

dB measurement Display of measurement in dB with the value measured (V ref) at activation of

(voltage decibels) the mode as voltage reference.
Resolution 0.01 dB
MTX 3283 Absolute error in dB 0.09 x VAC relative error expressed in %
Additional calculation error 0.01 dB
Measuring range 10 mV to 1000 V
Protection 1000 Vrms

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Peak measurement Secondary values Peak ranges Additional error Protection
Pk+ Peak V t > 250 µs 100 mV to 1000 V 3% ± 50D 1000 Vrms
Pk- Peak A t > 250 µs 1000 µA to 20 A 4% ± 50D or 10 Arms

MTX 3281
MTX 3282 Specifications valid from 20 % of the range in A, 10 % of the range in V
The value of the peak factor results from calculation: (Pk+ - Pk-) / 2 x Vrms
MTX 3283 Additional error for 250 µs < t < 500 µs : 3 %
Measurement zero reset : by pressing the key .

SURV Function Accuracy and rate: id. specifications Volt and Ampere measurements
(MIN, MAX, AVG) MTX 3281, MTX 3282, MTX 3283

Resistive power W Display of measurement in relative power in relation to a resistance reference

(W REF) adjustable from 1 to 10,000 Ω, factory-adjusted to 50 Ω.
2
The function performed is: (measured voltage) / W REF (unit W)
(measured current) ∗ W REF(unit W)
2

Ranges DC and AC
Resolution 100 µW
Accuracy 2 x accuracy in VDC or VAC (in %)
Protection 1000 Vrms

Power calculation In AC and AC+DC voltage measurement : this calculation is limited to 400 Hz
VxA The current measurement is always performed in AC+DC.
MTX 3282 Accuracy (typical) : V measurement accuracy + Peak A measurement accuracy
MTX 3283
The connection on the COM input must be short and of large diameter, in order to
limit the voltage drop which influences Volt measurement.

Duty ratio Display of the measurement in % of a logic signal (TTL, CMOS…)

DC+ DC+ Duty ratio =θ θ
DC- DC- Duty ratio =T-θ T

MTX 3281 Resolution 0.01%

MTX 3282 Minimum duration for θ 10 µs
Maximum duration for T 0.8 s
MTX 3283
Minimum duration for T 200 µs
Nominal range 5 to 90% typical
Sensitivity (10 V range) > 30% of the Freq range < 1 kHz
> 50% of the Freq range > 1 kHz
Absolute error on the duty
ratio, expressed in absolute % 0.05% + 0.0001 / T [t in s] Freq < 1 kHz
0.1% + 0.0005 / T [t in s] Freq > 1 kHz
Additional absolute error 0.1 x C/P
(slope at switching to zero) C = range in V or in A
(for range 1000 V, C = 5000)
P = slope in V/s, A/s
Protection 1000 Vrms

Pulse counting Depending on triggering conditions of frequency meter.

CNT+ Minimum pulse duration 5 µs
CNT- Counting up to 99999
Triggering threshold 10 % of range except range 1000 VAC
MTX 3282
MTX 3283 This threshold is: positive in , negative in
Counter reset to zero by pressing the key .

For negative events, reverse the cables.

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Pulse width Depending on triggering conditions of frequency meter.
PW+ Resolution 10 µs
PW- Minimum pulse width 100 µs
MTX 3282 Accuracy 0.05% ± 10 µs
MTX 3283 Maximum period duration 12.5 s
Triggering threshold 20 % of range except range 1000 VAC

This threshold is positive in , negative in .

Additional error on measurement caused by slope when crossing zero: see §.
Measurement of duty ratio.

For negative events, cross the cables.

Clock MTX 3281 Relative time with reset to zero at each

powering up
MTX 3282, MTX 3283 Real-time clock
Accuracy ≈ 30 s / month: real-time clock deviation
Display date - month - year / hour - minute - second

Influences • Specifications of the accuracy in the field of utilization:

Typical specifications = SPEC (1 + 0,05 ∆ t °C)
Specification of the considered measurement. Values given p. 33 to 38.
∆ T: difference between ambient temperature and input terminal nearest to
the field of reference.
 Example : temperature : 38°C DC measurement : 0,02 % + 8 D
∆ t °C = 38 - 28 = 10°C
SPEC (38°C) = (0,02 % + 8 D) (1 + 0,05 ∗ 10)
= 0,03 % + 12 D
• Electric field under 3 V/m : 1 per thousand at full scale. This influence does
not depend on the temperature.

Multimeter In the « General settings », the menu Traceability opens a file with
traceability, multimeter up-datings :
Calibration • Model
TRACEABILITY • Serial No
(refer to §.
• Firmware Version
Maintenance, Model No. : 3283
Metrological • Hardware Version
Serial No. : 10010110
verification) • Last Calibration
Firmware Vers. : 1.00
Hardware Vers. : C • Next Calibration

CALIBRATION
Last Cal. :
27/11/2005 10:08:25
Next Cal. :
27/11/2006 10:08:25

A periodic calibration (once a year) of the multimeter is necessary

to guarantee the given specification.

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General characteristics
Environmental Altitude < 2000 m
Conditions Reference temperature 23°C ± 5°C
Utilization temperature 0°C to 55°C
Influence of temperature see §. Influence
Relative humidity 0 % to 80 % at 0°C to 35°C
0 % to 70 % at 35°C to 45°C
limited to 70 % for the 50 MΩ range
Sealing IP 40 (EN 60529)
Operating range - 10°C to 55°C
Storage range - 40°C to 70°C

Power supply
MTX 3281 2 possibilities:
 Batteries 3 x 1.5 V alkaline LR6-AM3 AA
 Accumulators 3 x 1.2 V Ni-MH 2200 mAh AA

3 possibilities:
MTX 3282  Batteries 3 x 1,5 V alkaline LR6-AM3 AA
MTX 3283  Accumulators 3 x 1.2 V Ni-MH 2200 mAh AA
 Wall Plug power unit:

Mains voltage 230 V ± 10% or 110 V ± 10%

Overvoltage category CAT II
Frequency 45 Hz - 65 Hz

Via the power supply, the accumulators can be recharged without removing them
from the multimeter.
Charging period: from 12 to 15 h (with 2200 mAh accumulators)

Endurance  with batteries 80 h (VDC mode)

 with 2200 mAh accumulators approximately 65 h (VDC mode)
In case of intermittent use of the multimeter, powering by Ni-MH cells is
not recommended: this type of cell has an self-discharge rate of 100 %
after 3 months of non-use.

Endurances are reduced if the LCD backlight and/or the Bluetooth

communications interface is used."

Display Graphic LCD useful part 58 x 58 mm

orientable, backlit, transflective
improvement of contrast in full light
Main display 100,000 points + sign + curve adaptive
units + bargraph (40 segments)
indicators of modes engaged
battery level indicator, dangerous voltage
indicator…
Secondary display secondary functions with adapted units

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Safety As per CEI 61010-1 Ed. 2 (2001):
• Insulation class 2
• Degree of pollution 2
• Utilisation interior
• Altitude < 2000 m
• Measurement category
of "measurement" inputs CAT III, 1000 V in relation to earth
• Measurement category
of "measurement" inputs" CAT IV, 600 V in relation to earth

EMC This device was designed in accordance with EMC standards in force and its
compatibility was tested in accordance with the following standards:
• Emission (cl. A) and Immunity NF EN 61326-1 (1997) ; A1 (1998); A2 (2001)
• Max. influence in presence
of radiated fields See §. Influences

RS232-DB9F or The optical interface ensures insulation in relation to the connected peripheral
USB optical cables (PC) for the transfer of data or for remote control of the multimeter.
(options) RS232 communication interface parameters:
Transmission speed: 9600 / 19,200 / 38,400 Bauds/s

The other transmission parameters are set (8 data bits, 1 stop bit,
no parity).
USB communication interface: delivered with installation software.

Bluetooth Transmission speed 38.4 kbit/s

(-BT version only) Sensitivity -90 dBm
Max. power 20 dBm (100 mW)
Max. distance ca. 100 m
Battery life ca. 40 h (VDC mode) with alkaline batteries

Mechanical characteristics

Casing • Dimensions 87.8 x 265.5 x 107.5 in mm (open position)

87.8 x 187 x 48.6 in mm (casing closed)

• Weight 0.450 kg approximately

• Materials ABS VO (auto-extinguishing) and PC VO
external protective moulding in thermoplastic
rubber : SEBS
• Sealing IP 40 (EN 60529)

Packaging • Dimensions

MTX 3281 240 (L) x 158 (W) x 65 (H) in mm

MTX 3282, MTX 3283 297 (L) x 158 (W) x 60 (H) in mm

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Supply

Supply
Delivered with the
instrument
• Quick Check Guide (bilingual Fr - En)
MTX 3281 • Set of 3 batteries 1.5 V alkaline LR6-AM3
• Set of PVC test leads - 4 mm safety touch prods

• Quick Check Guide (bilingual Fr - En)

MTX 3282 • Set of 3 accumulators 1.2 V Ni-MH 2200 mAh
• Wall Plug power/charger unit
• Set of silicon test leads - 4 mm safety touch prods

• Quick Check Guide (bilingual Fr - En)

MTX 3283
• Set of 3 accumulators 1.2 V Ni-MH 2200 mAh
• Wall Plug power/charger unit
• Set of silicon test leads - 4 mm safety touch prods

Supplement
delivered with
versions • Acquisition software kit:
MTX 328I-COM - "Data Viewer" Acquisition software for PC
MTX 3282-COM - RS232-DB9F Optical cable
MTX 3283-COM

Optional • Calibration software of the MTX 328x range HX0059

Accessories
• Acquisition software kit: HX0050
- "Data Viewer" Acquisition software
- RS232-DB9F Optical cable
• External charger for NiMH cells HX0053
• USB Optical cable + installation software HX0056
• Adapter + K thermocouple P06239306
• Ammeter clamps:
MN 08 or 09 0.5 to 240 AAC ratio 1000 /1 40 Hz to 10 kHz P01120401 or 02
C100 or 103 0.1 to 1200 AAC ratio 1000 /1 30 Hz to 10 kHz P01120301 or 03
Ampflex 0.5 to 2000 AAC 1 mV/A 10 Hz to 20 kHz P01120504
MN 73 0.01 to 240 AAC 1mA/mV or 1A/10mV 40 Hz to 10 kHz P01120421
K2 0.1 to 450 mADC 1 mA/10 mV DC - 1.5 kHz P01120074
E6N 0.005 to 80 1 A/1 V or 1 A/10 mV DC - 8 kHz P01120040A
AAC/DC
PAC21 0.2 to 1400 AAC/DC 1 A/10 mV or 1 A/1 mV DC - 10 kHz P01120069

• "2 hands free" Transport Kit HX0052

• Set of 3 1.2 V Ni-MH cells HX0051
• PC Adapter USB/RS232 HX0055
• PC Adapter USB/BLUETOOTH P01637301
• USB optical cable HX0056
• Temperature sensor Pt 1000 HA1263

Spare parts • Fuse 1000 V, 11 A, 10 x 38 mm, 20 kA 541171

• Wall Plug power unit X02666
• Set of test leads - safety touch prods AG1064
• Optical cable RS232-DB9F X02736

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888888 (function) 9 dBm measurement 36
A dBm REF 15
absolute deviation 18 dBm 24
AC voltage 31 DC voltage 32
AC, AC+DC 7 DC 24
Accessories 3, 40 diode measurement 9, 35
accumulators 10, 11 display 6, 9, 39
activation (powered) 6, 10 DT 24
alert symbols 9 duty ratio 37
amount measured 27, 28
Ampere (function) 5, 12 E
audio warning 5, 13, 19 EMC 40
auto (key) 87 endurance 10
auto (mode) 17 energy 10, 11
auto hold (mode) 8, 17 English (Choice of language) 13
auto peak (key) 8 environment 3, 39
auto peak (mode) 17 erase 23
automatic detection 5 erase all 23
automatic recording 8
automatic stop 13 F
AVG 19 fault 13
favourite function 7, 27
B favourite measurement 7, 16
back-lighting 8, 9, 14 filter 14
bargraph 9 French (Choice of language) 13
basic (mode) 14 FREQ 20, 24
batteries 10 frequency measurement 7, 9, 16, 34
Bluetooth 5, 29, 40 function 8
buzzer 13 fuse 4, 12

C G
cable connection 16 General (function) 10
capacitance measurements 7, 9, 16, 35 General (menu) 13
casing 40 general settings 10, 29, 38
CF 24 Graphical display 9
charge (recharge) 10, 11 guarantee 4
charge life 19
CNT 24
coef. A 26, 27, 28
coef. B 26, 27
COM 5
comm. 29
communications 5
configuration 8, 10, 13, 14
configuration (menu) 16
continuity measurement 16
continuity mode 35
coupling 28
current measurement 7, 16, 33

D
date 13
dB measurement 36
db9f 29

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H Pt1000 (sensor) 7
help (i) 9 pulse counting 36
HOLD (mode) 8, 17 pulse width 37
humidity 3
R
I-J-K range 7, 28
impedance 14 range (control) 17
initial settings 13 range exceeded 5, 13
inputs 9 recharge (charge) 11
IR baud 29 recorded data 19
J (thermocouple) 7 recorder 5
jack connector 6, 11 recording 20, 21, 22, 23
K (thermocouple) 7 reference (adjustment) 19
keyboards 6 REL 8, 9, 17, 18
keys 7 resistance measurement 7, 16, 34
resistive power 36
L RS232C 5, 29
LCD contrast 13
S
M safety 3, 4, 39
main display 18 secondary displays 8
Main functions 7, 16 secondary functions 9, 24
main measurement 24 sensor 16
maintenance 4 software kit 29
MANU (key) 8, 17 SPEC (function) 8, 9, 20
MATH (function) 25, 26 standby 13
MAX 19 stop 7
measurement cable 3, 4 supply 39
Measurement category 3 SURV 8, 9, 13, 19
MEM (function) 9, 23 SX-DMM 29
MEM (key) 8
MEM (mode) 20 T
memory 23 TC J (thermocouple) 7
menu 8 TC K (thermocouple) 7
MIN 19 temperature 3
monitoring 5 temperature measurement 7, 9, 16, 34
terminal board 6
N-O thermocouple 7, 16
NO HOLD (mode) 8, 17 time 13
OL 5 traceability 37
optical cable 29, 39 transient overvoltages 5
optical link 5 type of energy 10

P U-V-W
parameters 13 unit 26, 27, 28
peak factor 17
peak measurement 36
PER (period) 24
Pk (peak) 24
power supply 38
power unit (Wall plug) 10, 11, 12
power unit (Wall plug) 11, 10, 12
protection 3, 4, 12
Pt100 (sensor) 7

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