
Models covered by this instruction sheet
DPM8100-2 3.5 DIGIT 200mV DC
DPM8100A-2 3.5 DIGIT 2V DC
DPM8120-2 3.5 DIGIT 200mV AC
DPM8120A-2 3.5 DIGIT 2V AC
DPM8140-2 3.5 DIGIT 200mV True RMS AC
DPM8400-2 4.5 DIGIT 200mV DC
DPM8400A-2 4.5 DIGIT 2V DC
DPM8420-2 4.5 DIGIT 200mV AC
DPM8420A-2 4.5 DIGIT 2V AC
The DPM8100-2 and DPM8400-2 series meters can be ranged as
voltmeters or ammeters by fitting multiplier or shunt resistors (not
included) into the labelled positions on the main printed circuit board
as shown on the diagram overleaf. Wire link "JP1" may need to be
removed for some voltmeter ranges.
Using close tolerance resistors, the minimum of recalibration is
required. For accurate setting a calibrated supply should be used. The
resistors fitted should be adequately rated for the current or voltage
range.
For non standard ranging and calibration, application sheet No.
AES040 is available on request.
Over range is indicated by -1 on the display for 3.5 digit meters and by
flashing zero's on the 4.5 digit meters
1Remove instrument from its protective plastic bag and clip
off front cover.
2Pull off the three green safety terminals from the rear of the
meter. The complete panel meter assembly can now be
removed from its case by carefully levering the base of the
LED display board over the plastic retaining lug while
pushing gently on the terminal pins at the rear.
3With reference to the Range Specification table and notes
overleaf, determine the resistance values to be fitted for the
required voltage or current range. Further note whether link
"JP1" should be removed.
Carefully de-solder and remove link JP1 if necessary and
solder the required resistors in place as shown on the
main circuit board diagram.
4The decimal point should be set as required by either
repositioning the PCB jumper link JP2 on the 3.5 digit
models or setting a dip switch on the front of the 4.5 digit
model, in one of these locations:-
DP1 gives 1.999 i.e. . XXX
DP2 gives 19.99 i.e. X. XX
DP3 gives 199.9 i.e XX. X
DP4 gives 1999.9 i.e XXX. X on 4.5 digit version only.
5Slide panel meter back into its case along the guide rails
taking care to ease bottom of LED display board over
protruding lug. Then push the green safety terminals
securely back into place on the rear of the meter.
6Make electrical connection to the meter with reference to
the Terminal Definition table. Note Mains Earth must NOT
be connected to pin 4. There is no earth connection
required with this meter. Note also that Pin 3 is unused.
7The instrument may now be tested.
For improved accuracy it can be adjusted by turning the
"span adj" potentiometer whilst applying full scale signal
from a calibrated source until exactly full scale is shown on
the display. On the DPM8140 and DPM8400 only, first set
the display to read zero for 0V input using the "offset"
potentiometer on the front left hand side of the board.
8Finally, clip the cover back on and insert the meter into the
panel cut-out. "Snap" the mounting clips into the side of the
case (refer to installation diagram) and tighten the fixing
screws until secure in the panel - do not over tighten!
Accuracy: 81xx: +/- 0.1% of rdg +/-1 digit (AC models +/- 0.2%)
84xx: +/- 0.01% of rdg +/-2 digits DC models
84xx: +/- 0.1% of rdg +/-3 digits AC models
Line voltage: 115/ 230 volts +10, -20%, 50 - 60 Hz
Temperature: 0 - 50 degrees C
Humidity: below 85% RH
Power: 4VA
Sampling rate: 2.5 / second
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
1IN HI Apply input to pins 1 and 2. If INLO signal
is greater than INHI the display will read
-ive.2IN LO
3n/c Not connected (unused)
4Gnd (sig) digital 0 Volts (NOT MAINS EARTH)
5HOLD
(display) connect to terminal 6 (+5V) 8100 series
connect to terminal 4 (0V) 8400 series
6+5V (o/p) internal +5V output (maximum 50mA)
7230V
8115V AC mains supply
90V (N)
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS TERMINAL DEFINITIONS
DIMENSIONS
INSTALLATION DIAGRAM
OPERATING SPECIFICATION
digital panel meters user guide
DPM 8000 Series-2 Voltmeters and Ammeters
DPM\DP8000-2 Rev. 3 06/00