UT803 Eng Manual

Model UT803
OPERATING MANUAL
Model UT803: OPERATING MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE
Overview
Unpacking Inspection
Safety Information
Rules For Safe Operation
International Electrical Symbols
The Meter Structure
Rotary Switch
Functional Buttons
Display Symbols
Measurement Operation
A. DC or AC Voltage Measurement
B. DC or AC Current Measurement
C. Measuring Resistance
D. Testing for Continuity
E. Testing Diodes
F. Capacitance Measurement
G. Frequency Measurement
H. Temperature Measurement
I . Measuring Transistor
Operation of Hold Mode
The POWER Button
The SELECT Button
Turning on the Display Backlight
The RANGE Button
The MAX MIN Button
AC/AC+DC Button
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TITLE
POWER INPUT Switch
Sleep Mode
RS232 Button
General Specifications
Accuracy Specifications
A. DC Voltage
B. AC Voltage
C. DC Current
D. AC Current
E. Resistance
F. Continuity Test
G. Diode Test
H. Capacitance
I . Frequency
J. Temperature
K. Transistor
Maintenance
A. General Service
B. Replacing the Fuses
C. Replacing the Battery
RS232C and USB Serial Port
System Requirements for Installing the UT803 Interface Program
RS232C Serial Port
A. Connecting between the Meter and computer
B. RS232C Port Cable
C. Setting of RS232C Serial Ports
USB Serial Port
B. Setting of USB Serial Ports
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Overview
This Operating Manual covers information on safety
and cautions. Please read the relevant information
carefully and observe all the Warnings and Notes strictly.
Warning
To avoid electric shock or personal injury, read the
Safety Information and Rules for Safety Operation
carefully before using the Meter.
and monitoring and capture of transient dynamic data,

displaying change of waveform during the measurement,
providing data and evidence to engineering technicians
for scientific research.
This is also a highly applied digital multimeter of good
performance with full overload protection and display
backlight function.
Digital Bench-Type True RMS Multimeter Model UT803

(hereafter referred to as the Meter) has autorange
and manual range options with maximum reading 5999
and 3 5/6 digits which has a unique outlook design.
In addition to all the conventional features including
DC/AC voltage, current, resistance, diode, continuity
test, capacitance, temperature 0C and 0F, transistor,
max/min, there is a data hold, low battery display, sleep
mode, RS232C and USB standard serial port for easy
connection with computer to realize macro recording
Unpacking Inspection
Open the package case and take out the Meter. Check the following items carefully to see any missing or damaged
part:
Item
Description
Operating Manual
1 piece
Test Lead
1 pair
Alligator Clip
1 pair
Multi-Purpose Socket
1 piece
Point Contact Temperature Probe (to be used under 2300C temperature measurement)
1 piece
Power Cord (AC 250V)
1 piece
RS232C Interface Cable
1 piece
USB Interface Cable
1 piece
Installation Guide & Computer Interface Software (CD-ROM)
1 piece
In the event you find any missing or damage, please contact your dealer immediately.
Qty
Safety Information
This Meter complies with the standards IEC61010: in
pollution degree 2, overvoltage category (CAT. I 1000V,
CAT.II 600V) and double insulation.
A Note identifies the information that user should pay

attention on.
International electrical symbols used on the Meter and
in this Operating Manual are explained on page 8.
CAT III: Distribution level, fixed installation, with smaller

transient overvoltages than CAT. IV
CAT IV: Primary supply level, overhead lines, cable
systems etc.
Use the Meter only as specified in this operating manual,
otherwise the protection provided by the Meter may be
impaired.
In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and
actions that pose hazards to the user, or may damage
the Meter or the equipment under test.
Rules For Safe Operation

Warning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury,
and to avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the
equipment under test, adhere to the following rules:
l Before using the Meter inspect the case. Do not use

the Meter if it is damaged or the case (or part of the
case) is removed. Look for cracks or missing plastic.
Pay attention to the insulation around the connectors.
l Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed
metal. Check the test leads for continuity. Replace
damaged test leads with identical model number or
electrical specifications before using the Meter.
l Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked
on the Meter, between the terminals or between any
terminal and grounding.
l The rotary switch should be placed in the right position
and no any changeover of range shall be made during
measurement is conducted to prevent damage of the
Meter.
l When the Meter working at an effective voltage over

60V in DC or 30V rms in AC, special care should be
taken for there is danger of electric shock.
l Use the proper terminals, function, and range for
your measurements.
l If the value to be measured is unknown, use the
maximum measurement position and reduce the
range step by step until a satisfactory reading is
obtained.
l Do not use or store the Meter in an environment of
high temperature, humidity, explosive, inflammable
and strong magnetic field. The performance of the
Meter may deteriorate after dampened.
l When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind
the finger guards.
l Disconnect circuit power and discharge all highvoltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity,
diodes, current, or capacitance.
l Before measuring current, check the Meters fuses
and turn off power to the circuit before connecting
the Meter to the circuit.
l Replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator

appears. With a low battery, the Meter might
produce false readings that can lead to electric shock
and personal injury.
l Remove test leads, temperature probe, RS232C
interface cable, USB interface cable and alligator clip
from the Meter and turn the Meter power off before
opening the Meter case.
l When servicing the Meter, use only the same model
number or identical electrical specifications
replacement parts.
l The internal circuit of the Meter shall not be altered
at will to avoid damage of the Meter and any accident.
l Soft cloth and mild detergent should be used to clean
the surface of the Meter when servicing. No abrasive
and solvent should be used to prevent the surface
of the Meter from corrosion, damage and accident.
l The Meter is suitable for indoor use.
l Turn the Meter power off when it is not in use.

l Take out the battery when not using for a long time
if using battery to power on the Meter.
l When using battery to power on the Meter, constantly
check the battery as it may lead when it has been
using for some time, replace the battery as soon as
leaking appears. A leaking battery will damage the
Meter.
International Electrical Symbols

AC or DC
Grounding
Double Insulated
Warning. Refer to the Operating Manual
Deficiency of Built-In Battery
Continuity Test
Diode
Capacitance Test
Fuse
Conforms to Standards of European Union
The Meter Structure (see figure 1)
(Figure 1)
1. LCD Display
3. Input Terminals
2. Rotary Switch
4. Functional Buttons
Rotary Switch
Below table indicated for information about the rotary switch positions:
Rotary Switch Position
Function
AC and DC voltage measurement
:Continuity test.
:Diode test.
:Resistance measurement.
Capacitance test
Hz
0
hFE
A
mA
A
10
Hz :Frequency measurement.
0
F :Temperature in Fahrenheit
Temperature in celsius
Transistor test
AC or DC current measurement range from 0.1uA to 5999uA.
AC or DC current measurement range from 0.01mA to 599.9mA.
AC or DC current measurement range from 0.01A to 10.00A.
Functional Buttons
Below table indicated for information about the functional button operations.
Button
POWER
LIGHT
SELECT
Operation Performed
Turn the power on and off.
Turn the display backlight on and off.
l Switches between AC and DC measurement.
l Switches between continuity and diode and resistance measurements
l Switches between frequency and Fahrenheit temperature.
HOLD
Press HOLD to enter and exit the Hold mode in any mode, the Meter beeps.
RANGE
Press RANGE to switch between manual and auto ranging.
RS232C
Turn on or off the serial port interface without changing the original setting.
MAX MIN
Starts recording of maximum and minimum values. Steps the display through high (MAX) and low (MIN).
AC AC+DC To select AC or AC+DC measurement.
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Display Symbols (see figure 2)
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5.6.7
10 1
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Auto Range Manual
C umVA
~mV Trms
DC munF 0F
Mk Hz
0
AC+DC Trus RMS

RS232
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HOLD
MAX
hFE
MIN
2
8
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(Figure 2)
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Number
Symbol
True RMS
HOLD
Meaning
Indicator for true rms value.

Data hold is active.
Sleep Mode feature is enabled.
Indicates negative reading.
AC
Indicator for AC voltage or current.
DC
Indicator for DC voltage or current
AC+DC
Indicator for AC+DC measurement
OL
,K ,M
A, mA, A
The input value is too large for the selected range.

:Ohm. The unit of resistance.
K
:kilohm. 1 x 103 or 1000 ohms.
:Megaohm.1x106 or 1,000,000 ohms.
:Amperes (amps).The unit of current.
mA:Milliamp. 1 x 10-3 or 0.001 amperes.

A : Microamp. 1x 10-6 or 0.000001 amperes.
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Number
Symbol
V, mV
Meaning
V : Volts. The unit of voltage.

mV: Millivolt.1 x 10-3 or 0.001 volts.
F, mF,
F : Farad.The unit of capacitance.
F,nF
mF: Millifarad.1 x 10-3 or 0.001 farads

F : Microfarad.1x10-6 or 0.000001 farads.
nF : Nanofarad.1 x 10-9 or 0.000000001 farads.
C, F
Centigrade temperature
Temperature in Fahrenheit
Hz, kHz,
MHz
Hz : Hertz. The unit of frequency in cycles/second.

kHz : Kilohertz. 1 x 103 or 1,000 hertz.
MHz: Megahertz. 1 x 106 or 1,000,000 hertz.
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Unit of transistor.
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Test of diode
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The continuity buzzer is on.
Number
Symbol
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AutoRange
Meaning
Indicator of Auto or manual range
Manual
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MAX MIN
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RS232
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Display of maximum or minimum value.

Data output is in progress.
The battery is low.
Warning: To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or
personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator appears.
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hFE
Transistor test is on
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Measurement Operation
A. DC or AC Voltage Measurement (See figure 3)
Warning
To avoid harms to you or damages to the Meter from
electric shock, please do not attempt to measure
voltages higher than 1000V although readings may
be obtained.
To measure DC/AC voltage, connect the Meter as

follows:
1. Insert the red test lead into the V terminal and the
black test lead into the COM terminal. If the measured
value is less than 600mV, insert the red test lead
into mV terminal instead and press RANGE button
to select manual range 600.0mV mode, the LCD
displays MANUAL and mV.
2. Set the rotary switch to V ; press SELECT button
to select DC or AC measurement mode.
3. Connect the test leads across with the object being
measured. The measured value shows on the display.
AC measurement displays True RMS value.
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(Figure 3)
4. Press AC/AC+DC button to measure AC+DC voltages

true RMS.
Note
l In each range, the Meter has an input impedance of
10M except 600mV range has 3000M . This
loading effect can cause measurement errors in high
impedance circuits. If the circuit impedance is less
than or equal to 10k , the error is negligible (0.1%
or less).
l When DC/AC voltage measurement has been
completed, disconnect the connection between the
testing leads and the circuit under test, and remove
the testing leads away from the input terminals of
the Meter.
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B. DC or AC Current Measurement (See figure 4)

Warning
Before connect the Meter in serial with the tested
return circuit, close the return circuits current to avoid
the dangerous of sparking.
If the fuse burns out during measurement, the Meter
may be damaged or the operator himself may be hurt.
Use proper terminals, function, and range for the
measurement. When the testing leads are connected
to the current terminals, do not parallel them across
any circuit.
To measure current, do the following:

1. Insert the red test lead into the A mA terminal and
the black test lead into the COM terminal.
2. Set the rotary switch to an appropriate measurement
position in A , mA or A , press SELECT button
to select AC or DC measurement mode.
3. Connect the test leads in serial with the object being
AC measurement displays True RMS value.
4. Press AC/AC+DC button to measure AC+DC
currents true RMS
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(Figure 4)
Note
l If the value of current to be measured is unknown,
use the maximum measurement position, and reduce
the range step by step until a satisfactory reading is
obtained.
l For safety sake, each measurement time of high
current (>5A) should be less than 10 seconds and
the interval time between 2 measurements should
be greater than 15 minutes.
l When current measurement has been completed,
disconnect the connection between the testing leads
and the circuit under test, and remove the testing
leads away from the input terminals of the Meter.
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C. Measuring Resistance (see figure 5)

Warning
To avoid damages to the Meter or to the devices under
test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all the
high-voltage capacitors before measuring resistance.
To avoid harms to you, please do not attempt to input
voltages higher than 60V DC or 30V AC.
To measure resistance, connect the Meter as follows:

1 . Insert the red test lead into the terminal and the
black test lead into the COM terminal.
2 . Set the rotary switch to
, press SELECT
button to select
measurement mode.
3 . Connect the test leads across with the object being
(Figure 5)
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Note
l The test leads and the Meter inside wire will bring
around 0.2
to 0.5 of error to resistance
measurement when measuring low resistance. To
obtain accurate readings in low-resistance, shortcircuit the test lead beforehand and record the reading
obtained, call this reading as X. Then use the equation:
measured resistance value (Y) (X) = accurate
readings of resistance.
l If
reading with shorted test leads is not < 0.5 ,
check for loose test leads, incorrect function selection,
or any other reasons.
l When measuring high resistance (>1M ), it is normal
to take several seconds to obtain a stable reading.
In order to obtain stable reading, choose shorter test
lead to carrying out measurement.
l The LCD displays OL indicating open-circuit for the
tested resistor or the resistor value is higher than the
maximum range of the Meter.
l When resistance measurement has been completed,

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D. Testing for Continuity (See figure 6)

Warning
To avoid damages to the Meter or to the devices under
test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all the
high-voltage capacitors before testing for continuity.
To test for continuity, connect the Meter as below:

1. Insert the red test lead into the terminal and the
2. Set the rotary switch to
and press SELECT
button to select
measurement mode.
3. Connect the test lead across with the object being
measured. The buzzer sounds if the resistance of a
circuit under test is < 70 , the circuit is in good
condition. The buzzer does not sound if the resistance
of a circuit under test is >70 , the circuit is broken.
4. The measured value shows on the display and the
unit is .
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(Figure 6)
Note
l Open circuit voltage around -1.2V and range is 600 .
l When continuity testing has been completed,
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E. Testing Diodes (See figure 7)

Warning
To avoid possible damage to the Meter and to the
device under test, disconnect circuit power and
discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing
diodes.
Use the diode test to check diodes, transistors, and

other semiconductor devices. The diode test sends a
current through the semiconductor junction, and then
measures the voltage drop across the junction. A good
silicon junction drops between 0.5V and 0.8V.
(Figure 7)
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To test a diode out of a circuit, connect the Meter as follows:

1. Insert the red test lead into terminal and the black
test lead into the COM terminal.
and press SELECT
button to select
measurement mode.
3. For forward voltage drop readings on any
semiconductor component, place the red test lead
on the components anode and place the black test
lead on the components cathode. The measured
value shows on the display.
l When diode testing has been completed, disconnect

the connection between the testing leads and the
circuit under test, and remove the testing leads away
from the input terminals of the Meter.
Note
l Connect the test leads to the proper terminals as
said above to avoid error display. The LCD will
display OL indicating diode being tested is open or
polarity is reversed. The unit of diode is Volt (V),
displaying the forward voltage drop readings.
l Open circuit voltage is around 2.7V.
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F. Capacitance Measurement (See figure 8)

Warning
To avoid damage to the Meter or to the equipment
under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge
all high-voltage capacitors before measuring
capacitance. Use the DC Voltage function to confirm
that the capacitor is discharged.
To measure capacitance, connect the Meter as follows:

1. Insert the red test lead into the Hz mV terminal and
the black test lead into the COM terminal.
.
(Figure 8)
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Note
l The Meter displays a fixed value which is the
distributed capacitors value of the inside Meter. To
ensure accuracy, it is necessary to subtract this value
from the measured value when measuring small
capacitor.
l Multi-purpose socket can be used instead of testing
leads. Insert the capacitor being tested into the
corresponding input terminal of the multi-purpose
socket. When measuring small capacitor value,
more accurate value can be obtained using multipurpose socket.
l It is normal to take a longer time when testing a
capacitor value higher than 600F.
l The LCD displays OL indicating the tested capacitor
is shorted or it exceeds the maximum range.
l When capacitance measurement has been

testing leads and the circuit under test and remove
the testing leads away from the input terminals of
the Meter.
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G. Frequency Measurement (see figure 9)

Warning
tested frequencys voltages higher than 30V rms.
To measure frequency, connect the Meter as follows:

1. Insert the red test lead into the Hz terminal and the
2. Set the rotary switch to Hz0F and press SELECT
button to select Hz measurement mode.
(Figure 9)
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Note
l When making frequency measurement, it must comply
with the following scope (a) requirement:
When 10Hz ~ 1Mz
:150mV a 30V rms
When > 1Mz~ 10MHz
:300mV a 30V rms
When > 10Mz~ 50MHz
:600mV a 30V rms
When > 50Mz
:Unspecified
l When frequency measurement has been completed,
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H. Temperature Measurement (see figure 10)

Warning
To measure temperature, connect the Meter as follows:

1. Set the rotary switch to 0C to measure degree celsius
temperature or Hz0F and press SELECT button to
select 0F measurement mode to measure Fahrenheit
temperature.
2. Insert the multi-purpose socket into the corresponding
Hz and COM terminal.
3. Insert the temperature probe to the corresponding
input terminal of the multi-purpose socket.
4. Place the temperature probe to the object being
measured. The measured value shows on the display
after few seconds.
(Figure 10)
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Note
l The testing environment must between 180C to 280C
to ensure accuracy especially when measuring low
temperature.
l Different reading may be obtained when testing room
environment under short or open circuit situation,
then short-circuited reading shall be considered as
the correct reading.
l The included point contact temperature probe can
only be used under 2300C. For any measurement
higher than that, the rod type temperature probe
must be used instead.
l When temperature measurement has been

temperature probe, multi-purpose socket and the
circuit under test, and remove the temperature probe
away from the input terminals of the multi-purpose
socket, and remove the multi-purpose socket away
from the input terminals of the Meter.
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I. Measuring Transistor (see figure 11)

Warning
To measure transistor, connect the Meter as follows:

1. Insert the multi-purpose socket into the AmA and
Hz input terminal.
2. Set the rotary switch to hFE.
3. Insert the NPN or PNP type transistor to be tested
into the corresponding input terminals of the multipurpose socket.
4. The measured nearest transistor value shows on
the display.
Note
l When transistor measeurement has been completed,
remove the tested transistor from the multi-purpose
socket and remove the multi-purpose scoket from
the input terminal
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PNP
NPN
(Figure 11)
Operation of Hold Mode

Warning
To avoid possibility of electric shock, do not use Hold
mode to determine if circuits are without power. The
Hold mode will not capture unstable or noisy readings.
The SELECT Button

It uses for selecting the required measurement function
when there is more than one function at one position
of the rotary switch.
The Hold mode is applicable to all measurement functions.

l Press HOLD to enter Hold mode.
l Press HOLD again to exit Hold mode and the Meter
displays the present measurement value.
l In Hold mode, is displayed.
The POWER Button

This is a self-lock switch uses to turn on or off the power
of the Meter. It is located at the tail of the Meter.
"I" means power up the Meter while "O" means power
off the Meter.
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Turning on the Display Backlight

Warning
In order to avoid the hazard arising from mistaken
readings in insufficient light or poor vision, please
use Display Backlight function.
l Press LIGHT button to turn the Display Backlight on.

l Press LIGHT button again to turn the Display Backlight
off, otherwise it will stay on continuously.
l When using the AC power to turn the Meter on, the
Display Backlight always stays on.
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The RANGE Button

l Press RANGE to enter the manual ranging mode;
the Meter beeps.
l Press and hold RANGE for over 1 second to return
to autoranging; the Meter beeps.
The MAX MIN Button
POWER INPUT Switch
MAX MIN recording mode captures and stores the

maximum and minimum input value detected.
It is used to select AC 220V/50Hz or DC 6pcs of 1.5V

battery (R14) to power on the Meter. It is located at the
tail of the Meter.
To use the MAX MIN mode as follows:

l Press MAX MIN to display the highest reading
( MAX is shown on display).
l Press MAX MIN again to display the lowest reading
( MIN is shown on display).
Press and hold MAX MIN for over 1 second to exit
the MAX MIN mode.
AC/AC+DC Button
It is used to select measuring AC or AC+DC when
measuring AC. Press it only at the AC voltage or current
measuring mode which is at the rotary switch
position V , mV ,A , mA or A . +DC will
be displayed when it is pressed under DC measurement
mode.
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Sleep Mode
RS232 Button
When the Meter display

symbol, it automatically
turns off if you do not turn the rotary switch or press
any button for around 10 minutes to preserve battery.
The last measurement value will be kept.
Press RS232 button to enter or exit data output mode.

In RS232C serial port data output mode, the Hold and
Max Min mode cannot output to the computer, the
computer will only display the present measuring value.
In RS232C serial port data output mode, Sleep Mode
function will be disabled, symbol disappears. +DC,
hFE and cannot output to the computer.
The Meter can be activated by pressing the POWER

button off and then on or pressing the HOLD button, it
will display the last measurement value before it entered
sleep mode and under the HOLD mode.
Turning the rotary switch can also activate the Meter.
However, it will start from the switch selected function
and it will not display the last measurement value before
it entered sleep mode.
To disable the Sleep Mode function, press MAX MIN,
RANGE, or RS232 button while turning on the Meter,
the symbol disappears.
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General Specifications
l Maximum Voltage between any Terminals and
Grounding:
Refer to different range input protection voltage.
Fused Protection for HzmV Input Terminal:
l
200mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm (only apply on
hFE functions)
Fused Protection for AmA Input Terminal:
l
500mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm.
l
Fused Protection for 10A Input Terminal:
10A, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm.
l
Fused Protection for AC220V Terminal:
200mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm.
At AC220V power: without fuse protection.
l Maximum Display : Digital: 5999
l Measurement Speed: Updates 2-3 times/second.
: Manual or auto ranging.
l Range
: Auto
l Polarity Display
l Overloading Display : OL
l Temperature:
Operating: 00C to +400C (320F to +1040F).
Storage : -100C to +500C (140F to +1220F).
l Relative Humidity:
75% @ 00C - 300C below; 50% @ 30 - 400C.
l Altitude:
Operating: 2000 m.
Storage : 10000 m.
l Below 1V/m electrostatic discharge:
Accuracy = specified accuracy + 5% of the range.
Over 1V/m electrostatic discharge:Without
specified accuracy.
l Power:
AC220V/50Hz or 6 pieces of 1.5V battery (R14).
l Battery Deficiency:
Display
l Dimensions (HxWxL):
105 x 240 x 310 mm.
l Weight:
Approximate 2kg (accessories excluded).
l Safety/Compliances:
IEC61010 CAT. I 1000V, CAT. II 600V overvoltage
and double insulation standard.
l Certifications:
, UL pending.
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Accuracy Specifications
Accuracy: (a% reading + b digits),guarantee for 1 year.
Operating temperature: 230C 50C.
Relative humidity: not more than 75% RH.
Temperature coefficient: 0.1 x (specified accuracy)/10C.
A. DC Voltage
Range
Resolution
600mV
0.1mV
6V
0.001V
60V
0.01V
600V
0.1V
1000V
1V
Remarks:
l Input Impedance:
At 600mV range : Around > 3000M .
At all other ranges: Around 10M .
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Accuracy
Overload Protection
(0.6%+2)
(0.3%+2)
(0.5%+3)
1000V
B. AC Voltage
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
Overload Protection
40Hz-50kHz: (0.6%+5)
600mV
0.1mV
>50kHZ-100kHz: (1%+5)
40Hz-1kHz: (0.6%+5)
6V
0.001V
>1kHz-10kHz: (1.0%+5)
>10kHz-100kHz: (3%+5)
40Hz-1kHz: (0.6%+5)
60V
0.01V
1000V
>1kHz-10kHz: (1.5%+5)
>10kHz-20kHz: (3%+5)
>20kHz-100kHz: (8%+5)
600V
0.1V
1000V
1V
40Hz-1kHz: (0.6%+5)
>1kHz-10kHz: (3.5%+5)
40Hz-1kHz: (1.2%+3)
>1kHz-3kHz: (3%+3)
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Remarks:
l Input Impedance:
At 600mV range : Around > 3000M
At all other ranges: Around 10M
l Displays:
True RMS (applicable to the range of 10%~95%)
At 1000V range: AC peak factor 1.5.
All other ranges: AC peak factor 3.0.
Input short circuit has around less than 30 remaining digits, it will not affect accuracy.
AC+DC measurement accuracy = range's accuracy + 1%
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C. DC Current
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
Overload Protection
(0.5%+3)
Fuse 500mA, 250V,
600A
0.1A
6000A
1A
60mA
0.01mA
600mA
0.1mA
(0.8%+3)
10A
10mA
(1.2%+3)
fast type, 5x20mm.

Fuse 10A, 250V,
fast type, 5x20mm.
Remarks:
l At 5A range: Continuous measurement is allowed.
l At >5A range: For continuous measurement 10 seconds and interval not less than 15 minutes.
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D. AC Current
Range
Resolution
600A
0.1A
6000A
1A
60mA
0.01mA
600mA
0.1mA
10A
10mA
Accuracy
40Hz~10kHz: (1.0%+5)
>10kHz~15kHz: (2%+5)
Overload Protection
Fuse 500mA, 250V, fast

type, 5x20mm.
40Hz~10kHz: (1%+5)
>10kHz~15kHz: (3%+5)
40Hz~5kHz: (2.0%+6)
Fuse 10A,250V,
fast type, 5x20mm.
Remarks:
l At 5A range: Continuous measurement is allowed.
l At >5A range : For continuous measurement 10 seconds and interval not less than 15 minutes.
l Displays:
True RMS (applicable to the range of 10%~95%)
AC peak factor 3.0.
Input short circuit has around less than 30 remaining digits, it will not affect accuracy.
AC+DC measurement accuracy = range's accuracy + 1%
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E. Resistance
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
Overload Protection
(0.8%+3) + test lead short

600
0.1
6k
0.001k
60k
0.01k
600k
0.1k
6M
0.001M
(0.8%+2)
60M
0.01M
(1.2%+3)
circuit resistance value

(0.5%+2)
250V rms
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F. Continuity Test
Range
Resolution
Overload Protection
Remarks
l Open circuit voltage approximate -1.2V.
l When circuit disconnected with resistance value
250V rms
> 70 , buzzer does not beep.

l When circuit is in good connection with resistance
value
70
buzzer beeps continuously.
G. Diode Testst
Range
Resolution
10mV
Overload Protection
250V rms
Remarks
l Open circuit voltage approximate 2.7V.
l Working current approximate 1mA.
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H. Capacitance
Range
Resolution
6nF
0.001nF
60nF
0.01nF
600nF
0.1nF
6F
0.001F
60F
0.01F
600F
0.1F
(3%+4)
6mF
0.001mF
(5%+4)
Remarks:
l At 6nF, 60nF and 600nF Range: reading must subtract
Accuracy
Overload Protection
(2.5%+5)
(2%+5)
250V rms
the test lead open circuit capacitance value.
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I. Frequency
Range
Resolution
6kHz
0.001kHz
60kHz
0.01kHz
600kHz
0.1kHz
6MHz
0.001MHz
60MHz
0.01MHz
Remarks:
l Input scope (a): (DC electric level is zero)
When 10Hz ~ 1MHz
: 150mV a 30V rms
When > 1MHz ~ 10MHz : 300mV a 30V rms
When > 10MHz ~ 50MHz : 600mV a 30V rms
When > 50MHz
: Unspecified
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Accuracy
Overload Protection
(0.1%+3)
250V rms
J. Temperature
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
0
-40 C~0 C
0
1C
(8%+5)
>0 C~400 C
0
(1%+3)
0
>400 C~1000 C
0
-40 C~32 C
0
1F
250V rms
(1.5%+3)
(8%+5)
>32 F~752 F
0
Overload Protection
(1.5%+5)
0
>752 F~1832 F
(2.5%+5)
Remarks:
l The included point contact temperature probe can only be used to measure under 2300C temperature. For any
measurement higher than that, the rod type temperature probe must be used instead.
K. Transistor
Range
hFE
Resolution
1
Overload Protection
l Fuse 200mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm.
l Fuse 500mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm
Remarks
Vce
2.2V bo
10A
1000 MAX
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Maintenance
A. General Service
This section provides basic maintenance information

including battery and fuse replacement instruction.
l Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and

mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents.
l To clean the terminals with cotton bar with detergent,
as dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings.
l Turn off the power of the Meter when it is not in use.
l Take out the battery when it is using for a long time.
l Do not use or store the Meter in a place of humidity,
high temperature, explosive, inflammable and strong
magnetic field.
Warning
Do not attempt to repair or service your Meter unless
you are qualified to do so and have the relevant
calibration, performance test, and service information.
To avoid electrical shock or damage to the Meter, do
you get water inside the case.
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B. Replacing the Fuses (see figure 12)

Warning
To avoid electrical shock or arc blast, or personal
injury or damage to the Meter, use specified fuses
ONLY in accordance with the following procedure.
To replace the Meters fuse:

1. Press the POWER to turn the Meter off, disconnect
the power cord and remove all connections from the
terminals.
2. Fuse 1: Remove the screws from the power socket
at the rear of the Meter. Remove the fuse by gently
prying one end loose, then take out the fuse from
its bracket. Then install the replacement fuse.
Fuse 2 and 3: Use a coin to open the accessories
compartment at the top of the front cover, then you
will see a fuse compartment. Open the fuse
compartment to replace fuse 2 and 3. Remove the
fuse by gently prying one end loose, then take out
the fuse from its bracket.
Then install the replacement fuse.
(Figure 12)
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Fuse 4:It is located at the PCB. Remove the fuse

by gently prying one end loose, then take out the
fuse from its bracket. Then install the replacement
fuse
3. Install ONLY replacement fuses with the identical
type and specification as follows and make sure the
fuse is fixed firmly in the bracket.
Fuse 1: 200mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20mm (AC220V)
Fuse 2: 10A, 250V, fast type, 5x20 mm (A)
Fuse 3: 500mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20 mm (A, mA)
Fuse 4: 200mA, 250V, fast type, 5x20 mm (hFE)
Replacement of the fuses is seldom required. Burning
of a fuse always results from improper operation.
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C. Replacing the Battery (see figure 13)

Warning
To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible
electric shock or personal injury, replace the battery
as soon as the battery indicator
appears when
using battery to power on the Meter.
To replace the battery:

1. Press the POWER to turn the Meter off and remove
all connections from the terminals.
2. Use a coin to open the accessories compartment at
the top of the front case.
3. Use a coin to open the battery compartment inside
the accessories compartment located at the top of
he front case.
4. Remove all the batteries from the battery
compartment.
5. Replace the battery with new 6pcs of 1.5V battery
(R14).
6..Rejoin the battery compartment and also the
accessories compartment located at the top of the
front case.
(Figure 13)
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RS232C and USB Serial Port

System Requirements for Installing the UT803
Interface Program
To use UT803 Interface Program, you need the following
hardware and software:
l An IBM PC or equivalent computer with 80486 or
higher processor and 600 x 800 pixel or better monitor.
l Microsoft Windows 95 or above.
l At least 8MB of RAM.
l At least 8MB free space in hard drive.
l Can access to a local or a network CD-ROM.
l A free serial port.
l A mouse or other pointing device supported by
Windows.
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RS232C Serial Port

A. Connecting between the Meter and computer (see figure 14)
UT803 Back Faceplate

To COMPUTER
(Figure 14)
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B. RS232C Port Cable

The Meter
D-sub
9 Pin Male
1 (DCD)
2 (RXD)
3 (TXD)
4 (DTR)
5 (SG)
6 (DSR)
7 (RTS)
8 (CTS)
9 (RI)
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C. Setting of RS232C Serial Ports

Computer
D-sub
D-sub
9 Pin Female 25 Pin Female
1 (DCD)
8 (DCD)
3 (TXD)
2 (TXD)
2 (RXD)
3 (RXD)
4 (DTR)
20 (DTR)
5 (SG)
7 (SG)
6 (DSR)
6 (DSR)
7 (RTS)
4 (RTS)
8 (CTS)
5 (CTS)
9 (RI)
22 (RI)
Default of RS232C serial port for communication is set as:

Baud Rate
19200
Start bit
1
Stop bit
1
Data bits
7
Parity Odd
USB Serial Port

(see figure 15)
B. Setting of USB Serial Ports
Install the USB serial port driver according to the
Installation Guide & Computer Interface Software
before connecting the Meter and computer.
UT803 Back Faceplate

To COMPUTER
Check for the USB Serial port shown at the Control

Panel => System => Device Manager. Make sure
connect the Meter and the computer with the same
port.
Please refer to the included Installation Guide &
Computer Interface Software for installing and
operating instructions of the UT803 Interface Program..
USB INTERFACE CABLE
(Figure 15)
The Meter is to be supplied from an identical USB port

complying with the requirement of Limit Power Source.
**END**
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This operating manual is subject to change without notice.

Copyright 2004 Uni-Trend International Limited.
All rights reserved.
Manufacturer: UNI-TREND TECHNOLOGY(DONG GUAN)LIMITED
Address: Dong Fang Da Dao, Bei Shan Dong Fang Industrial
Development District, Hu Men Town, Dong Guan City,
Guang Dong Province, China
Headquarters: Uni-Trend International Limited
Address: Rm901, 9/F, Nanyang Plaza 57 Hung To Road
Kwun Tong Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2950 9168
Fax: (852) 2950 9303
Email: [email protected]
http://www.uni-trend.com
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and monitoring and capture of transient dynamic data,

Digital Bench-Type True RMS Multimeter Model UT803

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Power Cord (AC 250V)

RS232C Interface Cable

USB Interface Cable

Installation Guide & Computer Interface Software (CD-ROM)

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A Note identifies the information that user should pay

CAT III: Distribution level, fixed installation, with smaller

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Rules For Safe Operation

l Before using the Meter inspect the case. Do not use

l When the Meter working at an effective voltage over

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l Replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator

l Turn the Meter power off when it is not in use.

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International Electrical Symbols

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The Meter Structure (see figure 1)

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Press RANGE to switch between manual and auto ranging.

AC AC+DC To select AC or AC+DC measurement.

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Display Symbols (see figure 2)

Auto Range Manual

AC+DC Trus RMS

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Indicator for true rms value.

Sleep Mode feature is enabled.

Indicates negative reading.

Indicator for AC voltage or current.

Indicator for DC voltage or current

Indicator for AC+DC measurement

The input value is too large for the selected range.

:kilohm. 1 x 103 or 1000 ohms.

:Megaohm.1x106 or 1,000,000 ohms.

:Amperes (amps).The unit of current.

mA:Milliamp. 1 x 10-3 or 0.001 amperes.

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V : Volts. The unit of voltage.

F : Farad.The unit of capacitance.

mF: Millifarad.1 x 10-3 or 0.001 farads

Hz : Hertz. The unit of frequency in cycles/second.

The continuity buzzer is on.

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Indicator of Auto or manual range

Display of maximum or minimum value.

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To measure DC/AC voltage, connect the Meter as

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4. Press AC/AC+DC button to measure AC+DC voltages

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