IDM-8341/8342 Series: Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual
IDM-8341/8342 Series
Dual Measurement Multimeter
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 3
GETTING STARTED .................................................................................... 9
Characteristics ............................................................ 10
Appearance ................................................................. 13
Set Up ........................................................................ 23
OPERATION .............................................................................................. 28
Basic Measurement Overview ...................................... 30
AC/DC Voltage Measurement ....................................... 32
AC/DC Current Measurement ....................................... 38
Resistance Measurement ............................................. 43
Diode Test ................................................................... 45
Capacitance Measurement ........................................... 46
Continuity Test ............................................................ 48
Frequency/Period Measurement ................................... 51
Temperature Measurement ........................................... 54
Dual Measurement Overview ........................................ 58
Advanced Measurement Overview ................................ 63
dBm/dB/W Measurement ............................................. 64
Max/Min Measurement ................................................. 68
Relative Measurement ................................................. 70
Hold Measurement ...................................................... 72
Compare Measurement ................................................ 73
Math Measurement ...................................................... 75
SYSTEM/DISPLAY CONFIGURATION ....................................................... 79
View Serial Number ..................................................... 80
View Version Number .................................................. 81
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Brightness Settings ...................................................... 82

Input Resistance Settings ............................................. 83
Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings ........................... 84
Compatibility Settings .................................................. 85
Restore Factory Default Settings .................................. 86
USB STORE .............................................................................................. 87
USB Store Overview .................................................... 89
REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................................... 109
Configure Remote Control Interface ............................ 110
Return to Local Control .............................................. 113
COMMAND OVERVIEW .......................................................................... 114
Command Syntax ....................................................... 114
Command List ........................................................... 119
FAQ ......................................................................................................... 162
APPENDIX............................................................................................... 164
System Menu Tree ..................................................... 164
Factory Default Settings ............................................. 165
Replacing the AC Source Fuse ................................... 167
Replacing the Input Fuse ........................................... 169
Status system ............................................................ 171
Specifications ............................................................ 173
Dimensions ............................................................... 180
Index ......................................................................... 181
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter contains important safety instructions that you must
follow during operation and storage. Read the following before
any operation to ensure your safety and to keep the instrument in
the best possible condition.
Safety Symbols
These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the instrument.
WARNING Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

injury or loss of life.
CAUTION Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

damage to the DMM or to other properties.
DANGER High Voltage
Attention Refer to the Manual
Protective Conductor Terminal
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Earth (ground) Terminal
Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal

waste. Please use a separate collection facility or contact the
supplier from which this instrument was purchased.
Safety Guidelines
General  Make sure that the voltage input level does not exceed
Guideline DC1000V/AC750V.
CAUTION  Make sure the current input level does not exceed 12A.
 Do not place any heavy object on the instrument.
 Avoid severe impact or rough handling that can lead to

damaging the instrument.
 Do not discharge static electricity to the instrument.
 Use only mating connectors, not bare wires, for the terminals.
 Do not block or obstruct the cooling fan vent opening.
 Do not perform measurement at the source of a low-voltage

installation or at building installations (Note below).
 Do not disassemble the instrument unless you are qualified as

service personnel.
 Make sure that the COM terminal to earth is limited to 500Vpk.
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(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement categories and their

requirements as follows. The IDM-834X falls under category II 600V.
 Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the source of low-

voltage installation.
 Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the building

installation.
 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the circuits directly

connected to the low voltage installation.
Power Supply  AC Input voltage: 100/120/220/240 V AC
WARNING  50/60Hz
 The power supply voltage should not fluctuate more than 10%.
 Connect the protective grounding conductor of the AC power

cord to an earth ground, to avoid electrical shock.
Fuse  Fuse type: 0.125AT 100/120VAC

0.063AT 220/240 VAC
WARNING
 Make sure the correct type of fuse is installed before power up.
 To avoid risk of fire, replace the fuse only with the specified
type and rating.
 Disconnect the power cord before fuse replacement.
 Make sure the cause of a fuse blowout is fixed before fuse

replacement.
Cleaning the  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.

Instrument  Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild detergent and
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water. Do not spray any liquid.
 Do not use chemicals containing harsh material such as

benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone.
Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free, almost non-

Environment conductive pollution (Note below)
 Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
 Humidity: 0~35°C: < 80%RH

>35°C: <70%RH
 Altitude: <2000m
(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their requirements as

follows. The IDM-8341/8342 falls under degree 2.
 Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized

gases), that may produce a reduction of dielectric strength or surface
resistivity”.
 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs.

The pollution has no influence.
 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs.

Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must
be expected.
 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-conductive

pollution occurs which becomes conductive due to condensation which is
expected. In such conditions, equipment is normally protected against
exposure to direct sunlight, precipitation, and full wind pressure, but neither
temperature nor humidity is controlled.
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Storage  Location: Indoor

environment  Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
 Humidity: 0~35°C: <90%RH

>35°C: <80%RH
Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted municipal waste.

Please use a separate collection facility or contact the supplier
from which this instrument was purchased. Please make sure
discarded electrical waste is properly recycled to reduce
environmental impact.
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Power cord for the United Kingdom

When using the unit in the United Kingdom, make sure the power cord meets the
following safety instructions.
NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: The wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green/ Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live (Phase)
As the colours of the wires in main leads may not correspond with the coloured
marking identified in your plug/appliance, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green & Yellow must be connected to the Earth terminal
marked with either the letter E, the earth symbol or coloured Green/Green &
Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or coloured Blue or Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal marked with
the letter L or P or coloured Brown or Red.
If in doubt, consult the instructions provided with the equipment or contact the
supplier.
This cable/appliance should be protected by a suitably rated and approved HBC
mains fuse: refer to the rating information on the equipment and/or user instructions
for details. As a guide, a cable of 0.75mm2 should be protected by a 3A or 5A fuse.
Larger conductors would normally require 13A types, depending on the connection
method used.
Any exposed wiring from a cable, plug or connection that is engaged in a live
socket is extremely hazardous. If a cable or plug is deemed hazardous, turn off the
mains power and remove the cable, any fuses and fuse assemblies. All hazardous
wiring must be immediately destroyed and replaced in accordance to the above
standard.
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GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the IDM-8342 and IDM-8341 multimeters in a nutshell,
including accessories, and package contents, their main features and front / rear
panel introduction.
Characteristics ............................................................ 10
Accessories ............................................................................... 11
Package Contents ..................................................................... 12
Appearance ................................................................. 13
IDM-8341/8342 Front Panel ...................................................... 13
Display Overview ...................................................................... 20
Rear Panel ................................................................................ 21
Set Up ........................................................................ 23
Tilting the Stand ........................................................................ 23
Power Up................................................................................... 24
How to Use the Instrument........................................................ 25
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Characteristics
The IDM-8342 and IDM-8341 are portable, dual-display digital multimeters suitable
for a wide range of applications, such as production testing, research, and field
verification.
Performance  DCV accuracy: 0.02%
 High current range: 10A
 High Voltage range: 1000V
 High ACV frequency response: 100kHz
Features  50000 count display
 Multi functions: ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, R, C, Hz, Temp*,

Continuity, Diode test, MAX/MIN, REL, dBm, Hold, MX+B, 1/X,
REF%, dB, Compare.
 Manual or Auto ranging
 AC true RMS
 Data Logging to USB*
 Data logging to PC using an Excel Add-In
Interface  Voltage/Resistance/Diode/Capacitance/ Temperature* input
 Current input
 USB device port as standard for remote control
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 USB host* for data logging
 Optional GPIB* (factory install)
 Calibration port (for service operators only)
 Excel Add-In for easy-to-use remote control, data logging and

for saving/recalling setups
* These features are only available on the IDM-8342
Accessories
Standard Part number Description

Accessories
82DM-83420Ex1 User Manual CD
82DM-83421Mx1 Safety Instruction Sheet
GTL-207A Test leads: 1x red, 1x black
Optional Part number Description

Accessories
1040-8342020 GPIB (Factory installed, IDM-8342 only)
GTL-246 USB Cable
GTL-205 Temperature Probe Adapter with

Thermal Coupling (K-type)
Download Name Description
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IDMvcp.inf (In IDM-834X USB driver

USB DRIVER.ZIP)
IDM-834x Excel Addins Data logging Excel Add-In logs

measurements to a PC by remote
control via the USB interface only. This
Excel Add-In can’t be used via the GPIB
interface.
Package Contents
Check the contents before using the instrument.
Opening the box
Contents  Main unit  Power cord x1 (region dependent)

(single unit)  Test leads (red x1,  User manual CD
black x1)  Safety instruction sheet
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Appearance
IDM-8341/8342 Front Panel
Main DC/AC 0.5A Terminal,
Display AMPS Fuse Holder
VW
Terminal
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX
COM
1000V
0.5A 750V
POWER
DCI
DC + AC
ACI dB dBm TEMP LOCAL
RANGE
FUSE
T0.5A
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
12A
Terminal
DCV ACV W / / Hz/P 2ND 250V
Auto
REL# MATH COMP INT/EXT USB STO Enter
SHIFT
REL MX/MN HOLD TRIG MENU
EXIT
RANGE DC/AC 12A

Terminal
Power Switch, USB Host Function keys and

port (IDM-8342 only) Arrow keys
POWER
Power Switch Turns On or Off the main power. For the
power up sequence, see page 24.
USB Host Port The Host port is a type A USB port for logging
data. See the USB Store chapter for more
details, page 87.
Note: IDM-8342 only.
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Main Display Shows measurement results and parameters. For display

configuration details, see page 82 (light setting).
For an overview of the main display, see page 20.
V W Input INPUT
This terminal is used for all measurements
V W
Terminal
CAT 600V except for DC/AC current measurements.
INPUT
V W MAX
MAX 1000V
CAT 600V 0.5A 750V
MAX
COM Terminal MAX
MAX
1000V Accepts ground (COM) line in all measurements.
0.5A 750V
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
The maximum withstand voltage between this
INPUT
MAX V Wterminal and earth is 500Vpk.
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE CAT 600V 12A
T0.5A
250V
MAX
MAX
DC/AC 0.5A 0.5A
Low 1000V
current
750V
measurement terminal. Accepts
Terminal DC/AC Current input. For details see page 38.
MAX
500Vpk DC: 500μA~0.5A
COM MAX
AMPS Fuse FUSE
12A
T0.5A AC: 500μA~0.5A
Holder 250V
As a fuse, protects the instrument from over-

current. Rating: T0.5A, 250V.(This terminal
accepts DC/AC current input).
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CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
GETTING STARTED
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
DC/AC 12A
FUSE
12A
High range current measurement terminal.
T0.5A
Terminal 250V Accepts DC/AC Current input. For DCI or ACI
details, see page 38.
Measurement The top row of measurement keys are used for basic DMM
Keys measurements such as voltage, current, resistance, capacitance
and frequency. The bottom row of measurement functions are
used for more advanced functions.
Each key has a primary and secondary function. The secondary

function is accessed in conjunction with the SHIFT key.
Upper Measurement keys
DCI
DCV Measures DC Voltage (page 32).
DCV
DCI
DCI SHIFT
Measures DC Current (page 38).
DCV
(SHIFT→DCV) EXIT
ACI
ACV Measures AC Voltage (page 32).
ACV
ACI
ACI Measures AC Current (page 38).
SHIFT
ACV
(SHIFT→ACV) EXIT
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DCI ACI
DCV + ACV Measures DC + AC voltage (page 32).
DCV ACV
DCI ACI
DCI+ACI Measures DC + AC current
SHIFT
DCV ACV
EXIT
(page 38).
→ +
dB
Resistance/ Measures resistance or continuity, depending on the
W /
Continuity) selected mode. See page 43 and 48, respectively.
dB
dB Measures dB. See page 66.
SHIFT
W /
(SHIFT→ Ω/ ) EXIT
dBm
Diode/ Tests diodes or measures capacitance, depending on
/
Capacitance the selected mode. See page 45 and 46, respectively.
dBm
dBm Measures dBm. See page 64
SHIFT
/
(SHIFT → EXIT
→
/
)
TEMP
Hz/P Measures the frequency or period of a signal,
Hz/P
depending on the selected mode. See page 51.
TEMP
TEMP Measures temperature. See page 54.
SHIFT
Hz/P
(SHIFT → Hz/P) EXIT
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ND LOCAL
2 As the 2nd key, selects the measurement item on the
2ND
2nd display (page 58). Pressing and holding for more
than 1 second turns off the 2nd display.
As the Local key, releases the remote control and

returns the instrument to local panel operation (page
113).
Lower Measurement keys
REL#
REL Measures the Relative value (page 70).
REL
REL#
REL# Manually sets the reference value for the
SHIFT
REL
(SHIFT→REL) EXIT
Relative value measurement.
→
MATH
MX/MN Measures the Maximum or the Minimum value (page
MX/MN
68).
MATH
MATH Enters the Math measurement mode. The
SHIFT
MX/MN
(SHIFT→ EXIT
supported math functions include MX+B,
→
MX/MN) REF% and 1/X. See page 75 for details.
COMP
HOLD Activates the Hold function (page 72).
HOLD
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COMP
COMP Activates the compare measurement
SHIFT
HOLD
(SHIFT→HOLD) EXIT
function. See page 73.
→
INT/EXT
TRIG Triggers sample acquisition manually when the trigger
TRIG
is set to external triggering. See page 31. (Note: Not
supported for capacitance measurement)
INT/EXT
INT/EXT Toggles the trigger source as either
SHIFT
TRIG
(SHIFT→TRIG) EXIT
internal or external(manual trigger).
→
USB STO
MENU Enters the configuration menu for System Settings,
MENU
Measurement Settings, Temperature measurement
settings, I/O settings and USB storage settings. See
page 79 for the system menu.
USB STO
USB STO Logs measurement data to a USB drive.
SHIFT
MENU
(SHIFT→MENU EXIT
This function is only available for the IDM-
→
) 8342. See page 87.
SHIFT/EXIT SHIFT When used as a SHIFT key, it is used to access the

EXIT
secondary functions associated with the measurement

keys.
When used as an EXIT key, it will exit out of menu

systems.
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AUTO/ENTER Auto When used as an AUTO key, it will set the range of
Enter
the selected function to autorange.
When used as an ENTER key, it will confirm the

entered value or menu item.
RANGE
Arrow Keys The arrow keys are used to navigate the menu
system and edit values.
The Up and Down arrow keys will also manually

RANGE
set the range for the voltage and current
measurements.
The Left and Right arrow keys will also toggle the
refresh rate between the fast, medium and slow
rates.
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Display Overview
Primary measurement units
Primary measurement Secondary Display
function icons Secondary
measurement units
AC DC 2W 4W AUTO F M S HOLD RELMIN MAX RMT nμF
RATIO UNCAL MEM USBSTO nμF C F S W
C F S W M k W Hz
M k W Hz m m V A
m m V A AC DC 2W 4WAUTOMATHLIMIT ERR SHIFT EXT dBm
Secondary
% dB m 2ND COMP STO RCL FILT RS232 LAN USB GPIB REAR measurement
function icons
Primary Display Function status icons
Primary Displays the primary measurement function.

Measurement
Function Icons
Primary Displays the units for the primary measurement function.
Measurement
Units
Secondary Displays the results of the secondary measurement.
Display
Secondary Displays the units for the secondary measurement function.
Measurement
Units
Secondary Displays the secondary measurement function.
Measurement
function icons
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Function Status Display status icons for operations/functions that are not linked to
Icons the primary or secondary functions.
Primary Display Displays the results of the primary measurement.
Rear Panel
Optional GPIB port

(IDM-8342 only)
LINE RATING
Power Cord
GPIB 50 / 60 Hz
15VA MAX. 120
FUSE LINE
100
220
100VAC
0.125AT
0.063AT
120VAC
220VAC
240VAC
240
Socket
DISCONNECT POWER CORD AND
TEST LEADS BEFORE REPLACING FUSE
CALIBRATION
USE ONLY
WARNING
SER.NO. LABEL
TO AVOID SHOCK,
REMOVE INPUTS BEFORE OPENING.
USB Device Port, Fuse

Calibration Port 0.125AT/0.063AT
GPIB
GPIB Port
The GPIB port can be used for remote
control. This is a factory installed option
for the IDM-8342 only.
Power Cord 120

Accepts the power cord. AC
100
220
Socket
240 100/120/220/240V ±10%, 50/60Hz
For power on sequence, see page 24.
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Fuse Socket 120

Holds the main fuse:
100
220
240
100/120 VAC: 0.125AT

220/240 VAC: 0.063AT
For fuse replacement details, see page

167.
CALIBRATION
Calibration Port USE ONLY
Reserved for calibration purposes. For service
technicians only.
USB Device
Type B USB port. This port is used for remote
control.
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Set Up
Tilting the Stand
From the base of the handle, gently pull the handle out sideways and then rotate it
to one of the following positions.
Horizontal
position
Tilt stand
position
Carry position
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Power Up
Steps 1. Ensure the correct line voltage is lined

up with the arrow on the fuse holder. If
not, see page 167 to set the line
voltage and fuse.
2. Connect the power cord to the AC

voltage input.
Note Make sure the ground connector on the power cord is

connected to a safety ground. This will influence the
measurement accuracy.
3. Push to turn on the main power POW

ER
switch on the front panel.
4. The display turns on and shows the last function that was
used before the power was reset.
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How to Use the Instrument
Background The following section will introduce to you how to access the
basic functions on the DMM as well as how to navigate the
menu system and edit the parameter values.
Using the Any of the primary functions can be used by simply pressing
Function keys the desired function key.
For example:
To activate the DCV function, press the DCV key.
DCI
DCV
To activate a secondary function, first press the SHIFT key

followed by the function key for the secondary function.
For example: To activate DCI measurement, first press the

SHIFT key. SHIFT will be highlighted on the display. Next,
press the DCV function key. This will activate the DCI mode.
DCI
SHIFT
DCV
EXIT
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Navigating the The menu system is navigated with the Up, Down, Left and
Menu System Right arrow keys, the Auto/Enter key and the SHIFT/EXIT key.
RANGE
Auto
Enter
SHIFT
EXIT
RANGE
To enter the menu system, press the MENU key. See page
164 for the System Menu tree.
USB STO
MENU
 Pressing the Left and Right arrow keys will navigate to

each of the menu items on the current menu level.
 Pressing the Down key will go down to the next level of

the menu tree.
 Conversely pressing the Up key will allow you to go back

to the previous menu level.
 Pressing Down or Enter on the last item in a menu tree

will allow you to edit the settings or parameters for that
particular item or setting.
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 Pressing the Exit key will allow you to exit from the
current settings and return to the previous menu tree
level.
Editing a Setting When you access a menu or parameter setting, the Up,
or Parameter Down, Left and Right keys can be used again to edit the
parameter as well.
RANGE
Auto
Enter
RANGE
 If a setting or parameter is flashing, it indicates that that

particular parameter can be edited.
 Pressing the Left or Right arrow key will allow you to

select a digit or character to edit.
 Pressing the Up or Down keys will allow you to edit the

selected character.
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OPERATION
Basic Measurement Overview ....................................... 30
Refresh Rate ............................................................................... 30
Reading Indicator ........................................................................ 31
Automatic/Manual Triggering ...................................................... 31
AC/DC Voltage Measurement ....................................... 32
Select the Voltage Range ........................................................... 33
Voltage Conversion Table ........................................................... 35
Crest Factor Table....................................................................... 36
AC/DC Current Measurement ....................................... 38
Select the Current Range ............................................................ 39
Resistance Measurement ............................................. 43
Select the Resistance Range ...................................................... 44
Diode Test ................................................................... 45
Capacitance Measurement ........................................... 46
Select the Capacitance Range .................................................... 47
Continuity Test ............................................................. 48
Set Continuity Threshold ............................................................. 49
Continuity Beeper Settings .......................................................... 50
Frequency/Period Measurement ................................... 51
Frequency/Period Settings .......................................................... 52
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Temperature Measurement ........................................... 54

Set the Temperature Units .......................................................... 55
Select Thermocouple Type ......................................................... 56
Set the Reference Junction Temperature ................................... 57
Dual Measurement Overview ........................................ 58
Supported dual measurement modes ......................................... 58
Using Dual Measurement Mode .................................................. 59
Advanced Measurement Overview ................................ 63
Supported Advanced Measurement Functions ........................... 63
dBm/dB/W Measurement ............................................. 64
dBm/dB Calculation ..................................................................... 64
Measuring dBm/W ....................................................................... 64
Measure dB ................................................................................. 66
Max/Min Measurement ................................................. 68
Relative Measurement ................................................. 70
Hold Measurement ...................................................... 72
Compare Measurement ................................................ 73
Math Measurement ...................................................... 75
Math Measurement Overview ..................................................... 75
Measure MX+B ........................................................................... 75
Measure 1/X ................................................................................ 76
Measure Percentage ................................................................... 77
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Basic Measurement Overview

Refresh Rate
Background The refresh rate defines how frequently the DMM captures and
updates measurement data. A faster refresh rate yields a lower
accuracy. A slower refresh rate yields a higher accuracy. Consider
these tradeoffs when selecting the refresh rate.
For further details, please see the specifications.
Refresh rate Function S M F

(Reading/S)
Continuity / Diode 10 20 40
DCV/DCI/R 5 10 40
ACV/ACI 5 10 40
Frequency / Period 1 10 76
Capacitance 2 2 2
Steps 1. Press the left or right arrow keys to change the refresh rate.
2. The refresh rate will be shown at the top of the F↔M↔S

display.
Note The refresh rate cannot be set for capacitance measurement.
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Reading Indicator
Overview 1. The reading indicator next to the 1st display flashes

according to the refresh rate setting.
Automatic/Manual Triggering
Overview By default, the IDM-8341/8342 automatically triggers according to

the refresh rate. See the previous page for refresh rate setting
details. The TRIG key is used to manually trigger acquisition
when the trigger mode is set to EXT.
Manual Trigger 1. Press SHIFT+TRIG to toggle the trigger mode to EXT.
2. Press the TRIG key to manually trigger each measurement

when in EXT trigger mode.
Note Manual triggering is not supported for capacitance

measurements.
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AC/DC Voltage Measurement

The IDM-8341/8342 can measure from 0 to 750VAC or 0 to 1000VDC, however the
CATII measurement is only rated up to 600V.
Set to ACV/DCV 1. Press the DCV or ACV key to measure DC or AC voltage.

Measurement For AC + DC voltage, press the ACV and DCV keys at the
same time.
2. The mode will switch to AC, DC or AC+DC mode immediately,

as shown below.
AC & DC Voltage Measurement
indicator units range
AC DC S
Connection Connect the test lead between the V and the COM terminal. The
display updates the reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Select the Voltage Range

The voltage range can be set automatically or manually.
Auto Range To turn the automatic range selection On/Off, press the AUTO
key.
Manual Range Press the Up or the Down key to select the range. The AUTO
indicator turns Off automatically. If the appropriate range is
unknown, select the highest range.
Selectable Range Resolution Full scale

Voltage Ranges
500mV 10μV 510.00mV
5V 0.1mV 5.1000V
50V 1mV 51.000V
500V 10mV 510.00V
750V (AC) 100mV 765.0V
1000V (DC) 100mV 1020.0V
Note For further details, please see the specifications on page 173.
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Note DC voltages with AC components cannot be accurately measured

if the DC+AC component exceeds the dynamic range for the
selected DC range. Any voltage exceeding the dynamic range will
be clipped at the upper/lower range limit. Under these conditions
the range that is chosen with the Auto range function may be too
small.
For example:
A C D
+5V
DC 5V Range 0V
-5V
B E
A,B: Input exceeds the dynamic range.
C,D: The DCV offset causes the input to exceed the upper
dynamic range.
E: The DCV offset causes the input to exceed the lower dynamic
range.
The DC voltage range should be manually selected when all

of the following conditions are true:
 When DCV measurement is used.
 When the signals being measured contain both DC and AC
components.
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 When the amplitude of the AC component in the measured

signal is higher or lower than the dynamic range of the
range being currently selected by the auto-range function.
Maximum DCV Selected DCV Range Dynamic Range

Dynamic Range
DC 500mV ±600mVmax
DC 5V ±6Vmax
DC 50V ±60Vmax
DC 500V ±600Vmax
DC 1000V ±1000Vmax
Voltage Conversion Table

This table shows the relationship between an AC and DC reading for various
waveforms.
Waveform Peak to Peak AC (True RMS) DC
Sine 2.828 1.000 0.000
PK-PK
Rectified Sine (full wave) 1.414 0.435 0.900
PK-PK
Rectified Sine (half wave) 2.000 0.771 0.636
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PK-PK
Square 2.000 1.000 0.000
PK-PK
Rectified Square 1.414 0.707 0.707
PK-PK
Rectangular Pulse 2.000 2K 2D

( D  D 2)
K=
X PK-PK
D=X/Y
Y D=X/Y
Triangle Sawtooth 3.464 1.000 0.000
PK-PK
Crest Factor Table
Background Crest factor is the ratio of the peak signal amplitude to the RMS
value of the signal. It determines the accuracy of AC
measurement.
If the crest factor is less than 3.0, voltage measurement will not
result in error due to dynamic range limitations at full scale.
If the crest factor is more than 3.0, it usually indicates an
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abnormal waveform as seen from the below table.
Crest Factor Waveform Shape Crest factor

Table
Square wave 1.0
Sine wave 1.414
Triangle sawtooth 1.732
Mixed frequencies 1.414 ~ 2.0
SCR output
100% ~ 10% 1.414 ~ 3.0
White noise 3.0 ~ 4.0
AC Coupled pulse
train >3.0
Spike >9.0
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AC/DC Current Measurement

The IDM-834X series DMMs have two input terminals for current measurement. A
0.5A terminal for current less than 0.5A and a 10A terminal for measurements up to
12A.
The units can measure 0 ~ 10A for both AC and DC current.
Set to ACI/DCI 1. Press SHIFT → DCV or SHIFT → ACV to measure DC or AC

Measurement current, respectively.
For AC+DC current, press SHIFT followed by both the DCV

and ACV key at the same time.
2. The mode will switch to AC, DC or AC+DC mode immediately,

as shown below.
AC & DC Current Measurement
AC DC AUTO S
Connection Connect the test lead between the 10A terminal and the COM
terminal or DC/AC 0.5A terminal and the COM terminal,
depending on the input current.
For current ≤ 0.5A use the 0.5A terminal; For current up to 12A
use the 10A terminal. The display updates the reading.
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INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
Max 12A
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
Max 0.5A
Select the Current Range

The current range can be set automatically or manually.
key. The most appropriate range for the currently used input jack
will be automatically selected. The DMM is able to do this by
remembering the last manually selected range and using that
information to determine the smallest current range that the auto-
range function will switch to.
When the current input is switched to another terminal, the range

must be manually set.
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Selectable Range Resolution Full scale INJACK

Current Ranges 500µA 10nA 510.00μA 500mA
5mA 100nA 5.1000mA 500mA
50mA 1μA 51.000mA 500mA
500mA 10μA 510.00mA 500mA
5A 100μA 5.1000A 12A
10A 1mA 12.000A 12A
Note DC currents with AC components cannot be accurately measured

if the DC+AC component exceed the dynamic range for the
selected DC range. Any current exceeding the dynamic range will
be clipped at the upper/lower range limit. Under these conditions
the range that is chosen with the Auto range function may be too
small.
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For example:
A C D
+5A
DC 5A Range 0V
-5A
B E
A,B: Input exceeds the dynamic range.
C,D: The DCI offset causes the input to exceed the upper
dynamic range.
E: The DCI offset causes the input to exceed the lower dynamic
range.
The DC current range should be manually selected when all

the following conditions are true:
 When DCI measurement is used.
 When the signals being measured contain both DC and AC
components.
 When the amplitude of the AC component in the measured
signal is higher or lower than the dynamic range of the
range being currently selected by the auto-range function.
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Maximum DCI Selected DCV Range Dynamic Range

Dynamic Range DC 500μA
±600µAmax
DC 5mA ±6mAmax
DC 50mA ±60mAmax
DC 500mA ±600mAmax
DC 5A ±6Amax
DC 10A ±12Amax
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Resistance Measurement
Set to Ω 1. Press the Ω/ key to activate resistance measurement.

Measurement Note: pressing the Ω/ key twice will activate continuity
measurement instead.
2. The mode will switch to resistance mode immediately, as

shown below.
Display Resistance Resistance Measurement

2W AUTO S
k W
Connection The IDM-8341/8342 uses 2-wire resistance measurement.

Connect the test leads between the VΩ terminal and the
COM terminal.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Select the Resistance Range

The resistance range can be set automatically or manually.
key.
Selectable Range Resolution Full scale

Resistance 500Ω 10mΩ 510.00Ω
Ranges
5kΩ 100mΩ 5.1000kΩ
50kΩ 1Ω 51.000kΩ
500kΩ 10Ω 510.00kΩ
5MΩ 100Ω 5.1000MΩ
50MΩ 1kΩ 51.000MΩ
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Diode Test
The diode test checks the forward bias characteristics of a diode by running a
constant forward bias current of approximately 0.83mA through the DUT.
/
Set to Diode 1. Press the key once to activate diode measurement.
/
Measurement Note: pressing the key twice will activate the
capacitance measurement instead.
2. The mode will switch to Diode mode immediately, as shown

below.
Diode Diode function

Display
state indicator
S
Connection Connect the test lead between the VΩ terminal and COM
terminal; Anode-V, Cathode-COM. The display updates the
reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Capacitance Measurement
The capacitance measurement function checks the capacitance of a component.
/
Set to 1. Press the key twice to activate capacitance
Capacitance measurement.
/
Measurement Note: pressing the key once will activate the diode
measurement instead.
2. The mode will switch to capacitance mode immediately, as

shown below.
Capacitance Capacitance Measurement
Display indicator units range
S
nF
terminal; Positive-V, Negative-COM. The display updates the
reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Select the Capacitance Range

The capacitance range can be set automatically or manually.
key.
Range Resolution Full scale
5nF 1pF 5.100nF
50nF 10pF 51.00nF
500nF 100pF 510.0nF
5μF 1nF 5.100μF
50μF 10nF 51.00μF
Note The refresh rate settings and the EXT trigger cannot be used in
the capacitance mode.
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Continuity Test
The continuity test checks that the resistance in the DUT is low enough to be
considered continuous (of a conductive nature).
Procedure 1. Press the Ω/ key twice to activate continuity testing.
2. The mode will switch to continuity testing immediately, as

shown below.
Display Continuity Continuity function

state indicator
S
terminal. The display updates the reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Set Continuity Threshold

The continuity threshold defines the maximum resistance allowed in the DUT when
testing the continuity.
Range Threshold 0 to 1000Ω (Default Threshold:10Ω)
Resolution 1Ω
Procedure 1. Press MENU.
2. Go to the MEAS menu on level 1
3. Go to the CONT menu on level 2
4. Set the continuity threshold level.
5. Press the Enter key to confirm the continuity settings.
6. Press EXIT to exit the CONT setting menu.
Display Continuity Continuity function

setting indicator
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Continuity Beeper Settings

The beeper setting defines how the IDM-8341/8342 notifies the continuity test
result to the user.
Note: When the Beeper setting is off it will also turn off the keypad tones as well as
any error or warning tones.
Range PASS Beeps when the continuity passes.
FAIL Beeps when the continuity fails.
OFF Beeper is turned off.
Procedure 1. Press MENU.
2. Go to the SYSTEM menu on level 1
3. Go to the BEEP menu on level 2
4. Set the BEEP setting to PASS, FAIL or OFF.
5. Press the AUTO/ENTER key to confirm the beeper settings.
6. Press EXIT to exit the BEEP setting menu.
Display Beep Beep menu

setting indicator
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Frequency/Period Measurement
The IDM-8341/8342 can be used to measure the frequency or period of a signal.
Range Frequency 10Hz~1MHz
Period 1.0μs ~100ms
Procedure To measure frequency, press the Hz/P key once. The frequency
will be displayed on the primary screen and the range will be
displayed on the secondary display.
To measure the period, press the Hz/P key twice. The period will
be displayed on the primary screen and the range will be
displayed on the secondary display.
Display Frequency or Voltage

Measurement period units range setting
AUTO S
k Hz
Connection Connect the test lead between the VΩ terminal and the
COM terminal. The display updates the reading.
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INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
Frequency/Period Settings
The input voltage/current range for frequency/period measurements can be set to
Auto range or to manual. By default, the voltage/current range is set to Auto for
both the period and frequency.
Range Voltage 500mV, 5V, 50V, 500V, 750V
Current 500μA, 5mA, 50mA, 5A, 10A
Note The input jack setting determines whether the voltage

frequency/ period or current frequency/period is being
measured. See page 84 for details.
Manual Range 1. Set the range with the Up and Down keys. The AUTO
indicator will turn off when a new range is selected.
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Autorange 1. Press the Auto/Enter key.
2. AUTO will be displayed on the screen again.
Display Autorange Voltage range

indicator setting
AUTO
k Hz
Note The 2nd key can be used to toggle the view of the second
display between the voltage/current range and the menu
function (FREQ or PERIOD).
Note that the voltage/current range can actually still be set

even when the secondary display has been toggled to show
the menu function.
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Temperature Measurement
The IDM-8342 can measure temperature using a thermocouple. To measure
temperature, the DMM accepts a thermocouple input and calculates the
temperature from the voltage fluctuation. The thermocouple type and reference
junction temperature are also considered. Temperature measurement is only
supported on the IDM-8342.
Range Thermocouple: -200°C ~ +300°C
Procedure To make temperature measurements, press SHIFT → Hz/P

(TEMP).
The temperature mode appears showing the temperature on the
primary display and the type of sensor on the secondary display.
Display Temp.
Measurement units Sensor type
S
C
Connection Connect the sensor lead between the VΩ terminal and the
COM terminal. The display updates the reading.
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INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
Set the Temperature Units
Range Units ˚C, ˚F
Procedure 1. Press the MENU key.
2. Go to TEMP on level 1.
3. Go to UNIT on level 2.
4. Select either C (Celsius) or F (Farenheit).
5. Press the Enter key to confirm.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the temperature menu.
Display Temperature Unit menu

unit setting indicator
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Select Thermocouple Type

The IDM-8342 accepts thermocouple inputs and calculates the temperature from
the voltage difference of two dissimilar metals. Thermocouple type and reference
junction temperature are also considered.
Thermocouple Type Measurement Range Resolution

type and range
J -200 to +300˚C 0.1 °C
K -200 to +300˚C 0.1 °C
T -200 to +300˚C 0.1 °C
3. Go to SENSOR on level 2.
4. Select the thermocouple type (J, K, T).
Display Thermocouple Sensor menu

type setting indicator
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Set the Reference Junction Temperature

When a thermocouple is connected to the DMM, the temperature difference
between the thermocouple lead and the DMM input terminal should be taken into
account and be cancelled out; otherwise an erroneous temperature might be
added. The value of the reference junction temperature should be determined by
the user.
Range SIM 0 ~ 50˚C (default: 23.00˚C)
Resolution 0.01˚C
3. Go to SIM on level 2.
4. Set the SIM (simulated) reference junction temperature.
Display Reference junction SIM menu

temperature setting indicator
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Dual Measurement Overview

The dual measurement mode allows you to use the 2nd display to show another
item, thus viewing two different measurement results at once.
When the multimeter is used in dual measurement mode, both displays are
updated from either a single measurement or from two separate measurements. If
the primary and secondary measurement modes have the same range, rate and
rely on the same fundamental measurement, then a single measurement is taken
for both displays; such as ACV and frequency/period measurements. If the primary
and secondary displays use different measurement functions, ranges or rates, then
separate measurements will be taken for each display. For example, ACV and DCV
measurements.
Most of the basic measurement functions, except for resistance/continuity can be

used in the dual measurement mode.
Supported dual measurement modes

The following table lists all the measurement functions that are supported with the
dual measurement function.
Supported Dual Primary Secondary Display

Measurement Display ACV DCV ACI DCI Hz/P Ω
modes ● ● ● ● ●
ACV X
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DCV ● ● ● ● X X
ACI ● ● ● ● ● X
DCI ● ● ● ● X X
Hz/P ● X ● X ● X
Ω X X X X X ●
Using Dual Measurement Mode
Procedure 1. Choose one of the basic measurement functions from the

table above to set the measurement mode for the primary
display.
For example, press DCV to set the first display to DCV

measurement.
2. To set a measurement mode for the second display, press the

2ND key and then select the second measurement mode.
For example, press 2ND, SHIFT, ACV to select ACI

measurement for the second display.
Display Indicators for 1st 2nd measurement

measurement and unit
DC AUTO S
m A
V AC AUTO
2ND
1st measurement Indicators for 2nd

and unit measurement
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Editing the After the secondary measurement function has been

Measurement activated, the rate, range and measurement item can be
Parameters edited for either the primary or secondary display. Note
however, it is more practical to configure the first or second
measurement items before activating dual measurement
mode.
To edit measurement parameters in dual measurement

mode, you must first set which display is the active display.
The 2ND icon under the secondary display determines which
display is the active display.
Procedure 1. Toggle whether the primary or secondary display is the active

display by pressing the 2ND key:
Primary display is the active display: 2ND is not visible on the

display.
Secondary display is the active display: 2ND is visible on the

display.
Note Do not hold the 2ND key. This will turn the dual measurement
mode off.
2. Edit the range, rate or measurement item for the active

display in the same way as for single measurement
operation. See the Basic Measurement chapter for details
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(page 30).
Turn Off 2nd To turn Off the 2nd measurement, press and hold the 2nd key
Measurement for more than 1 second.
Connection The diagrams below describe how to connect the DMM to

measure a number of common dual measurement items.
Voltage and Frequency/Period measurement
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Voltage/Frequency/Period and Current Measurement
INPUT
W
V
Load
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
T0.5A
12A 0~12A
250V
0~0.5A
Note: DC Current measurements will be displayed as a

negative value as the polarity of the current leads has been
reversed.
Please take into account the resistance of the test leads and
internal resistance of the current connection as it is in series
with the test circuit.
The above measuring configuration is used to measure the

voltage present on the resistance under test and the current
through the resistance under test when using the DCI/DCV or
ACI/ACV dual measurement function.
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Advanced Measurement Overview

Advanced measurement mainly refers to the type of measurement which uses the
result obtained by one of the basic measurements: ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI,
Resistance, Diode/Continuity, Frequency/Period, and Temperature*.
Supported Advanced Measurement Functions

The following table lists all the advanced measurement functions and which of the
basic measurement functions that they support.
Advanced Basic Measurement

Meas. ACV/DCV ACI/DCI Ω Hz/P TEMP* DIODE CAP
dB ● X X X X X X
dBm ● X X X X X X
Max/Min ● ● ● ● ● X ●
Relative ● ● ● ● ● X ●
Hold ● ● ● ● ● X X
Compare ● ● ● ● ● X ●
Math ● ● ● ● ● X X
*Temperature measurement is not supported by the IDM-8341.
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dBm/dB/W Measurement
dBm/dB Calculation
Overview Using the ACV or DCV measurement results, the DMM calculates
the dB or dBm value based on a reference resistance value in the
following way:
2
dBm= 10 x log10 (1000 x Vreading / Rref)
dB= dBm – dBmref
2
W= Vreading /Ref
Where:
Vreading= Input Voltage, ACV or DCV;
Rref= Reference resistance simulating an output load;
dBmref= Reference dBm value
Measuring dBm/W
Procedure 1. Select ACV or DCV measurement. See page 32.
2. To measure dBm, press SHIFT → .
The primary display will show the dBm measurement while the
secondary display shows the reference resistance.
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Display dBm Reference

measurement resistance
DC S
W
dB m
Setting the To set the reference resistance, use the Up and Down arrow
Reference keys.
Resistance
The selectable reference resistances are shown below.
Selectable reference resistances
2 4 8 16 50 75 93
110 124 125 135 150 250 300
500 600 800 900 1000 1200 8000
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View the result When the reference resistance is less than 50Ω, it is possible to
in Watts calculate the power (in watts). If the reference resistance is equal
to or greater than 50Ω, then this step can be ignored.
Press SHIFT → again to view the result in watts.
Display Power measurement Reference

and unit resistance
DC S
W
W
dB m
Exit dBm Press SHIFT → again to exit the dBm measurement, or

Measurement simply activate another measurement function.
Measure dB
dB is defined as [dBm−dBmref]. When the dB measurement is activated, the DMM
calculates the dBm using the reading at the first moment and stores it as dBmref.
Procedure 1. Select ACV or DCV measurement. See page 32.
2. Press SHIFT → Ω/ key to activate the dB measurement

mode.
The 1st display shows the dB reading the second display

shows the voltage reading.
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Display dB Voltage
measurement reading
DC S
dB
View the dBm To view the dBm reference value, press the 2ND key.
Reference Value
The Up and Down arrow keys can also be used to change the
voltage range or the reading.
Exit dB Press the SHIFT → Ω/ key again to exit the dB measurement,

Measurement or simply activate another measurement function.
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Max/Min Measurement
Maximum and Minimum measurement function stores the highest (maximum) or
lowest (minimum) reading and shows it on the 1st display when the 2ND key is
pressed.
Applicable The Max/Min function can be used with the following basic
measurements measurement functions:
ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Ω, Hz/P, TEMP,
Procedure For Max measurement, press the MX/MN key once.

For Min measurement, press the MX/MN key twice.
Basic meas. Max/Min Measurement

Display
function indicator range
AC AUTO S MAX
View Max/Min Press the 2ND key to view the Max or Min value.
Value
Max/Min Max/Min
Display
reading mode
AC AUTO S MAX
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Deactivate Hold the MX/MN key for two seconds to deactivate, or simply
Max/Min activate another measurement function.
Measurement
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Relative Measurement
Relative measurement stores a value, typically the data at that instant, as the
reference. The measurement following the reference is displayed as the delta
between the reference. The reference value will be cleared upon exit.
Applicable The relative function can be used with the following basic
Procedure Press the REL key. The measurement reading at that instant
becomes the reference value.
Display Relative
Range
value
AC S REL
View Relative Press the 2ND key to view the relative reference value at full
Reference Value scale.
Display Relative
reference value
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Manually Set the 1. To manually set the relative reference value, press SHIFT →
Relative REL.
Reference Value
The REL value is displayed on the screen at full scale.
2. Use the Left and Right arrow keys to navigate to the digit to be
edited or to select the decimal point.
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to edit the selected digit or
to place the position of the decimal point.
3. Press the Enter key to confirm, alternatively press Exit to

cancel setting the relative reference value.
Display Relative REL setting

value setting mode
Deactivate Press the REL key again to deactivate the Relative measurement
Relative mode, or simply activate another measurement function.
Measurement
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Hold Measurement
The Hold Measurement function retains the current measurement data and updates
it only when it exceeds the set threshold (as a percentage of the retained value).
Applicable The hold function can be used with the following basic
ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Ω, Hz/P, TEMP
Procedure 1. Press the HOLD key.
2. The measurement reading appears on the primary display and

the hold threshold on the secondary display.
Display Measurement Hold

reading threshold
AC S HOLD
Set the Hold Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select a hold threshold level,
Threshold as a percentage.
Range 0.01%, 0.1%, 1%, 10%
Deactivate Hold Press the HOLD key for 2 seconds to deactivate the hold
Measurement measurement, or simply activate another measurement function.
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Compare Measurement
Compare measurement checks to see if the measurement data stays between a
specified upper (high) and lower (low) limit.
Applicable The compare function can be used with the following basic
Procedure 1. Press SHIFT → HOLD.
2. The high limit setting appears.
Use the Left and Right arrow keys to navigate to the digit to be
edited, or to select the decimal point.
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to edit the selected digit, or
3. Press the Enter key to save the high limit setting and
automatically go on to the low limit setting.
4. Enter the low limit setting in the same fashion as the high
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setting.
5. Press the Enter key to confirm the low limit settings.
6. The compare measurement results will appear immediately:
If the current measurement reading is between the high and

low limits, PASS will be displayed on the secondary display, If
the reading is below the low limit, LOW will be displayed. If the
reading is above the high limit, HIGH will be displayed.
Display Measurement Compare

reading result
AC S
V
COMP
Deactivate Press SHIFT → HOLD to deactivate compare measurements, or

Compare simply activate another measurement function.
Measurement
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Math Measurement
Math Measurement Overview
Math measurement runs three types of mathematical operations, MX+B, 1/X and
Percentage based on the other measurement results.
Applicable The math function can be used with the following basic
Measurements measurement functions:
ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Ω, Hz/P, TEMP
Overview of MX+B Multiplies the reading (X) by the factor (M) and
Math Functions adds/subtracts offset (B).
1/X Inverse. Divides 1 by the reading (X).
Percentage Runs the following equation:

(ReadingX - Reference)
x 100%
Reference
Measure MX+B
Procedure 1. Press SHIFT → MX/MN to enter the MATH menu.
The MX+B setting appears. The M factor will be flashing,

indicating that the M factor is to be set.
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3. Press Enter to confirm the M factor settings and to

automatically move onto the B offset setting.
4. Edit the B offset in the same fashion as the M factor was

edited.
5. Press Enter to confirm the B offset setting and to begin the

MX+B measurement.
Display MX+B meausurement MX+B math

reading indicator
DC AUTO S
m V MATH
Deactivate Math Press SHIFT → MX/MN to deactivate the MATH function, or

Measure 1/X
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The MX+B setting appears.
2. Press the Down key twice to skip past MX+B settings and go
to the 1/X settings.
1/X will be flashing in the secondary display.
3. Press Enter to activate the 1/X math function. The results

begin immediately.
Display 1/X 1/X math

measurement indicator
AC AUTO S
V MATH
Deactivate Math Press the SHIFT → MX/MN to deactivate the MATH function,
Measurement or simply activate another measurement function.
Measure Percentage
2. The MX+B setting appears. Press the Up key to skip past

MX+B settings and go to the REF% settings.
REF% will be flashing in the secondary display.
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4. Press Enter to confirm the REF% setting and to begin the

Percentage measurement.
Display Calculated percentage % function

meausurement indicator
DC AUTO S
V MATH
Deactivate Math Press SHIFT → MX/MN to deactivate the MATH function, or

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SYSTEM/DISPLAY
CONFIGURATION
View Serial Number ..................................................... 80
View Version Number .................................................. 81
Brightness Settings ..................................................... 82
Input Resistance Settings ............................................ 83
Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings ........................... 84
Compatibility Settings .................................................. 85
Changing the Compatibility Setting ............................................. 85
Restore Factory Default Settings .................................. 86
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View Serial Number
2. Go to SYSTEM on level 1.
3. Go to S/N on level 2.
4. The serial number will be displayed across both the primary

and secondary display.
Display
Exit Press the EXIT key twice to go back to the measurement

screen.
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View Version Number
3. Go to VER on level 2.
4. The firmware version number will be displayed in the

secondary display.
5. Press Exit to exit from the version menu.
Display
Note Firmware updates can only be performed by a RS Component

service technician. For details, please contact the RS
Component Service Center or visit the RS Component
website at www.rs-components.com
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Brightness Settings
The display has 5 settable brightness levels.
Range Brightness 1 (dim) ~ 5 (bright)
3. Go to LIGHT on level 2.
4. Set the light setting between 1 (dim) and 5 (bright).
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the brightness settings.
Display Brightness setting
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Input Resistance Settings

The 500mV and 5V DC voltage ranges can be set to an input resistance of 10MΩ
or 10GΩ. This setting is only applicable for DC voltage.
Range Input resistance 10MΩ, 10GΩ
Default 10MΩ
2. Go to MEAS on level 1.
3. Go to INPUT R on level 2.
4. Set the input resistance to 10MΩ or 10GΩ
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the input resistance menu.
Display Input resistance

setting
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Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings

The INJACK settings set which input terminal is used for frequency or period
measurements.
Range Injack VOLT, 500mA, 10A
Default VOLT
2. Go to MEAS on level 1.
3. Go to INJACK on level 2.
4. Set the INJACK setting to either VOLT, 500mA or 10A.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the INJACK menu.
Display INJACK setting
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Changing the Compatibility Setting
The IDM-8341/8342 can be set to a special compatibility mode that will allow the
unit to emulate the SCPI command syntax of the IDM-8246 when in remote control
mode. For example, this feature can allow programs that were originally written for
the IDM-8246 to run on the IDM-8341/8342 with little modification.
Range LANG NORM, COMP
3. Go to LANG on level 2.
4. Set the LANG setting to either NORM (normal mode) or

COMP (compatibility mode).
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the LANG menu.
Display LANG setting
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Restore Factory Default Settings

The factory default settings can be restored at anytime from the System menu.
Please see the Appendix on page 165 for a list of the factory default settings.
Range Factory DEF YES, NO
3. Go to FACTORY on level 2.
4. Set the (FACTORY) DEF setting to YES or NO. Choosing YES

will restore the factory default settings.
5. Press the Enter key to confirm and to restore the factory

default settings immediately.
Display Factory default setting
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USB STORE
The IDM-8342 is able to save/log measurement results to a USB
stick.
Please note that this function is not available for the IDM-8341,
however similar functionality is possible on a PC via remote
control using the Excel Add-In, IDM-834x Excel Addins. See the
IDM-834X Series Excel Add-In manual for details.
USB Store Overview .................................................... 89

Supported USB Sticks:................................................................ 89
CSV Format................................................................................. 89
Filename Format ......................................................................... 91
Operator Mode ............................................................................ 92
Long Record Mode ...................................................................... 93
View the Store Function Status ................................................... 95
Set the Starting File Name (Available only in Advance Mode ) .. 97
Save Count (Available only in Advance Mode) ........................... 97
Save to an Existing File (Available only in Advance Mode) ........ 98
Time Mode (Available only in Advance Mode) ............................ 99
Timer ......................................................................................... 100
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Date ........................................................................................... 101

Save to USB .............................................................................. 102
Save to USB (Simple Mode)............................................ 103
Save to USB (Advance Mode)......................................... 104
Note About Deleting Files or Directories on the USB Stick....... 107
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USB Store Overview

The IDM-8342 is able to store measurement results to a USB stick. The USB
storage function also has comprehensive save options that allow you to create a
save file name, allow you to save up to a specified number of reading counts as
well as the option to continue saving to a previously stored file instead of saving to
a new file.
Supported USB Sticks:

USB Disk Type: Flash Disk Only
FAT Format: Fat16 or Fat32(Recommended)
Max memory size: 32GB
Max record count in a recording: 5,000,000 records
Note Flash disks which need to use card adaptors are not
recommended to be used in this application.
CSV Format
Overview The IDM-8342 saves readings as a CSV file (comma separated

values) that can be easily read using spreadsheet programs such
as Microsoft Excel. Each CSV file saves the following information.
Parameters Time (dd) The elapsed number of days since the start
of the readings.
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Time The elapsed time since the start of the

(hh:mm:ss) readings, in hours:minutes:seconds
formatting.
1st Value The reading on the primary display.
1st Unit The units for the reading on the primary

display.
2nd Value The reading on the secondary display.
2nd Unit The units for the reading on the secondary

display.
Count Counts the number of readings each time the

measurement is started. The count is
restarted each time measurement is
restarted. When a measurement is
started/restarted, the first count is marked as
#START#, the last as #END#.
Note Records the accumulative number of

readings that are recorded in that file, up to
the maximum of 50,000.
Example:
Time(dd) Time(hh:mm:ss) 1st Value 1st Unit 2nd Value 2nd Unit Count Note
0 0:00:05 0.00E+00 V DC -- -- #START# 00001#
0 0:00:06 0.00E+00 V DC -- -- 2 00002#
0 0:00:06 0.00E+00 V DC -- -- #END# 00003#
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Filename Format
Overview When files are saved to USB they are saved as a number starting
from DM000\DM000-XX.CSV and are automatically incremented
for each new CSV file*. For example: the first file will be named,
DM000\DM000-XX.CSV, the next DM001\DM001-XX.CSV and
so on.
Note that the suffix, XX, represents a number from 00 to 99. Each
time the system logs more than 50000 readings in total*, a new
file is generated and the suffix is incremented. For example, if
102000 counts are logged, 3 files will be created:
DM000\DM000-00.CSV (counts 1~50000), DM000\DM000-
01.CSV (counts 50001~100000), and DM000\DM000-02.CSV
(counts 100001 ~ 102000).
Note *Please note that automatic file name generation only occurs if
the FILE setting is set to NEW FILE. See page 98 for details.
**Please note that the suffix will only be incremented if the total
number of readings exceeds 50000. To be able to exceed 50000
readings, either the FILE setting should be set to CONTINU
(continuous) or the Count setting should be set to CONTINU
(continuous). See page 97 and 98 for details.
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Operator Mode
Overview In the operator mode, you can choose to operate in Simple mode
or in Advance mode, where various parameters can be
designated by the user.
Simple Mode This mode is the easiest operation mode and is almost setting
free. It is the default operating mode. After entering this mode, the
system will set the ‘Existing File’ setting to ‘New File,’ ‘Count’ to
‘Continu,’ and ‘Time Mode’ to ‘Restart’ by default. The system will
then start to seek for the first available file name (e.g. The first file
name will usually start from DM000, if DM000 doesn’t already
exist). If DM000 and DM001 exist already, then DM002 would be
the next available filename.
Advance Mode Users can make detailed settings by themselves in this mode.
Advance mode is more flexible, so it is comparatively more
complex and only recommended for advanced users. The
following settings are available in this mode: “Existing File”, “File
Name”, “Count”, “Time Mode”, “Time Setup” and “Date Setup.”
Note that the settings that are available for the Advance mode are
automatically available when you activate the USB Store function
in the Advance mode. See page 104.
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2. Go to USBSTO on level 1.
3. Go to MODE on level 2.
4. Set MODE to SIMPLE or ADVANCE.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the MODE menu.
Display Operator mode Operator mode

setting menu indicator
Long Record Mode
Overview If users need long-term data records, the Long Record Mode can
be used to log test data for a long period of time. In this mode, the
Rate is set by the system to the slow rate and the refresh rate is
set to 1 data refresh per second (excluding dual measurement,
ACI+DCI and ACV+DCV modes).
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Normal The Normal setting is the regular record mode. The longest
recordable time depends on the refresh rate that is chosen; the
longest recordable time (in seconds) equals 5,000,000/refresh
rate.
Long In the long record mode, a fixed record speed of one record per
second will be logged into the log file; the longest recordable time
is 5,000,000 seconds.
3. Go to RECORD on level 2.
4. Set RECORD to NORMAL or LONG.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the MODE menu.
Display Operator mode Operator mode

setting menu indicator
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View the Store Function Status
Overview The USB Status menu can be used to check the status of the
USB Store function. This function will allow you to see if the save
operation has completed or check the elapsed time or the current
reading count.
USB Store ELTIME Displays the elapsed time from when the
Status Items USB store function was started.
(Format: HHH:MM:SS)
COUNT Displays the number of readings that have

been logged for the current operation.
STATUS Displays the USB Store function status.

These statuses include:
1. START indicates that the function has

been started
2. STOP indicates that the function has been

stopped.
3. F-FULL indicates that the current log file is

full.
4. D-FULL indicates that the USB disk

currently being used is full.
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5. ERROR indicates errors for unknown

reasons.
S-FILE Shows the filename of the first log file of the

present record.
E-FILE Shows the filename of the last log file of the

present record.
Procedure 1. Insert a USB stick and start the USB Store function as
described on page 103 or 104.
2. To check the status of a save operation press SHIFT → 2ND.
3. The USB Status menu will appear on the display. The elapsed
time will be displayed when you enter this menu.
4. Press the Left or Right arrow keys to switch between the

ELTIME, COUNT, STATUS, S-FILE and E_FILE displays.
5. Press SHIFT → 2ND again to exit from the USB status menu.
Display Elapsed time, Count

or USB store status Status item
DC F
USBSTO
2ND
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Set the Starting File Name (Available only in Advance Mode )
Overview The IDM-8342 will allow you to set the value of the starting file
name instead of the default DM000-XX.CSV.
Note that the suffix, XX, cannot be edited.
This setting will appear automatically after the USB Store function
has been started in Advance mode, see page 104 for details.
Range DM000-XX.CSV to DM999-XX.CSV
Display File name Name menu

number setting indicator
Save Count (Available only in Advance Mode)
Range Count CONTINU, 00002~50000
Default 10
Overview The COUNT function sets how many readings to perform each
time the USB STO function is used. By default the COUNT setting
is set to 10.
When this function is used, the DMM will automatically return to
the ready status when the specified number of readings have
been logged. Note, however that the CONTINU (continuous)
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setting will continuously log data until the USB store function is
turned off.
Note When set to CONTINU, the actual number of reading counts

cannot exceed 5000000 (50000 readings X100).
Display Count menu

Count setting
indicator
Save to an Existing File (Available only in Advance Mode)
Range FILE: CONTINU, NEWFILE
Default NEWFILE
Overview By default a new file is created each time the USB STO function
is used. The FILE menu gives you the option to continue saving
to the previous file rather than creating a new file each time the
USB STO function is used.
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Display File menu File menu

setting indicator
Time Mode (Available only in Advance Mode)
Range TIME CURRENT, RESTART
Default RESTART
Overview The Time Mode setting designates how the readings are time-
stamped when saved to a CSV file.
The CURRENT setting time stamps each reading from the time
when the DMM was first turned on.
The RESTART setting restarts the time stamp time to 0 each time
the USB STO function is used.
Display Tmode menu Tmode menu

setting indicator
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Timer
Range TIMER 00:00:00 ~ 23:59:59

(hours:minutes:seconds)
Default Elapsed time from when the unit was

switched on.
Accuracy 40ppm plus an annual drift of 5ppm/per year.
Overview The timer setting sets the “current” timer time that is used to time
stamp readings when saving to USB. By default the timer time is
the elapsed time from when the unit was turned on.
If the timer time ticks over 23:59:59, the timer will revert back to
00:00:00 and the time stamp will include a “day” count for each
time this occurs. Note, however, the “day” count cannot be set in
the timer settings.
Note The IDM-834X uses volatile RAM and does not have a CMOS
backup battery to save the TIMER settings when the power is
turned off. When the power is reset, the TIMER setting will be
reset to 00:00:00.
3. Go to TIMER on level 2.
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4. Set TIMER time between 00:00:00 and 23:59:59.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the TIMER menu.
Display Timer menu

Timer setting
indicator
Date
Range Date 13.03.01 ~ 99:12:31 (Year:Month:Day)
Default 13.03.01
Overview The date setting sets the date-stamp for any CSV files that are
saved.
Note The IDM-8342 has flash memory to store the date settings. The
date that is set by the user will be restored each time the power is
turned on. The IDM-8342 will not update the date setting
automatically, this must be done manually by the user.
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3. Go to DATE on level 2.
4. Set the DATE. The format for the date is Year:Month:Day.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the DATE menu.

Date menu
Date setting
Display indicator
Save to USB
Overview The USB STO option allows the IDM-8342 to store each
measurement reading to a USB stick. The USB Store function
varies according to whether the operator mode is set to Simple or
Advance.
Note When the IDM-8342 starts to save records to USB, all buttons
except for the SHIFT, MENU, 2ND and left and right arrow keys
will be locked and disabled. Remote control will also be disabled;
the IDM-8342 will stop receiving or transmitting any commands
after it starts to save records to USB.
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Save to USB (Simple Mode)
Overview The procedure below describes the save operation when the
Mode is set to Simple.
Procedure 1. Insert a USB stick into the USB Host port on the front panel.
2. If the USB stick is recognized by the DMM, the USB STO icon
will be lit. This indicates that the DMM is ready to save files to
the USB stick.
3. Press SHIFT → MENU.
The USB STO icon will flash slowly, indicating the DMM is
saving to USB.
4. To stop saving to USB, press SHIFT → MENU again.
When the save operation has stopped, the USB STO icon will
stop flashing and will remain lit.
5. The USB stick can now be removed or another save operation

can be performed.
WARNING Do not remove the USB stick while the DMM is saving to the USB
drive.
Note The USB STO icon will flash at a faster rate (~5 times/second) if
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there is no more space left on the USB stick or if the

automatically-incremented filename suffix, XX, has reached its
maximum value, 99, and cannot be increased further.
Display Recorded USB STO

Measurement icon
DC S
USBSTO
Save to USB (Advance Mode)
Overview The procedure below describes the save operation when the
Mode is set to Advance.
Procedure 1. Insert a USB stick into the USB Host port on the front panel.
2. If the USB stick is recognized by the DMM, the USB STO icon
will be lit. This indicates that the DMM is ready to save files to
the USB stick.
3. Press SHIFT → MENU.
4. Each Advance mode setting will now appear one after the
other. Set each option and press the Enter key to continue to
the next option.
The following options will appear in order:

FILE (Existing File, see page 98)
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NAME (File Name, see page 97)

COUNT (Count, see page 97)
TMODE (Time Mode, see page 99)
TIMER (Time Setup, see page 100)
DATE (Date Setup, see page 101)
5. After the DATE option is set, the DMM will begin logging data.
The USB STO icon will flash slowly, indicating the DMM is
saving to USB.
6. To stop saving to USB, press SHIFT → MENU again.
When the save operation has stopped, the USB STO icon will
stop flashing and will remain lit.
7. The USB stick can now be removed or another save option

can be performed.
WARNING Do not remove the USB stick while the DMM is saving to the USB
drive.
Note The USB STO icon will flash at a faster rate (~5 times/second) if
there is no more space left on the USB stick or if the
automatically-incremented filename suffix, XX, has reached its
maximum value, 99, and cannot be increased further.
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Display Recorded USB STO

Measurement icon
DC S
USBSTO
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Note About Deleting Files or Directories on the USB Stick
Note If you find the need to delete files or directories that have already
been saved to the USB stick, please adhere to the following
suggestions to prevent unexpected results when logging data.
Overview As the system will look for the last DMXXX directory and last log
file (DMXXX-XX.CSV) in that directory when saving log files, it is
imperative that the file directory structure and the files within the
directories remain continuous or files may be stored to the wrong
directory or data may be added to the wrong log file.
Suggestions 1. Only delete the last directories, do not delete directories

When Deleting before the last remaining directory.
Directories or
For example the following directories are on the USB stick:
Log Files
DM000, DM001, DM002, DM003, DM004, DM005
Recommended: Delete the last directories:

DM000, DM001, DM002, DM003, DM004, DM005
Not recommended: Deleting any directories before the last

directory:
DM000, DM001, DM002, DM003, DM004, DM005
2. Only delete the last log files, do not delete any log files before
the last remaining log file.
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For example the following log files are in a directory: DM000-

00.CSV, DM000-01.CSV, DM000-02.CSV
Recommended: Deleting only the last files or all the files from
a directory:
DM000-00.CSV, DM000-01.CSV, DM000-02.CSV
OR
Not recommended: Deleting any file before the last file.

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REMOTE CONTROL
This chapter describes basic configuration of IEEE488.2 based
remote control. For a command list, refer to the Command
Overview chapter on page 114.
Configure Remote Control Interface ........................... 110

USB Interface ............................................................................ 110
GPIB Interface ........................................................................... 111
Return to Local Control .............................................. 113
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Configure Remote Control Interface

USB Interface
The USB device port on the rear panel is used for remote control. The USB port on
the DMM will appear as a virtual COM port to a connected PC. Any terminal
program that can communicate via a serial port can be used for remote control.
Before the DMM can be used for remote control the USB driver included on the
User Manual CD, must first be installed.
USB PC connector Type A, host

configuration
DMM connector Rear panel Type B, slave
Speed 1.1/2.0 (full speed/high speed)
Selectable baud 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
rate
Parity None
Hardware flow Off
control
Data Bits 8
Stop bit 1
Steps 1. Connect the USB cable to the rear panel type B USB port.
2. Press MENU.
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3. Go to I/O on level 1.
4. Go to USB on level 2.
5. Set the baud rate to an applicable rate.
6. Press Enter to confirm the baud rate settings.
7. Press EXIT to exit from the USB menu.
Display Baud rate Baud menu

setting indicator
GPIB Interface
In addition to the USB port, an optional GPIB port (IDM-8342 only) on the rear
panel can be used for remote control.
GPIB GPIB Address 0~30

configuration Range
Steps 1. Connect the GPIB cable to the rear panel GPIB port.
2. Press MENU.
3. Go to I/O on level 1.
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4. Go to GPIB on level 2.
5. Turn GPIB ON and press Enter to Confirm.
6. The GPIB address settings will automatically appear after
7. turning GPIB on. Set the GPIB address.
8. Press Enter to confirm the GPIB address setting.
9. Press EXIT to exit from the System menu.
Display GPIB address GPIB menu

setting indicator
Note GPIB Constraints  Maximum 15 devices together, at least 2/3

of all devices turned on. Cable length
should be less then 20m with a maximum of
2m between each device.
 Unique address assigned to each device
 No loop or parallel connections
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Return to Local Control

When the unit is in remote control mode, the RMT icon
Background
above the main display can be seen. When this icon is not
displayed, it indicates that the unit is in local control mode.
Procedure 1. Press the LOCAL/2ND key when in remote mode.
2. The unit will go back into local mode and the RMT icon will
turn off.
Display Remote control

indicator
AUTO RMT
k Hz
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
The Command overview chapter lists all programming
commands in functional order as well as alphabetical order. The
command syntax section shows you the basic syntax rules you
have to apply when using commands.
Command Syntax
Compatible IEEE488.2 Partial compatibility

Standard Partial compatibility
SCPI, 1994
Command SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments)

Structure commands follow a tree-like structure, organized into nodes.
Each level of the command tree is a node. Each keyword in a
SCPI command represents each node in the command tree.
Each keyword (node) of a SCPI command is separated by a
colon (:).
For example, the diagram below shows an SCPI sub-structure
and a command example.
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CONFigure
CONFigure:VOLTage:DC :VOLTage
:DC :AC :DCAC
Command types There are a number of different instrument commands and

queries. A command sends instructions or data to the unit and a
query receives data or status information from the unit.
Command types
Simple A single command with/without a parameter
Example CONFigure:VOLTage:DC
Query A query is a simple or compound command

followed by a question mark (?). A parameter
(data) is returned.
Example CONFigure:RANGe?
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Command Commands and queries have two different forms, long and short.
Forms The command syntax is written with the short form of the
command in capitals and the remainder (long form) in lower case.
The commands can be written either in capitals or lower-case,
just so long as the short or long forms are complete. An
incomplete command will not be recognized.
Below are examples of correctly written commands.
Long form CONFigure:DIODe
CONFIGURE:DIODE
Configure:diode
Short form CONF:DIOD
conf:diod
Square Brackets Commands that contain square brackets indicate that the
contents are optional. The function of the command is the same
with or without the square bracketed items, as shown below. For
example, for the query:
[SENSe:]UNIT?
Both [SENSe:]UNIT? and UNIT? are both valid forms.
Command CONFigure:VOLTage:DC 500
Format
1 2 3
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1. Command header 3. Parameter 1

2. Space
Common Type Description Example

Input
<Boolean> boolean logic 0, 1
Parameters
<NR1> integers 0, 1, 2, 3
<NR2> decimal 0.1, 3.14, 8.5

numbers
<NR3> floating point 4.5e-1, 8.25e+1

with exponent
<NRf> any of NR1, 2, 3 1, 1.5, 4.5e-1
[MIN] (Optional For commands, this will set the setting to the
parameter) lowest value. This parameter can be used in
place of any numerical parameter where
indicated.
For queries, it will return the lowest possible

value allowed for the particular setting.
[MAX] (Optional For commands, this will set the setting to the
parameter) highest value. This parameter can be used in
place of any numerical parameter where
indicated.
For queries, it will return the highest possible

value allowed for the particular setting.
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Automatic The IDM-8341/8342 automatically sets the command parameter

parameter range to the next available value.
selection
Example conf:volt:dc 1
This will set the measurement item to DC

Voltage and the range to 5V. There is no 1V
range so the DMM selects the next available
range, 5V.
Message Remote Marks the end of a command line. The

Terminator Command following messages are in accordance with
(EOL) IEEE488.2 standard.
LF, CR, CR+LF The most common EOL

character is CR+LF
Return Message CR+ LF
Message EOL or ; Command Separator

Separator (semicolon)
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Command List
Configure Commands (Display 1)
CONFigure:VOLTage:DC ...................................................... 126
CONFigure:VOLTage:AC ...................................................... 126
CONFigure:VOLTage:DCAC................................................. 126
CONFigure:CURRent:DC ...................................................... 127
CONFigure:CURRent:AC ...................................................... 127
CONFigure:CURRent:DCAC................................................. 127
CONFigure:RESistance ........................................................ 127
CONFigure:FREQuency ........................................................ 128
CONFigure:PERiod ............................................................... 128
CONFigure:CONTinuity ......................................................... 128
CONFigure:DIODe ................................................................ 128
CONFigure:TEMPerature:TCOuple ...................................... 128
CONFigure:CAPacitance ...................................................... 129
CONFigure:FUNCtion? ......................................................... 129
CONFigure:RANGe? ............................................................. 129
CONFigure:AUTO ................................................................. 130
CONFigure:AUTO? ............................................................... 130
Configure Commands (Display 2)

CONFigure2:VOLTage:DC .................................................... 130
CONFigure2:VOLTage:AC .................................................... 130
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CONFigure2:CURRent:DC .................................................... 131

CONFigure2:CURRent:AC .................................................... 131
CONFigure2:RESistance ...................................................... 131
CONFigure2:FREQuency ...................................................... 132
CONFigure2:PERiod ............................................................. 132
CONFigure2:OFF .................................................................. 132
CONFigure2:FUNCtion? ....................................................... 132
CONFigure2:RANGe? ........................................................... 133
CONFigure2:AUTO ............................................................... 133
CONFigure2:AUTO? ............................................................. 133
Measure Commands
MEASure:VOLTage:DC? ...................................................... 134
MEASure:VOLTage:AC? ....................................................... 134
MEASure:VOLTage:DCAC? ................................................. 134
MEASure:CURRent:DC? ...................................................... 135
MEASure:CURRent:AC? ....................................................... 135
MEASure:CURRent:DCAC? ................................................. 135
MEASure:RESistance? ......................................................... 136
MEASure:FREQuency? ........................................................ 136
MEASure:PERiod? ................................................................ 136
MEASure:CONTinuity? ......................................................... 136
MEASure:DIODe? ................................................................. 137
MEASure:TEMPerature:TCOuple? ....................................... 137
MEASure2:VOLTage:DC? .................................................... 137
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MEASure2:VOLTage:AC? ..................................................... 138

MEASure2:CURRent:DC? .................................................... 138
MEASure2:CURRent:AC?..................................................... 138
MEASure2:RESistance? ....................................................... 139
MEASure2:FREQuency? ...................................................... 139
MEASure2:PERiod? .............................................................. 139
Sense Commands
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE ................................ 140
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE? .............................. 140
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated ....................... 140
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated? ..................... 140
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE ...................................................... 141
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE? .................................................... 141
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack............................................ 141
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack? ......................................... 141
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack ................................................... 141
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack? ................................................. 142
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold .......................................... 142
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold? ........................................ 142
[SENSe:]UNIT ....................................................................... 142
[SENSe:]UNIT? ..................................................................... 142
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2] ......................................................... 143
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2]? ....................................................... 143
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Calculate Commands
CALCulate:FUNCtion ............................................................ 144
CALCulate:FUNCtion? .......................................................... 144
CALCulate:STATe ................................................................. 144
CALCulate:STATe? ............................................................... 144
CALCulate:MINimum? ........................................................... 144
CALCulate:MAXimum? ......................................................... 145
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence ............................................... 145
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence? ............................................. 145
CALCulate:REL:REFerence .................................................. 145
CALCulate:REL:REFerence? ................................................ 145
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer ........................................................ 146
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer? ...................................................... 146
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer ......................................................... 146
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer? ....................................................... 146
CALCulate:DB:REFerence .................................................... 146
CALCulate:DB:REFerence? .................................................. 147
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence ................................................. 147
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence? ............................................... 147
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor ................................................. 147
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor? ............................................... 147
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor ................................................. 148
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor? ............................................... 148
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent .................................................. 148
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent? ................................................ 148
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CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet ..................................................... 148

CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet? ................................................... 149
Trigger Commands
READ?................................................................................... 150
VAL1? .................................................................................... 150
VAL2? .................................................................................... 150
TRIGger:SOURce ................................................................. 151
TRIGger:SOURce? ............................................................... 151
TRIGger:AUTO ...................................................................... 151
TRIGger:AUTO? .................................................................... 151
SAMPle:COUNt ..................................................................... 151
SAMPle:COUNt? ................................................................... 152
TRIGger:COUNt .................................................................... 152
TRIGger:COUNt? .................................................................. 152
System Commands
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe ...................................................... 153
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe? .................................................... 153
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor ...................................................... 153
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor? .................................................... 153
SYSTem:ERRor? .................................................................. 153
SYSTem:VERSion? .............................................................. 154
SYSTem:DISPlay .................................................................. 154
SYSTem:DISPlay? ................................................................ 154
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SYSTem:SERial? .................................................................. 154

SYSTem:SCPi:MODE ........................................................... 154
SYSTem:SCPi:MODE? ......................................................... 155
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO ....................................................... 155
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO? ..................................................... 155
Status Commands
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle ............................................ 156
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle? .......................................... 156
STATus:QUEStionable:EVENt? ............................................ 156
STATus:PRESet .................................................................... 156
Interface Commands
SYSTem:LOCal ..................................................................... 156
SYSTem:REMote .................................................................. 156
SYSTem:RWLock.................................................................. 157
Common Commands
*CLS ...................................................................................... 158
*ESE? .................................................................................... 158
*ESE ...................................................................................... 158
*ESR? .................................................................................... 158
*IDN? ..................................................................................... 159
*OPC? ................................................................................... 159
*OPC ..................................................................................... 159
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*PSC? .................................................................................... 159

*PSC ...................................................................................... 159
*RST ...................................................................................... 159
*SRE? .................................................................................... 160
*SRE ...................................................................................... 160
*STB? .................................................................................... 160
*TRG...................................................................................... 160
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CONFigure Commands
CONFigure:VOLTage:DC
Sets measurement to DC Voltage on the first display and specifies the range.
Parameter: [None] | [Range(<NRf> | MIN | MAX | DEF)]
Example: CONF:VOLT:DC 5
Sets the voltage range to 5 volts.
CONFigure:VOLTage:AC
Sets measurement to AC Voltage on the first display and specifies the range.
Example: CONF:VOLT:AC
Sets the AC range to auto range.
CONFigure:VOLTage:DCAC
Sets measurement to DC+AC Voltage on the first display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF:VOLT:DCAC
Sets the DC+AC voltage range to auto range.
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CONFigure:CURRent:DC
Sets measurement to DC Current on the first display and specifies the range.
Example: CONF:CURR:DC 50e-3
Sets the DC current range to 50mA.
CONFigure:CURRent:AC
Sets measurement to AC Current on the first display and specifies range.
Example: CONF:CURR:AC 50e-2
Sets the measurement mode to ACI with a 500mA range.
CONFigure:CURRent:DCAC
Sets measurement to DC+AC Current on the first display and specifies range.
Example: CONF:CURR:DCAC 50e-2
Sets the measurement mode to DC+AC Current with a 500mA range.
CONFigure:RESistance
Sets measurement to 2W Resistance on the first display and specifies range.
Example: CONF:RES 50e3
Sets the range to 50kΩ.
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CONFigure:FREQuency
Sets measurement to Frequency on the first display and specifies the range.
Example: CONF:FREQ MAX
Sets the frequency measurement range to max.
CONFigure:PERiod
Sets measurement to Period on the first display and specifies the range.
Example: CONF:PER
Sets the DMM to period measurement using the previous range.
CONFigure:CONTinuity
Sets measurement to Continuity on the first display.
Parameter: None
CONFigure:DIODe
Sets measurement to Diode on the first display.
Parameter: None
CONFigure:TEMPerature:TCOuple
Sets measurement to Temperature thermocouple (T-CUP) on the first display.
Parameter: [None] | [Type(J | K | T)]
Example: CONF:TEMP:TCO J
Sets the measurement mode to TCO with a type J sensor.
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CONFigure:CAPacitance
Sets measurement to Capacitance on the first display.
Example: CONF:CAP 5E-5
Sets the measurement mode to Capacitance with a 50μF Range.
CONFigure:FUNCtion?
Returns the current function on the first display.
Return parameter: VOLT, VOLT:AC,VOLT:DCAC, CURR,
CURR:AC,CURR:DCAC, RES, FREQ, PER, TEMP, DIOD, CONT, CAP
CONFigure:RANGe?
Returns the current range on the first display.
Return Parameter:
DCV: 0 .5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 1000(1000V)
ACV: 0.5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 750(750V)
ACI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A), 10(10A)
DCI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A), 10(10A)
RES: 50E+1(500Ω) 50E+2(5kΩ), 50E+3(50kΩ), 50E+4 (500kΩ),
50E+5(5MΩ), 50E+6(50MΩ)
CAP: 5E-9(5nF), 5E-8(50nF), 5E-7(500nF), 5E-6(5μF), 5E-5(50μF)
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CONFigure:AUTO
Sets Auto-Range on or off on the first display.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: CONF:AUTO ON
CONFigure:AUTO?
st
Returns the Auto-Range status of the function on the 1 display.
Return Parameter: 0|1, 1=Auto range, 0=Manual range
Secondary Display: CONFigure2 Commands
CONFigure2:VOLTage:DC
Sets measurement to DC Voltage on the second display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF2:VOLT:DC 5
Sets the voltage range to 5 volts.
CONFigure2:VOLTage:AC
Sets measurement to AC Voltage on the second display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF2:VOLT:AC
Sets the measurement mode to AC voltage.
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CONFigure2:CURRent:DC
Sets measurement to DC Current on the second display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF2:CURR:DC 50e-3
Sets the DC current range to 50mA on the second display.
CONFigure2:CURRent:AC
Sets measurement to AC Current on the second display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF2:CURR:AC 50e-2
Sets the measurement mode to ACI with a 500mA range on the second
display.
CONFigure2:RESistance
Sets measurement to 2W Resistance on the second display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF2:RES 50e3
Sets the range to 50kΩ on the second display.
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CONFigure2:FREQuency
Sets measurement to Frequency on the second display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF2:FREQ MAX
Sets the frequency measurement range to max on the second display.
CONFigure2:PERiod
Sets measurement to Period on the second display and specifies the range.
Example: CONF2:PER
Sets the DMM to period measurement using the previous range.
CONFigure2:OFF
Turns the second display function off.
Parameter: None.
CONFigure2:FUNCtion?
Returns the current function on the second display.
Return parameter: VOLT, VOLT:AC, CURR, CURR:AC, RES, FREQ, PER,
NON
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CONFigure2:RANGe?
Returns the range of the current function on the second display.
Return parameter:
DCV: 0 .5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 1000(1000V)
ACV: 0.5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 750(750V)
ACI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A), 10(10A)
DCI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A), 10(10A)
RES: 50E+1(500Ω) 50E+2(5kΩ), 50E+3(50kΩ), 50E+4 (500kΩ),
50E+5(5MΩ), 50E+6(50MΩ)
CONFigure2:AUTO
Sets Auto-Range on or off on the 2nd display.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: CONF2:AUTO ON
CONFigure2:AUTO?
Returns the Auto-Range status of the function on the 2nd display.
Return Parameter: 0|1, 1=Auto range, 0=Manual range
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Measure Commands
MEASure:VOLTage:DC?
Returns the DC voltage measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:VOLT:DC?
>+0.488E-4
Returns the DC voltage measurement as 0.0488 mV.
MEASure:VOLTage:AC?
Returns the AC voltage measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:VOLT:AC?
>+0.511E-3
Returns the AC voltage measurement as 0.511 mV.
MEASure:VOLTage:DCAC?
Returns the DC+AC voltage measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:VOLT:DCAC?
>+0.326E-3
Returns the DC+AC voltage measurement as 0.326 mV.
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MEASure:CURRent:DC?
Returns the DC current measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CURR:DC?
>+0.234E-4
Returns the DC current measurement as 0.0234 mA.
MEASure:CURRent:AC?
Returns the AC current measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CURR:AC?
> +0.387E-2
Returns the AC current measurement as 3.87mA.
MEASure:CURRent:DCAC?
Returns the DC+AC current measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CURR:DCAC?
>+0.123E-4
Returns the DC+AC current measurement as 0.0123 mA.
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MEASure:RESistance?
Returns the 2W resistance measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:RES?
> +1.1937E+3
Returns the 2W measurement as 1.1937kΩ.
MEASure:FREQuency?
Returns the frequency measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:FREQ?
> +2.3708E+2
Returns the frequency (237.08Hz).
MEASure:PERiod?
Returns the period measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:PER? MAX
Returns the period at the maximum range.
MEASure:CONTinuity?
Returns the continuity measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CONT?
Returns the continuity.
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MEASure:DIODe?
Returns the diode measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:DIOD?
Returns the diode measurement.
MEASure:TEMPerature:TCOuple?
Returns the temperature for the selected thermocouple type on the first
display.
Parameter:[NONE] | J | K | T
Example: MEAS:TEMP:TCO? J
> +2.50E+1
Returns the temperature.
MEASure2:VOLTage:DC?
Returns the DC voltage measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:VOLT:DC?
>+0.488E-4
Returns the DC voltage measurement as 0.0488 mV.
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MEASure2:VOLTage:AC?
Returns the AC voltage measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:VOLT:AC?
>+0.511E-3
Returns the AC voltage measurement as 0.511 mV.
MEASure2:CURRent:DC?
Returns the DC current measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:CURR:DC?
>+0.234E-4
Returns the DC current measurement as 0.0234 mA.
MEASure2:CURRent:AC?
Returns the AC current measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:CURR:AC?
> +0.387E-2
Returns the AC current measurement.
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MEASure2:RESistance?
Returns the 2W resistance measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:RES?
> +1.1912E+3
Returns the 2W measurement.
MEASure2:FREQuency?
Returns the frequency measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:FREQ?
> +2.3712E+2
Returns the frequency (237.12Hz).
MEASure2:PERiod?
Returns the period measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:PER? MAX
Returns the period at the maximum range.
SENSe Commands
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[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE
Sets thermocouple type.
Parameter: Type(J | K | T)
Example: SENS:TEMP:TCO:TYPE J
Sets the thermocouple to type J.
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE?
Returns the thermocouple type.
Return parameter: J, K, T
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated
Set temperature simulation value.
Parameter: <NRf>(0.00 ~ 50.00)
Example: SENS:TEMP:RJUN:SIM 25.00
Sets the thermocouple junction temperature to 25˚C.
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated?
Returns temperature simulation value.
Return parameter: <NR1> (+0000~+5000) ,where +0000=0.00˚C,
+5000=50.00˚C
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[SENSe:]DETector:RATE
Sets the detection rate (sample rate)
Parameter: RATE(S | M | F)
Example: SENS:DET:RATE S
Sets the rate to slow (S).
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE?
Returns the sample rate.
Return parameter: SLOW, MID, FAST
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack
Assigns an input terminal for the frequency function.
Parameter: (0|1|2) 0=volt, 1=500mA, 2=10A
Example: SENS:FREQ:INP 0
Sets the input jack to the Volt input terminal.
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack?
Returns the assigned input terminal used for the frequency function.
Return Parameter: VOLT, 500mA, 10A
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack
Assigns an input terminal for the period function.
Parameter: (0|1|2) 0=volt, 1=500mA, 2=10A
Example: SENS:PER:INP 0
Sets the input jack to the Volt input terminal.
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[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack?
Returns the assigned input terminal used for the period function.
Return Parameter: VOLT, 500mA, 10A
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold
Sets the continuity threshold in ohms.
Parameter: <NRf> (0 ~ 1000)
Example: SENS:CONT:THR 500
Sets the continuity threshold to 500
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold?
Returns the continuity threshold.
[SENSe:]UNIT
Sets the temperature unit.
Parameter: C|F
Example: SENS:UNIT C
Sets the temperature unit to ˚C.
[SENSe:]UNIT?
Returns the temperature unit.
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[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2]
Sets the function for the first or second display.
Parameter:
(display1):"VOLT[:DC]", "VOLT:AC", “VOLT:DCAC”, "CURR[:DC]", "CURR:AC",
“CURR:DCAC”, "RES", "FREQ", "PER", "TEMP:TCO", "DIOD", "CONT", “CAP”
(display2): "VOLT[:DC]", "VOLT:AC", "CURR[:DC]", "CURR:AC", "RES",
"FREQ", "PER", "NON"
Example: SENS:FUNC1 "VOLT:DC"
st
Sets the 1 display to the DCV function.
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2]?
Returns the function displayed on the first or second display.
Return parameter:
(display 1): VOLT, VOLT:AC,VOLT:DCAC, CURR, CURR:AC,CURR:DCAC,
RES, FREQ, PER, TEMP:TCO, DIOD, CONT, CAP
(display 2): VOLT, VOLT:AC, CURR, CURR:AC, RES, FREQ, PER, NON
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CALCulate Commands
CALCulate:FUNCtion
Sets the Advanced function.
Parameter: OFF | MIN | MAX | HOLD | REL | COMP | DB | DBM | MXB | INV |
REF
Example: CALC:FUNC REL
Sets the Advanced function to REL (relative)
CALCulate:FUNCtion?
Returns the current Advanced function.
CALCulate:STATe
Turns the Advanced function on/off.
Parameter: ON|OFF
Example: CALC:STAT OFF
Turns the Advanced function off.
CALCulate:STATe?
Returns the status of the Advanced function.
Return Parameter: 0 | 1, 1=ON, 0=OFF
CALCulate:MINimum?
Returns the minimum value from the Max/Min measurement.
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CALCulate:MAXimum?
Returns the maximum value from the Max/Min measurement.
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence
Sets the percentage threshold for the Hold function.
Parameter: <NRf> (0.01, 0.1, 1, 10)
Example: CALC:HOLD:REF 10
Sets the hold percentage to 10%.
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence?
Returns the percentage threshold from the Hold function.
CALCulate:REL:REFerence
Sets the reference value for the relative function.
Parameter: <NRf> | MIN | MAX
Example: CALC:REL:REF MAX
Sets the reference value to the maximum allowed.
CALCulate:REL:REFerence?
Returns the reference value from the relative function.
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CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer
Sets the lower limit of the compare function.
Para meter: <NRf> | MIN | MAX
Example: CALC:LIM:LOW 1.0
Sets the lower limit to 1.0
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer?
Returns the lower limit of the compare function.
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer
Sets the upper limit of the compare function.
Example: CALC:LIM:UPP 1.0
Sets the upper limit to 1.0
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer?
Returns the upper limit of the compare function.
CALCulate:DB:REFerence
Sets the reference value for the dB function.
Example: CALC:DB:REF MAX
Sets the reference voltage for dB measurements to the maximum allowed.
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CALCulate:DB:REFerence?
Returns the reference voltage from the dB function.
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence
Sets the resistance value for the dBm function.
Example: CALC:DBM:REF MAX
Sets the resistance value for dBm measurements to the maximum allowed.
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence?
Returns the resistance value from the dBm function.
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor
Sets the scale factor M for math measurements.
Example: CALC:MATH:MMF MIN
Sets the scale factor M to the minimum allowed value.
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor?
Returns the scale factor M used in the math measurement.
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CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor
Sets the offset factor B for math measurements.
Example: CALC:MATH:MBF MIN
Sets the offset factor B to the minimum allowed value.
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor?
Returns the offset factor B used in the math measurement.
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent
Sets the reference value for the Percent function.
Example: CALC:MATH:PERC MAX
Sets the reference value for the Percent function to the maximum.
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent?
Returns the reference value setting for the Percent function.
CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet
Sets the reference value for the relative function. This command is analogous
to the CALCulate:REL:REFerence command.
Example: CALC:NULL:OFFS MAX
Sets the reference value to the maximum allowed.
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CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet?
Returns the reference value from the relative function. This query is
analogous to the CALCulate:REL:REFerence? query.
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TRIGger Commands
READ?
st nd
Returns 1 and 2 display value.
VAL1?
st
Returns the 1 display reading
Example: SAMP:COUN 100
VAL1?
>+0.333E-4,V DC
>+0.389E-4,V DC
> etc, for 100 counts.
st
Queries 100 counts of stored samples from the 1 display.
VAL2?
nd
Returns the 2 display reading.
VAL2?
>+0.345E-4,V DC
>+0.391E-4,V DC
> etc, for 100 counts.
nd
Queries 100 counts of stored samples from the 2 display.
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TRIGger:SOURce
Selects the trigger source.
Parameter: INT | EXT
Example: TRIG:SOUR INT
Sets the trigger source as internal.
TRIGger:SOURce?
Returns current trigger source.
TRIGger:AUTO
Turns Trigger Auto mode on/off.
Parameters: ON | OFF
Example: TRIG:AUTO OFF
Turns the Trigger Auto mode off.
TRIGger:AUTO?
Returns the Trigger Auto mode.
Return parameter: 0|1, 0=OFF, 1=ON
SAMPle:COUNt
Sets the number of samples.
Parameter: <NR1>(1 ~ 9999) | MIN | MAX
Sets the number of samples to 10.
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SAMPle:COUNt?
Returns the number of samples.
Parameter: None | MIN | MAX
TRIGger:COUNt
Sets the number of trigger counts.
Parameter: <NR1>(1 ~ 9999) | MIN | MAX
Example: TRIG:COUN 10
Sets the number of trigger counts to 10.
TRIGger:COUNt?
Returns the number of trigger counts.
Parameter: None | MIN | MAX
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SYSTem Related Commands
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe
Selects the beeper mode; no beep, beep on fail and beep on pass.
Parameter: <NR1>(0 | 1 | 2) 0=no beep, 2=fail, 1=pass
Example: SYST:BEEP:STAT 0
Turns the beeper off.
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe?
Returns the beeper mode.
Return parameter: Beep on Pass | Beep on Fail | No Beep
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor
Sets the beeper to sound on an SCPI error.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: SYST:BEEP:ERR ON
Allows the beeper to sound when an SCPI error occurs.
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor?
Returns the beeper error mode.
SYSTem:ERRor?
Returns the current system error, if any.
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SYSTem:VERSion?
Returns system version.
Return Parameter: X.XX.
SYSTem:DISPlay
Turns the Display on/off.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: SYST:DISP ON
Turns the display on.
SYSTem:DISPlay?
Returns the status of the display
SYSTem:SERial?
Returns the serial number (eight characters/numbers)
SYSTem:SCPi:MODE
Sets the SCPI mode.
Parameter: NORM| COMP
(NORM=Normal, COMP= Compatible to IDM8246)
Example: SYST:SCP:MODE NORM
Sets the SCPI mode to normal.
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SYSTem:SCPi:MODE?
Returns the SCPI mode.
Return parameter: NORMAL | COMPATIBLE
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO
Sets the input impedance for DCV mode.
Parameter: ON(10G)|OFF(10M)
Example: INP:IMP:AUTO ON
Turns the Automatic input impedance on.
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO?
Returns the input impedance mode.
Return parameter: <Boolean>(0|1) (0=OFF(10M), 1=ON(10G))
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STATus Report Commands
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle
Set bits in the Questionable Data Enable register.
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle?
Returns the contents of the Questionable Data Enable register.
STATus:QUEStionable:EVENt?
Returns the contents of the Questionable Data Event register.
STATus:PRESet
Clears the Questionable Data Enable register.
Example: STAT:PRES
Interface Commands
SYSTem:LOCal
Enables local control (front panel control) and disables remote control.
SYSTem:REMote
Enables remote control and disables local control (front panel control). Local
control can be recalled by pressing the 2ND or local button.
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SYSTem:RWLock
Enables remote control and disables local control (front panel control). Once
this command has been issued, pressing the 2ND or local buttons will not return
the user to local control. The only way to return local mode is to issue the
SYSTem:LOCal command.
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IEEE 488.2 Common Commands
*CLS
Clears the Event Status register (Output Queue, Operation Event Status,
Questionable Event Status, Standard Event Status)
*ESE?
Returns the ESER (Event Status Enable Register) contents.
Example: *ESE?
>130
Returns 130. ESER=10000010
*ESE
Sets the ESER contents.
Parameter: <NR1> (0~255)
Example: *ESE 65
Sets the ESER to 01000001
*ESR?
Returns SESR (Standard Event Status Register) contents.
Example: *ESR?
>198
Returns 198. SESR=11000110
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*IDN?
Returns the manufacturer, model No., serial number and system version
number.
Example: *IDN?
>RS PRO, IDM8342, 00000000,1.0
*OPC?
“1” is placed in the output queue when all the pending operations are
completed.
*OPC
Sets operation complete bit (bit0) in SERS (Standard Event Status Register)
when all pending operations are completed.
*PSC?
Returns power On clear status.
Return parameter: <Boolean>(0|1) 0= don’t clear, 1=clear
*PSC
Clears power On status.
Parameter: <Boolean>(0|1) 0=don’t clear, 1= clear
*RST
Recalls default panel setup.
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*SRE?
Returns the SRER (Service Request Enable Register) contents.
*SRE
Sets SRER contents.
Parameter: <NR1>(0~255)
Example: *SRE 7
Sets the SRER to 00000111.
*STB?
Returns the SBR (Status Byte Register) contents.
Example:*STB?
>81
Returns the contents of the SBR as 01010001.
*TRG
Manually triggers the DMM.
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For the following command sets, please refer to the status system diagram on
page 171.
STAT: QUES:EVEN?
STAT: QUES: ENAB
STAT: QUES: ENAB?
*ESR?
*ESE
*ESE?
*STB?
*SRE
*SRE?
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FAQ
The DMM performance doesn’t match the specifications.
Make sure the device is powered On for at least 30 minutes, within 18~28˚C. This
is necessary to stabilize the unit to match the specifications.
The measured voltage does not match the expected value.
There are a number of reasons why the measured value may not match the
expected values.
1. Ensure that all connections are connected securely and have a good contact at
all times. Poor contacts could result in erroneous measurements.
2. Ensure that the appropriate input resistance has been set in the System menu.
For 500mv and 5V ranges, the input resistance can be set to either 10MΩ or
10GΩ.
3. When measuring AC voltage or current, the RMS of the voltage peak is

measured, not the voltage peak. See page 35 for details.
4. The measurement rate settings can have an effect on the accuracy of the
measurement. Slow measurements are more accurate, while the fast rate is not
as accurate.
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5. Ensure that an appropriate range setting is used. If a too-large range is used, the
resolution or the measurement may be affected.
For more information, contact your local dealer or RS component at www.rs-

components.com.
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System Menu Tree
LEVEL 1 SYSTEM MEAS TEMP I/O USBSTO
IDM-8342 only
LEVEL 2 USB GPIB
115200 OFF
57600 ON 1
38400 :
19200 30
9600
IDM-8342 only
LEVEL 2 SENSOR SIM UNIT
TYPE J 23.00 C
TYPE K F
TYPE T
IDM-8342 only
LEVEL 2 CONT INJACK INPUT R
0010 VOLT 10M

500mA 10G
10A
LEVEL 2 BEEP VER LIGHT SN LANG FACTORY
PASS Vx.xx LIGHT:1 12345678 NORM NO

FAIL LIGHT:2 COMP YES
OFF LIGHT:3
LIGHT:4
LIGHT:5
LEVEL 2 MODE RECORD TIMER DATE
SIMPLE NORMAL 00:00:00 13.03.01

ADVANCE LONG
Pressing Shift + Menu
FILE NAME COUNT TMODE TIMER DATE

IDM-8342 only
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Factory Default Settings

Measurement Item
DCV
Range
AUTO
Rate
S
SYSTEM Menu
BEEP: Pass
VER: N/A
LIGHT: 3
S/N: N/A
LANG: NORM
FACTORY: NO
MEAS Menu
CONT: 0010Ω
INJACK: VOLT
INPUT R: 10M
TEMP Menu
SENSOR: TYPE J
SIM: 23.00
UNIT: C
I/O Menu
USB: BAUD:
115200
GPIB: OFF
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USBSTO Menu
MODE: SIMPLE
RECORD:NORMAL
TIMER: 00:00:00
DATE: 13.03.01
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Replacing the AC Source Fuse

Fuse Ratings Type Rating Size
0.125AT 100VAC, 120VAC 5mm X 20mm
0.063AT 220VAC, 240VAC 5mm X 20mm
Note Only replace the fuse with a fuse of the correct type and rating.
Steps 1. Turn the DMM off and take out the power cord.
2. Remove the fuse socket using a flathead screwdriver.
3. Remove the fuse in the holder and replace with the correct
type and rating.
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4. Ensure the correct line voltage is lined up with the arrow on

the fuse holder. Insert the fuse socket.
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Replacing the Input Fuse

Fuse Rating Type Rating Size
T0.5A 0.5A 250V 6.3mm X 32mm
Note Only replace the fuse with a fuse of the correct type and rating.
Steps 1. Turn the DMM off.
2. Press the fuse holder with your finger and turn anticlockwise.
This will release the fuse holder from the panel.
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3. Replace the fuse at the end of the holder with the correct type
and rating.
4. Push the fuse holder back into the panel and turn clockwise
when the fuse holder is level with the front panel.
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Status system
The diagram below is a description of the status system
For the following command sets, please refer to the diagram above.
STAT: QUES: EVEN?

STAT: QUES: ENAB
STAT: QUES: ENAB?
*ESR?
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*ESE
*ESE?
*STB?
*SRE
*SRE?
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Specifications
The specifications apply when the DMM is warmed up for at least 30 minutes and
operates in slow rate.
Below are the basic conditions required to operate the DMM within specifications:
 Calibration: Yearly
 Operating Temperature Specification: 18~28˚C (64.4~82.4˚F)
 Relative Humidity: 80% (Non condensing)
 Accuracy: ± (% of Reading + Digits)
 AC measurements are based on a 50% duty cycle.
 The power supply cable must be grounded to ensure accuracy.
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 All specifications are applicable to the main (1 ) display only.
General Specifications
Specification Conditions:
Temperature: 23˚C±5˚C
Humidity: <80%RH, 75%RH for resistance measurement readings greater than 10MΩ.
Operating Environment: (0~50˚C)
Temperature Range: 0~35˚C, Relative Humidity: <80%RH;
>35˚C, Relative Humidity: <70%RH
Indoor use only
Altitude: 2000 meters
Pollution degree 2
Storage Conditions (-10~70˚C)
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Temperature Range: 0~35˚C, Relative Humidity: <90%RH;

>35˚C, Relative Humidity: <80%RH
General:
Power Consumption: Max 15VA
Dimensions: 265 mm (W) X 107 mm (H) X 302 mm (D)
Weight: Approximately 2.9 kg
DC Voltage
Range Resolution Full Scale Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) Input Resistance
500mV 10μV 510.00 10MΩ or >10GΩ
5V 100μV 5.1000 10MΩ or >10GΩ
50V 1mV 51.000 0.02%+4 11.1MΩ
500V 10mV 510.00 10.1MΩ
1000V 100mV 1020.0 10MΩ
* When the input value exceeds the full scale of the selected range, the display will show -
OL- (over load) on the display.
* The specifications are guaranteed to an input voltage of 1000V. A beeping alarm will go off
when the input voltage is higher than 1000V.
* Input protection of 1000V peak on all ranges.
** DC Common Mode Rejection Ratio
>90 dB at dc, 50 or 60Hz ± 0.1% (1kΩ unbalanced, slow rates)
DC Current
Accuracy
Range Resolution Full Scale (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) Shunt Resistance Burden Voltage
500μA 10nA 510.00 0.05%+5 100Ω 0.06V max
5mA 100nA 5.1000 0.05%+4 100Ω 0.6V max
50mA 1μ A 51.000 0.05%+4 1Ω 0.14V max
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500mA 10μA 510.00 0.10%+4 1Ω 1.4V max

5A 100μA 5.1000 0.25%+5 10mΩ 0.5V max
10 A 1mA 12.000 0.25%+5 10mΩ 0.8V max
* 500μA~500mA range has a 3.6V voltage limit protection and 0.5A fuse protection. And 10A
range has a 12A fuse protection.
* When the input value exceeds the full scale of the selected range, the display will show -
OL- (over load) on the display.
* The specifications are guaranteed to an input of 10A. A beeping alarm will go off when the
input value is higher than 10A.
AC Voltage, ACV+DCV[3] (AC Coupled)

Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) [1]
Range Resolution Full Scale 30-50Hz 50-10kHz 10K-30kHz 30K-100kHz
500mV 10μV 510.00 1.00%+40 0.50%+40 2.00%+60 3.00%+120
5V 100μV 5.1000 1.00%+20 0.35%+15 1.00%+20 3.00%+50
50V 1mV 51.000 1.00%+20 0.35%+15 1.00%+20 3.00%+50
500V 10mV 510.00 x 0.5%+15 1.00%+20[2] 3.00%+50[2]
750V 100mV 765.0 x 0.5%+15 x x
[1]Specifications are for sine wave inputs that are greater than 5% range.
[2]Input voltage <300Vrms.
[3]The accuracy of ACV+DCV is equal to ACV’s with 10 more digits added.
* The specifications are guaranteed to an input of 750V. A beeping alarm will go off when the
input value is higher than 750V.
* AC-coupled true RMS – measures the AC component of the input with up to 400Vdc of
bias on any range.
* AC Common Mode Rejection Ratio.
>60 dB at dc, 50 or 60Hz ± 0.1% (1kΩ unbalanced, slow rates)
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*Input impedance 1MΩ±2% in parallel with 100pF.
AC Current, ACI+DCI[3] (AC Coupled)

Resolu- Full Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) [1]
Range tion Scale 30-50Hz 50-2kHz 2K-5kHz 5K-20kHz Burden Voltage
500μA 10nA 510.00 1.50%+50 0.50%+40 1.50%+50 3.00%+75 0.06V max
5mA 100nA 5.1000 1.50%+40 0.50%+20 1.50%+40 3.00%+60 0.6V max
50mA 1μ A 51.000 1.50%+40 0.50%+20 1.50%+40 3.00%+60 0.14V max
500mA 10μA 510.00 1.50%+40 0.50%+20 1.50%+40 3.00%+60[2] 1.4V max
5A 100μA 5.1000 2.0%+40 0.50%+30 x x 0.5V max
10A 1mA 12.000 2.0%+40 0.50%+30 x x 0.8V max
[1] The 500μA range requires an input of >35μA to meet specifications. The 5mA~10A
ranges need more than 5% of full scale range to meet specifications.
[2] Input current (5k ~ 20kHz)<330mArms.
[3]The accuracy of ACI+DCI is equal to ACI’s with 10 more digits added.
* The specifications are guaranteed to 10A. A beeping alarm will go off when the input
current being measured is higher than 10A.
Resistance
Resistance Resolution Full Scale Test Current Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)[2]
500Ω 10mΩ 510.00 0.83mA 0.1%+5 [1]
5kΩ 100mΩ 5.1000 0.83mA 0.1%+3 [1]
50kΩ 1Ω 51.000 83μA 0.1%+3
500kΩ 10Ω 510.00 8.3μA 0.1%+3
5MΩ 100Ω 5.1000 830nA 0.1%+3
50MΩ 1KΩ 51.000 560nA//10MΩ 0.3%+3
[1] Using the REL function. If you don't use the REL function then increase the error by 0.2Ω.
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[2] When measuring resistances greater than 500kΩ, please use shielded test leads to
eliminate the noise interference that may be induced by standard test leads.
* Open circuit voltage approximates 6V max on 500~5MΩ range, approximates 5.5V max on
50MΩ range.
Diode
Range Resolution Full Scale Test Current Accuracy(1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
5V 100μV 5.1000 0.83mA 0.05%+5
* Input protection of 500V peak. *Open circuit voltage approximates 6V.
Continuity
Range Resolution Full Scale Test Current Accuracy(1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
5000.0Ω 100mΩ 5100.0 0.83mA 0.1%+5
* Input protection of 500V peak. *Open circuit voltage approximates 6V.
Capacitance
Range Resolution Full Scale Test Current Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) [1]
5nF: 0.5~1nF [2] 2.0%+20
0.001nF 5.100 8.3μA
5nF: 1~5nF [2] 2.0%+10
50nF: 5~10nF [2] 2.0%+30
0.01nF 51.00 8.3μA
50nF: 10~50nF [2] 2.0%+10
500nF 0.1nF 510.0 83μA
5μ F 1nF 5.100 0.56mA 2.0%+4
50μF 10nF 51.00 0.83mA
[1] For the 5nF ~ 50μF range, make sure that the input is greater than 10% of the range.
[2] Need to use the REL function.
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Frequency
Measurement Range Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
10Hz ~ 500Hz 0.01%+5
500Hz ~ 500kHz 0.01%+3
500kHz ~ 1MHz 0.01%+5
* AC + DC measurements do not allow frequency measurements.
Voltage Measurement Sensitivity

Minimum Sensitivity (RMS sine wave)
Range 10~100kHz 100k~500kHz 500kHz ~ 1MHz
500mV 35mV 200mV 500mV
5V 0.25V 0.5V 1V
50V 2.5V 5V 5V
500V 25V uncal uncal
750V 50V uncal uncal
Current Measurement Sensitivity

Minimum Sensitivity (RMS sine wave)
Range 30~20kHz
500μA 35μA
5mA 0.25mA
50mA 2.5mA
500mA 25mA
5A 0.25A(<2kHz)
10 A 2.5A(<2kHz)
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Temperature Specifications
Measurement
Sensor Type Range Resolution Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
J
Thermocouple K -200 ~ +300°C 0.1°C 2 °C
T
* Note: The temperature specifications do not include sensor error.
* Note: This feature is not supported on the IDM-8341.
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Dimensions
IDM-8341/8342
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
107
RANGE MAX
POWER DC + AC
LOCAL 500Vpk COM MAX
DCI ACI dB dBm TEMP FUSE
12A
T0.5A
DCV ACV W / / Hz/P 2ND 250V
Auto
REL# MATH COMP INT/EXT USB STO Enter
SHIFT
REL MX/MN HOLD TRIG MENU
EXIT
RANGE
231 302
265
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INDEX
INDEX
Accessories .......................................... 11 Command IEE488.2 commands ......... 158
Advanced measurement Command set
compare .................................................. 73 CALCulate commands ........................... 144
dB_ ......................................................... 66 CONFigure commands .......................... 126
dBm/dB calculation.................................. 64 CONFigure2 commands......................... 130
dBm/W .................................................... 64 Measure commands............................... 134
hold ......................................................... 72 Remote commands ................................ 156
Math SENSe commands ................................. 139
1/X .................................................................. 76 STATus report commands ..................... 156
MX+B ............................................................. 75 SYSTem related commands .................. 153
overview ......................................................... 75
TRIGger commands ............................... 150
max/min .................................................. 68
Compatibility settings ............................ 85
overview .................................................. 63
Continuity
Percentage .............................................. 77
beeper ..................................................... 50
relative .................................................... 70
threshold .................................................. 49
supported functions ................................. 63
Continuity
Brightness level .................................... 82
setting ...................................................... 48
Cancel remote control ........................ 113
Conventions.......................................... 25
Capacitance
Current
range ....................................................... 47
range ....................................................... 39
setting ..................................................... 46
setting ...................................................... 38
Caution symbol ....................................... 3
Diode
Cleaning the instrument.......................... 5
setting ...................................................... 45
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Display overview ................................... 20 Period

Disposal instructions ............................... 7 setting ...................................................... 51
Dual measurement Power up ...............................................24

modes ...................................................... 58 Rear panel
overview................................................... 58 overview .................................................. 21
EN61010 Refresh rate ..........................................30

measurement category...............................5 Remote control....................................109
pollution degree..........................................6 Command list......................................... 119
Environment Command syntax ................................... 114
safety instruction ........................................6 interface configuration
Factory default settings GPIB ............................................................. 111

USB .............................................................. 110
restore...................................................... 86
Replacing the AC source fuse.............167
Factory default settings ....................... 165
Replacing the input fuse ..................... 169
Frequency
setting ...................................................... 51
Resistance
range ....................................................... 44
Frequency/Period input jack settings .... 84
setting ...................................................... 43
Front panel diagram .............................. 13
Return from remote control ................. 113
Fuse
Safety instruction
safety instruction ........................................5
fuse ........................................................... 5
Ground
Serial number........................................80
symbol .......................................................4
Service operation
Indicator
about disassembly ..................................... 4
reading ..................................................... 31
contact ................................................... 163
Input jack settings ................................. 84
Specifications ......................................173
Input resistance .................................... 83
Status system .....................................171
Main features ........................................ 10
System menu tree ............................... 164
Marketing
Temperature
contact ................................................... 163
reference junction temperature ................ 57
Menu tree............................................ 164
selection .................................................. 54
Package contents ................................. 12
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setting ..................................................... 54 operator mode.......................................... 92

SIM ......................................................... 57 overview................................................... 87
thermocouple type ................................... 56 save count ............................................... 97
units ........................................................ 55 save overview ........................................ 102
Tilt stand ............................................... 23 simple .................................................... 103
Triggering ............................................. 31 status ....................................................... 95

time stamp setting .................................... 99
UK power cord ........................................ 8
timer....................................................... 100
USB Store
Version number .................................... 81
advance ................................................ 104
CSV format.............................................. 89
Voltage
Date ...................................................... 101 comparison table...................................... 35
deleting files or directories ..................... 107 crest factor ............................................... 36
file option setting ..................................... 98 range ....................................................... 33
filename .................................................. 97 setting ...................................................... 32
filename format........................................ 91 Warning symbol ...................................... 3

long record mode .................................... 93
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Limited Warranty
This meter is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and
workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase. During this warranty period, RS
Components will, at its option, replace or repair the defective unit, subject to verification of the
defect or malfunction. This warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage
from abuse, neglect, accident, unauthorized repair, alteration, contamination, or abnormal
conditions of operation or handling. Any implied warranties arising out of the sale of this
product, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to the above. RS Components shall not be liable for loss of use
of the instrument or other incidental or consequential damages, expenses, or economic loss,
or for any claim or claims for such damage, expense or economic loss. Some states or
countries laws vary, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. For full
terms and conditions, refer to the RS PRO website.
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Africa
RS Components SA
P.O. Box 12182, Vorna Valley,1686
20 Indianapolis Street, Kyalami Business Park,
Kyalami, Midrand, South Africa
Asia
RS Components Ltd.
Suite 1601, Level 16, Tower 1, Kowloon Commerce Centre,
51 Kwai Cheong Road, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong
China
RS Components Ltd.
Suite 23 A-C
East Sea Business Centre
Phase 2
No. 618 Yan’an Eastern Road
Shanghai, 200001
China
Europe
RS Components Ltd.
PO Box 99, Corby, Northants NN17 9RS
United Kingdom
Japan
RS Components Ltd.
West Tower (12th Floor), Yokohama Business Park
134 Godocho, Hodogaya, Yokohama,
Kanagawa 240-0005 Japan
U.S.A.
Allied Electronics
7151 Jack Newell Blvd. S. Fort Worth,
Texas 76118
U.S.A.
South America
RS Components Limitada
Av. Pdte. Eduardo Frei M. 6001-71
Centro Empresas El Cortijo
Conchali, Santiago, Chile
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Brightness Settings ...................................................... 82

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WARNING Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

CAUTION Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that could result in

DANGER High Voltage

Attention Refer to the Manual

Protective Conductor Terminal

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Earth (ground) Terminal

Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted municipal

 Do not place any heavy object on the instrument.

 Avoid severe impact or rough handling that can lead to

 Do not discharge static electricity to the instrument.

 Do not block or obstruct the cooling fan vent opening.

 Do not perform measurement at the source of a low-voltage

 Do not disassemble the instrument unless you are qualified as

 Make sure that the COM terminal to earth is limited to 500Vpk.

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(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement categories and their

 Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the source of low-

 Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the building

 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the circuits directly

Power Supply  AC Input voltage: 100/120/220/240 V AC

 Connect the protective grounding conductor of the AC power

Fuse  Fuse type: 0.125AT 100/120VAC

 Disconnect the power cord before fuse replacement.

 Make sure the cause of a fuse blowout is fixed before fuse

Cleaning the  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.

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water. Do not spray any liquid.

 Do not use chemicals containing harsh material such as

Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free, almost non-

 Temperature: 0°C to 50°C

 Humidity: 0~35°C: < 80%RH

(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their requirements as

 Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or gaseous (ionized

 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive pollution occurs.

 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs.

 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-conductive

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Storage  Location: Indoor

 Humidity: 0~35°C: <90%RH

Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted municipal waste.

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Power cord for the United Kingdom

NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

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Performance  DCV accuracy: 0.02%

 High current range: 10A

 High Voltage range: 1000V

 High ACV frequency response: 100kHz

Features  50000 count display

 Multi functions: ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, R, C, Hz, Temp*,

 Manual or Auto ranging

 Data Logging to USB*