User’s Guide RIGOL Publication number: UGC03113-1112 Nov. 2008 DM3058 Digital Multimeter © 2008 RIGOL Technologies, Inc.
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RIGOL Safety Notices Review the following safety precautions carefully before operating the instrument to avoid any personal injuries or damages to the instrument and any products connected to it. To avoid potential hazards use the instrument as specified by this user’s guide only. The instrument should be serviced by qualified personnel only. Avoid Fire or Personal Injury. Use Proper Power Cord. Only the power cord designed for the instrument as authorized in your country could be used.
RIGOL Do Not Operate in an Explosive atmosphere. Keep Product Surfaces Clean and Dry. The disturbance test of all the models meet the P/F values of A in the standard of EN 61326: 1997+A1+A2+A3, but can’t meet the P/F values of B.
RIGOL Input Terminal Protection Limitation Protection limitation is defined for the input terminal: 1． Main input (HI and LO) terminal HI and LO terminals are used for Voltage, Resistance, Capacitance, Continuity, Frequency and Diodes measurement. Two protection limitations are defined: 1) HI-LO protection limitation: 1000 VDC or 750 VAC. It is the maximum measurable voltage. The limitation can be expressed as 1000 Vpk. 2) LO-ground protection limitation.
RIGOL to mains in such devices (up to 600 VAC), or to the branch outlet itself. However, DM3058 may not be used with its HI and LO inputs connected to mains in permanently installed electrical devices such as the main circuit-breaker panel, sub-panel disconnected boxes, or permanently wired motors. Such devices and circuits are subject to overvoltage that may exceed the protection limits of DM3058. NOTE：Voltages above 600 VAC may be measured only in circuits that are isolated from mains.
RIGOL Safety Terms and Symbols Terms in this Guide. These terms may appear in this manual: ! WARNING: Warning statements indicate the conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life. ! CAUTION: Caution statements indicate the conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property. ! CAT I (1000V) IEC Measurement Category II. The maximum voltage can be measured by HI-LO terminal is 1000Vpk. ! CAT II (600V): IEC Measurement Category II.
RIGOL DM3058 Digital Multimeter Overview RIGOL DM3058 is an instrument especially designed for high-precision, multifunction, and automation measurements. It realized a combination of basic measurement function and multifold math functions as well as Random Sensor measurement function. The DM3058 holds a high-resolution monochrome LCD display system with clear keyboard layout and operation hints to make it easier and agility to use.
RIGOL VIII Support USB, GPIB, RS-232 and LAN remote control as well as USB-TMC 488.2 Basic, LXI-C Criterion and SCPI Language. In possession of compatible Commands with both Agilent 34401A and Fluke 45. Three kinds of management for Power Supply include PwrOn, Default and Power. Built-in 10 groups of Save Configuration could be easily Save or Recall and Config by Remote Control System.
RIGOL Structure of this Document Chapt 1 Quick Start Guide you to prepare your DM3058 and know about the Front/Real Panel and User interface. Chapt 2 Panel Operation Introduce you how to operate DM3058 via Front Panel. Chapt 3 Application Examples Introduce you how to use strong measurement functions of this instrument easily through examples. Chapt 4 Troubleshooting Provide you some general Troubleshooting. Chapt 5 Characteristics List common specifications and characteristics from DM3058.
RIGOL Contents DM3058 Digital Multimeter Overview ............................................................ VII Chapter 1 Quick Start ............................................................................ 1-1 General Inspection ...................................................................................... 1-2 Handle Adjustment ..................................................................................... 1-3 The Front Panel .........................................................
RIGOL To Set Up Trigger Parameters .................................................................... 2-48 Auto Triggering.................................................................................... 2-49 Single Triggering.................................................................................. 2-51 External Triggering .............................................................................. 2-52 Store and Recall .......................................................................
RIGOL Appendix D: Contact RIGOL ......................................................................... 6-4 Index ...........................................................................................................
RIGOL Chapter 1 Quick Start General Inspection Handle Adjustment The Front Panel The Rear Panel User Interface User’s Guide for DM3058 1-1
RIGOL General Inspection Please inspect you new DM3058 Digital Multimeter according to the following steps: 1． Inspect the shipping container for damage. Keep the damaged shipping container or cushioning material until the contents of the shipment have been checked for completeness and the instrument has been checked mechanically and electrically. 2． Check the accessories. Accessories supplied with the instrument are listed in "DM3058 Accessories" at Appendix A of this guide.
RIGOL Handle Adjustment In order to adjust the handle position of DM3058 Digital Multimeter, please grip the handle in both sides and pull it outward. Then, rotate the handle to the desired position as shown in Figure 1-1.
RIGOL The Front Panel It is very important to get familiar with the front panel of a new DM3058. This section gives an introduction of operation and function of the Front Panel. The front panel of the DM3058 (as shown in Figure 1-4) consists of multi-function keys such as 6 Menu Keys under the screen, 12 Function keys and Directive keys, which can help you enter into different Function Menu or apply specific Function easily.
RIGOL The Rear Panel Equipped with multifold communication interface for DM3058, it can meet user’s requirements for the interface.
RIGOL User Interface Double Display S Slow M Middle F Fast REF REL Open No icon REL Close P/F P/FOpen No icon P/FClose Main Display dB dB dBm dBm Stat. Open Max. Max. Min. Min Avg.
RIGOL Chapter 2 Front Panel Operation To Select Range To Select Measurement Rate To Measure DC Voltage To Measure AC Voltage To Measure DC Current To Measure AC Current To Measure Resistance To Measure Capacitance To Test Continuity To Check Diodes To Measure Frequency and Period To Measure Sensor Preset Mode Secondly Function To Control Trigger Options To Set up Measurement Parameters Math Functions To Set Up Trigger Parameters S
RIGOL To Select Range For DM3058, appropriate Range could be selected according to the signals input by “Automatic” or “Manual”. In Manual mode, you can obtain higher Reading precision via Range select key on the right side of the Front Panel. Please refer to the following figure. Increased range Automatic selection range Reduced range Figure 2-1 Range select keys Select Methods 1:： Via Function keys on the Front Panel Auto Range: Press to start Auto Range, meanwhile Manual function is forbidden.
RIGOL Explanations： When the input signal is beyond the current scope of the measurement range, the multimeter will show “OVER RANGE”. After restarting and Remote being replacement, range options will turn back to default “Automatic”. You are suggested to select Auto Range so as to protect the instrument against damage and get exact datum as much as possible when it is hard to predict the range of measurement.
RIGOL To Select Measurement Rate DM3058 Multimeter provides three types of Measurement Rate: 2.5reading/s, 20reading/s and 120reading/s. 2.5 Reading/s belongs to Slow Rate; the mark of Status Bar is “S” and the rate of refurbishing shows 2.5Hz. 20 Reading/s belongs to Middle Rate, the mark of Status Bar is “M” and the rate of refurbishing shows 20Hz. 120 Reading/s belongs to Fast Rate, the mark of Status Bar is “F” and the rate of refurbishing shows 50Hz.
RIGOL Basic Measurement Functions DM3058 contains following basic functions: To Measure DC Voltage To Measure AC Voltage To Measure DC Current To Measure AC Current To Measure Resistance To Measure Capacitance To Test Continuity To Check Diodes To Measure Frequency and Period To Measure Sensor User’s Guide for DM3058 2-5
RIGOL To Measure DC Voltage DM3058 Multimeter enables to measure DC Voltage up to 1000V. For the details about how to connect and measure please refer to the following steps. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO as shown in Figure 2-4. DC Voltage Figure 2-4 Sketch map for connecting 2. Press on the Front Panel to enter into the DC Voltage Measurement interface. Figure 2-5 DC Voltage Measurement Interface 3.
RIGOL NOTE*: All the ranges enable to obtain 20% value higher than original except 1000V, besides, both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. When inputting range is higher than 1000V at 1000V Level, “Over range” will be shown on the screen. 1000V input protection exists in every range. 4. Set the DC input impedance Press REL to open or close Relative math function.
RIGOL To Measure AC Voltage DM3058 Multimeter enables to measure AC Voltage up to 750V. For the details about how to connect and measure please refer to the following steps. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO as shown in Figure 2-7. AC Voltage Figure 2-7 Sketch map for connecting 2. Press to enter into the AC Voltage Measurement interface. Figure 2-8 AC Voltage Measurement Interface 3.
RIGOL NOTE*: All the ranges can obtain 20% value higher than original except 750V,. Besides, both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. When inputting range is higher than 750V at 750V Level, it will indicate “Over range”. 1400V input protection exists in every range. 4. Set Relative Value ( Optional) Press REL to open or close Relative math function.
RIGOL To Measure DC Current DM3058 Multimeter enables to measure DC Current up to 10A. For the details about how to connect and measure please refer to the following steps. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO as shown in Figure 2-11. DC Current Figure 2-11 Sketch map for connecting 2. Press to enter into the DC Current Measurement interface. 3.
RIGOL NOTE*: All the ranges enable to obtain 20% value higher than original except 10A. besides, both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. 4. Set Relative Value ( Optional) Press REL to open or close Relative math function. When it is open, “REL” is shown over the screen and the reading displayed is a relative value which comes from the result of Actual measurement vale reduces selected value. (For the details about how to set, please refer to” Math” in Chapterer2.) 5.
RIGOL To Measure AC Current DM3058 Multimeter enables to measure AC Current up to 10A. For the details about how to connect and measure please refer to the following steps. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO as shown in Figure2-14. AC Current Figure 2-14 Sketch map for connecting 2. Press to enter into AC Current Measurement interface. 3.
RIGOL NOTE*: All the ranges enable to obtain 20% value higher than original except 10A. besides, both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. 4. Set Relative Value (Optional) Press REL to open or close Relative math function. When it is open, “REL” is shown over the screen and the reading displayed is a relative value which comes from the result of Actual measurement vale reduces selected value. (For the details about how to set, please refer to” Math” in Chapterer2.) 5.
RIGOL To Measure Resistance The following shows the system connections and selection of measurement functions. The practice provides a guide for getting familiar with the Resistance measurement technique. Resistance measurement methods include 2-Wire Resistance Measurement and 4-Wire Resistance Measurement, and will be introduced separately. 2-Wire Resistance Measurement Operating Steps： 1.
RIGOL Table 2-5 Measurement Characteristics of Resistance Ranges* Open-circuit Voltage Input Protection Configurable Parameters 200Ω, 2kΩ, 20kΩ, 200kΩ, 2MΩ, 10MΩ, 100MΩ <8V 1000V on every range (HI Terminal) Range, Null value NOTE*: All the ranges enable to obtain 20% ranges higher than original; besides Both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. 4. Set Relative Value ( Optional) Press REL to open or close Relative math function.
RIGOL 4-Wire Resistance Measurement When the measured resistance is smaller than 100kΩ, if both the resistance of Test leads and the contact resistance between probe and testing point are too big to be ignored as comparing with measured resistance, the error will be increased provided that you insist on measuring by via 2-Wire Resistance. So please change it to 4-Wire. Operating Steps: 1.
RIGOL Table 2-6 Measurement Characteristics of 4-Wire Resistance Ranges* 200Ω, 2kΩ, 20kΩ, 200kΩ, 2MΩ, 10MΩ, 100MΩ Open-circuit Voltage <8V Import Protection Configurable Parameters (1). 1000V on each range (HI Terminal) (2). 200V on each range (HI Sense, LO Sense) Range, Null value NOTE*: All the ranges enable to obtain 20% ranges higher than original; besides, Both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. 4.
RIGOL NOTE Please do not put the terminals of the resistance on the electric table or in your hand to avoid error. The smaller of the resistance, the more affection it will be brought.
RIGOL To Measure Capacitance The DM3058 Digital Multimeter has the ability to test Capacitance up to 10000μF. Following practice provides you a guide to get familiar with the Capacitance measurement technique. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting red lead to both Terminal Input-HI and anode of the capacitance and black lead to both Terminal Input-LO and cathode of the capacitance as shown in Figure 2-23. Capacitance Figure 2-23 Sketch map for connecting 2.
RIGOL Table 2-7 Capacitance Measurement Characteristics Ranges* Input Protection Configurable Parameters 2nF, 20nF, 200nF, 2μF, 200μF、10000μF 1000V on all ranges (HI Terminal) Range, Null value NOTE*: All the ranges enable to obtain 20% ranges higher than original; Besides, both Manual and Auto are available for setting every range. 4. Set Relative Value ( Optional) Press REL to open or close Relative math function.
RIGOL To Test Continuity When the measured resistance in circuit is lower than selected one, it is considered being connected by instrument. Next, we will introduce you how to test continuity for circuit by using DM3058 step by step to make you familiar with this technique. Operating Steps: 1. Connect test leads as shown in figure 2-26. Red lead connects with HI Terminal; Black lead connects with LO Terminal. I Open or Closed Circuit Figure 2-26 Sketch map for testing 2.
RIGOL Table 2-8 Continuity Measurement Characteristics Test Current Range Open-circuit Voltage Input Protection Beep Condition 2-22 1mA 2KΩ immovable <8V 1000V (HI Terminal) 0≤Rtesting≤Short-circuit impedance; 1Ω≤Short-circuit impedance≤2kΩ User’s Guide for DM3058
RIGOL To Check Diodes Operating Steps: 1. Connect test leads as shown in Figure2-28, red lead connects with Terminal HI, black lead connects with Terminal LO. I Forward Bias Figure 2-28 Sketch map for connecting 2. 3. Press to enter into the following interface. Figure 2-29 Testing interface of Diodes Check the connection state of Diodes. When connecting, the instrument will beep one time (If Sound is open, refer to “System Settings”).
RIGOL To Measure Frequency and Period The Frequency or Period of a signal could be obtained by Secondary Function . The following during testing its Voltage or Current or by Function button practice provides a guide to get familiar with the Frequency and Period Measurement technique. To Measure Frequency Operating Steps: 1. Connect test leads as shown in figure 2-30. Red test lead connects with Terminal HI; Black test lead connects with Terminal LO. AC Signal Figure 2-30 Sketch map for connecting 2.
RIGOL Table 2-10 Frequency Test Characteristics Ranges Input Signal Range Input Protection Configurable Parameters 200mV, 2V, 20V, 200V, 750V 20Hz ~ 1MHz 750VRMS on all ranges (HI Terminal) Null value 3. Set the relative value (Optional). Press REL to open or close Relative operation function. When it is open, “REL” is shown over the screen and the reading displayed is a relative value which comes from the result of Actual measurement vale reduces selected value.
RIGOL To Measure Period Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal-HI and black lead to Terminal LO as shown in Figure2-33. AC Signal Figure 2-33 Sketch map for connecting 2. Press until enter into the following interface. Figure 2-34 Period Measurement Interface Table 2-11 Period Characteristic Ranges 200mV、2V、20V、200V、750V Measurement Range 1μs～0.05s Input Protect 750VRMS（HI） Configurable parameter Preset value 3.
RIGOL from the result of Actual measurement vale reduces selected value. details about how to set, please refer to” Math” in Chapterer2.) (For the 4. Read the measurement value Freq Function is set as “Slow”, 5.5digits resolution. 5. View History data Press History to enter into the following interface and check the data getting from this measurement and save. Figure 2-35 View Interface of History Information There are three types of way for viewing historical date: “Info”,” List” and “HistoG”.
RIGOL To Measure Sensor Random Sensor measurement is a new conception being forward to meet user’s requirements. By using this particular function, you can connect Pressure Sensor or Flux Sensor or Temperature Sensor easily. Its principle is that transmit measured physical quantity to a facile measured one such as Voltage, Resistance and Current by these steps. First, pre-input the needed data; secondly, transform or modify it according to the interior arithmetic of Multimeter.
RIGOL Connection Different Sensor has different connecting ways. As the Current Sensor, Resistance Sensor, Thermocouple Sensor and Frequency Sensor, please Connect the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI and black lead to Terminal Input-LO as shown in Figure 2-36. Sensor Figure 2-36 Sketch map for connecting As the Current Sensor, please connect the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (the jack marked “I”) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO as shown in Figure2-37.
RIGOL Basic measurement method Press to enter into the following interface. Figure 2-38 Measurement Interface of Sensor Table 2-12 Characteristics of Sensor Function New Built a new configuration files of Random Sensor Edit Edit an existing configuration files Load Load an existing configuration files History REL CodeT 1. Description Check newest 1000 measurement datum Open/Close Relative Operation Set the display mode for measurement parameters of Random Sensor.
RIGOL Press Name to create an appropriate name for the new sensor. Figure 2-41 Name edit interface Explanation: Switch to Edit area by pressing using and choose letter that you want to edit by . Switch to Selection area of letter by pressing using and choose required letter by . Press Del to delete current letter under editing Press to go back to Prpty interface Press Type to select the type of facile physical quantity has been transformed by Sensor via corresponding button.
RIGOL Explanations： Default unit is limited within two characters. Switch to the character which needs to be edited by using Select re required characters by using Then, press . from A to Z and a to z. to go back to New interface and do next step. (2) Corrsp to input corresponding data. Different kind of Sensor has different relationship of corresponding data. It is not necessary to input plenty reference value if the corresponding relationship has more smoothness and good linearity curve.
RIGOL Repress Add to input second group of data. From this group you can press SEG “Open” Arith and select arithmetic。 Figure 2-47 On/Off section interface of Arithmetic (3) Press Done it will appear Save and Apply options. Figure 2-48 Finishing interface Press Done and input needed File Name. Figure 2-49 Finishing interface Press Save and storage the parameter of Sensor as appointed name for future using. Then, Press Figure 2-50 Save Interface and go bake to New Interface.
RIGOL 2. After application, the data appearing in the interface is unavailable by “!”. If you found there are some problems existing please press Edit to modify. Figure 2-52 Edit configuration file of Sensor 3. 4. Press Load to recall configuration file within Sensor. Press History to enter into the following interface to check the data getting from this measurement and save.
RIGOL Preset Preset Mode is provided to avoid error operation via testing product line in DM3058. In random operation mode, please press to enter into following menu. Figure 2-56 Interface of Preset (two pages in all) Ten preset keys existing in Preset Mode and all of them are corresponding with the 10 configuration files in Configuration memorizer respectively. Press Setn （n=1~10）for recalling its corresponding settings and exit Preset menu. Explanations: A click will be emitted (about 1.
RIGOL Secondly Function is used to open Double Display function and enter into save mode of configuration or parts of shortcut keys. After pressing , this button will shine and the instrument is going to wait for the secondly operation. Double Display can show two properties for one signal. Stat. function can be used in Main Display. Auto Range function is adopted by Vice Display. If the same range is used by both Main and Vice Display, Stat.
RIGOL To Control Trigger Options or could be used to trig multimeter. Auto trigger is considered as a default when the power is on. Then function has been started. key will be lightening which indicates this Optional trigger modes of DM3058 contain Auto Trigger, Single Trigger and Hold Trigger. Auto Trigger Once you press one time, Auto Trigger will be started to capture continuous readings automatically.
RIGOL To Set up Measurement Parameters Press to set measurement parameters for DC Voltage, DC Current and Continuity via its Operation menu. The parameters have been configured when the multimeter leaving factory. So you can either measure directly or edit them to meet your requirements. The Measurement parameters Menu includes: Conti, Filter, Rel, Null, and Ratio. AC Filter AC Filter is applicable for measuring DC Voltage and DC Current.
RIGOL DC Input Impedance DC input impedances adapts to DC voltage measure. Press Imped enter the menu shown below when select DC voltage measure function. Figure 2-58 Choose DC Impedance Table 2-14 DC Input Resistance Menu Description Function Description Menu 10MΩ >10GΩ Set up the DC Input Impedance to 10MΩ. Set up the DC Input Impedance to >10GΩ. Save all changes, back to a higher level menu. The options of input resistance for DC value measurements are 10MΩ and >10GΩ.
RIGOL Continue Resistance Set up the continue resistance value in the short test menu. When the measured resistance is below P/F, the DM3058 will beep to indicate the circuit continuation. The continue resistance is only using at Continue Test. Press Conti, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-59 Set up the continue resistance Use directive keys to change the parameter values: Press left and right directional keys to choose different digits. Press up and down keys to change the current digit value.
RIGOL Math Functions The DM3058 provides five math functions: Null, statistic, dB, dBm and P/F testing. Only one of these math functions can be enabled at a time, and remains in effect until change. Press key, the display shows: Measure Current Figure 2-60 Math function Table 2-15 Math Function Menu Description Function Settings Menu Description STA Reading statistic functions, including: Max, Min, Average, and number of measurement.
RIGOL Statistic Measurement The Statistic function is for DC voltage, AC voltage, DC current, AC current, resistance, frequency/period, and capacitance measurement. The front panel can display the statistical data for any set of readings: average (Ave), maximum (Max), minimum (Min), and which can read with All function and the number of samples taken (Total). Press Statistic, the display shows: Figure 2-61 Stat.
RIGOL P/F Measurement Use the P/F test function to perform pass/fail testing with respect to specified upper and lower P/Fs. The P/Fs can be set to any value between 0 and ± 120% of the highest range of the current function. The upper P/F must be positive than the lower P/F. Press P/F, the display shows: Figure 2-62 P/F Setting Table 2-17 P/F Measurement Menu Function Description Function Menu Settings Description High Set the desired Upper P/F. Low Set the desired Lower P/F.
RIGOL When the readings exceed selected lower P/F, the vice-scream will show “L FAIL When the readings exceed both upper and lower P/F, buzzer will alive an alarm by sound (when the sound is open) The range of P/F function: 2-44 The P/F value scope is -120%~+120% of the current measurement range. The upper P/F value should be always bigger than the lower P/F value. The upper and lower values are stored in volatile storage. They will be set to defaults when power on.
RIGOL dBm Measurement This function applies to AC voltage and DC voltage measurements only. The dBm function is logarithmic, and is based on a calculation of power delivered to a reference resistance, relative to 1 mill watt. Press dBm, the display shows: Figure 2-63 dBm setting Table 2-18 dB Measurement Function Menu Function Description Function Settings Description Menu Use the default value. The range of Default parameter is 2Ω ~ 8000Ω. ON Open dBm Measurement ， Status bar shows “dBm”.
RIGOL dB Measurement The dB function applies to AC voltage and DC voltage measurements only. Each dB measurement is different between the input signal and a stored relative value, with both values converted to dBm. Press dB, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-64 dB Setting Table 2-19 dB Measurement Function Menu Function Description Function Settings Description Menu Default ON The default value is dBm. Open dB Measurement ， Status bar shows “dB”. Save all changes, back to a higher level menu.
RIGOL Relative Operation Relative operation is used for relative measurement. Actual measurement reading is the depression between measurement value and reselected value. Press REL to enter into the following interface. Figure 2-65 Relative operation setting interface Table 2-20 Null operation function menu Function Settings Explanation Menu Current To select current measurement value as preset value. Clear Reposition the reselected value to 0. On/Off Open/Close this function.
RIGOL To Set Up Trigger Parameters The optional Trigger methods of DM3058 include Manual Trigger, Single Trigger and Exterior Trigger. The default trigger mode is Auto. Press to capture continuous readings automatically. If you repress it once more, a stable reading will be captured and hold. Press , Single Trigger will be generated on time, and an effective reading will be captured. Press to set parameters for every trigger.
RIGOL Auto Triggering Auto triggering takes continuous measurement at the highest sample rate for the specified measurement configuration (function, range, resolution, and so forth). Auto trigger is the default trigger mode at system power up. Press Auto, the display shows: Figure 2-67 Setting interface of Auto Trigger Table 2-22 Auto Trigger Function Menu Description Function Menu Settings Interval Hold Description Set interval time in 400~2000ms.
RIGOL Press two times until this button is glittery, then a trigger will be hold and a stable reading will be captured and hold on the screen. Press Auto Hold, the display shows: Figure 2-68 Manu interface of Reading Hold Table 2-23 Reading Hold Function Menu Description Function Settings Description Menu On/Off Turn on/off the reading hold function. 0.01％ Set the hold scope is 0.01％. 0.1％ Set the hold scope is 0.1％. 1% Set the hold scope is 1％. 10% Set the hold scope is 10％.
RIGOL Single Triggering The multimeter takes one reading, or a number of readings specified by a sample count you enter, each time press. Press Single to enter into the following interface. Then Input needed sample counts by Directive keys. After setting please press Done to open Single Trigger, at this time Done is hiding and is lighten.
RIGOL External Triggering is used to set the parameter which initiates the trigger function. It requires setting the following parameter: the Rise edge, the Fall edge, HiLev (high level) and LoLev (low level). Press Done to start the external triggering, the keys and on the front panel will be off to indicate the instrument using external triggering mode.
RIGOL 2. To set Output In External Trigger Mode, the instrument could output a pulse signal through the six pin of RS232 interface on the Real Panel after finishing sampling data. By the way, the polarity and output pulse width of this signal could be adjusted. Press VMC, the display shows: Figure 2-71 Set Parameter of Output Pulse Trigger Table 2-25 The Explanation of the External Triggering (polarity: positive) Function Settings Explanation Menu Pos Polar Setting the pulse signal’s polarity.
RIGOL Store and Recall To Storage and Recall function enable save, load, and delete the measurement data, parameters and sensor files in the local storage as well as in USB storage. Press key, the display shows: Figure 2-72 Store and Recall Interface Table 2-26 Storage and Recall Function Menu Description Function Menu Disk Settings C:\ (Local) A:\ (U-Disk) Description Choose Local or U-Disk storage. Sys Setting/ Meas Data/ Type MEAS_CSV/ Sensor/ Choose the type of the files shown.
RIGOL 1. Local/U-Disk Storage Local storage block is built-in the multimeter. The U-Disk storage will be a USB flash disk. Press key, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-73 The U-Disk Storage Interface ! 2. NOTE: When storage the files to A-Disc, Please do not remove U-Disk. Choose the storage type of the files Press Type; choose the type “MeasData” of the files, into the menu shown below: Figure 2-74 Select File type Press Type to switch file type to read or save corresponding files. 3.
RIGOL File Name Input Area Figure 2-76 Input File Name Input Method: 1. Press A/a/1 button to select the Capital letter, Lowercase letter or Numbers. 2. Use the up/down button to close or open the number/letter selection area display. 3. Use the left/right button to move cursor in Filename or number/letter selection area. 4. The Del function can only delete the letter on which the cursor taking place. 5. Press Done to save current file.
RIGOL To Set Up the Utility The Utility function establishes system parameters, interface parameters, and calibration. Figure 2-77 Setting Interface Table 2-27 Utility Function Menu Description Function Settings Function Menu Menu Cmd To choose the commands I/O To set up I/O and LAN parameters. System To set up configuration. system information T/C Test and calibration function. Print Open/Close pint function.
RIGOL Commands DM3058 compacts three types of commands which are：Rigol DM3058 commands、 Agilent34401A Commands and Fluck45 Commands. Rigol Commands is the default. Press Cmd to enter the following interface to choose needed Commands.
RIGOL I/O Settings Each device on the GPIB (IEEE-488) interface must have a unique address between 0 and 30. The factory set is “1” when shipped. Press I/O, the display shows: Figure 2-79 Interface Setting Table 2-28 I/O Setting Function Menu Description Function Settings Description Menu LAN Set up LAN interface. GPIB Set up GPIB I/O interface. The bound of value is 0~30. USB Check USB interface ID. RS232 Set up RS-232 I/O interface. Save all changes, back to a higher level menu.
RIGOL 1. Set Up LAN I/O Parameter LAN Parameters Follow the procedures to set up a LAN configuration and remote interface from the Front Panel. Press I/O LAN, the display shows: Figure 2-80 LAN Settings Table 2-29 LAN Parameter Function Menu Description Function Settings Description Menu DHCP Open/Close DHCP Auto IP Set IP address automatically Manual IP Set IP address manually Info View MAC address and other parameters. Apply Apply current LAN settings.
RIGOL IP Settings Press I/O LAN IP, the display shows: Figure 2-81 Manual IP Setting Table 2-30 IP Setting Menu Description Function Settings Menu IPAddr Description Setup IP address. Mask Setup Hide code for subnet. Gate Setup default Gateway. Save all the changes and go back to last Manu. IP address: Suggest you ask you network administrator for a unique IP address .IP address can be saved in non-violet memory.
RIGOL 2. Set Up GPIB I/O Parameter Each device on the GPIB (IEEE–488) interface must have a unique address. You can set the address of multimeter to any integral value between 0 and 30. The default address is “1” when the instrument is shipped from the factory.
RIGOL 3. Set Up RS-232 I/O Parameters Choose RS-232 (serial data interface) interface. Proper configure the baud rate and parity to make parameters the same as that settled in your computer. Make sure the connection line is unbroken. The configuration is saved in inviolate memory and shown in according menu.
RIGOL System Settings Press System, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-84 The Interface of Setting the System Function Table 2-32 System Settings Function Menu Explanation Function Settings Explanation Menu 中文简 Lang Select the display interface languages. English Disp Bright Contr Invert Sound Set up the display. Switch beeper sound On/Off. Format Deciml Separte Set up digit display format. Cfg PwrOn Default Switch Set up the power on setting. Set up the DM3058 to factory setting.
RIGOL 1. Select languages DM3058 supports two kinds of languages for users. Press Sys Lang, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-85 choose Language 2. Set Up the Display Press Sys Disp, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-86 Display settings Table 2-33 Display Settings Function Menu Explanation Function Settings Explanation Menu Bright Increase or decrease the display light with left and right keys. Contr Increase or decrease the display contrast with left and right keys.
RIGOL 3. Beeper On/Off Press 4. Sys Sound, enter the menu shown below: Figure 2-87 Sound settings Set Number Format Press System Format to enter into following Manu to setup. Figure 2-88 Set Number Format Table 2-34 Function Menu for setting Number Format Function Setting Explanation Menu Decimi Separate Expresses radix point with No Space Expresses separator with or none. or .
RIGOL 5. Restore to factory defaults Press System Cfg Default Done, and then restart the system to factory default state.
RIGOL Language Chinese Display Natural model Clock Time in main interface Error queue Errors cleared Instrument parameter and data No Trigger Interface Factor Defaults Setting * GPIB address *7 * I/O *USB *Baud *9600band *Parity bit * no (8 digits) Calibration Factor Defaults Setting Calibration Stats Password NOTE*: Parameter with (*) are saved in non-volatile Reading Storage 2-68 User’s Guide for DM3058
RIGOL 6. Power Supply Power Supply of DM3058 contains of Real Panel’s switch of Power Supply and software switch that could be set three working mode. Press System Cfg PwrOn to enter into the following interface and select needed Power Supply Mode. Figure 2-90 Choose power supply PwrOn Put through Power Supply and open the switch of Real Panel to startup the Multimeter.
RIGOL Test/Cal Press Cal ，enter the following interface: Figure 2-91 Inspective Interface Table 2-36 Inspection Manu Function Manuel Settings Explanation Info Check relative information about the instrument PSW Input Adjust password SecrOn Cal Open or Close Safety Lock Calibrate every range about the instrument Save all the changes and go back to last Manu NOTES: 2-70 Safety Lock is open before inputting password. After input right password, Safety Lock will be open automatically.
RIGOL Print This function helps users to send out the measure values through RS-232 interface.
RIGOL How to Use the Built-in Help System The built-in help system provides application description of each button on the front panel. Press button, the display shows below: Figure 2-93 Help menu Figure 2-94 Operation menu Table 2-37 Help Function Menu Description Function Settings Description Menu Select To select the help information you want. Move up the cursor and select the help menu. Move down the cursor and select the help menu. Enter the last page help menu. Enter the next page help menu.
RIGOL 1. Connect the test lead How to connect the lead in different measurements. 2. Measure How many functions can get when using Meas. 3. Math measure How to operate the math measure function when using Meas. 4. Sensor measure How to measure with the sensor. 5. Storage and read How to store and read the data/parameter/ sensors/scan task. 6. To set the Utility The method of setting the Utility. 7. I/O interface Use method of setting the I/O interface. 8.
RIGOL Chapter 3 Application Examples Example 1: Reading Statistic Functions Example 2: Elimination Leads Resistance Example 3: dBm Measurement Example 4: dB Measurement Example 5: P/F Test Example 6: Temperature Sensor Example 7: Reading Hold Example 8: Storage and Recall Preset Example 9: Mirror Image Configuration Example 10: To Realize Remote Control via LXI User’s Guide for DM3058 3-1
RIGOL Example 1: Reading Statistic Functions How to realize the statistic function of maximum value for readings during measuring The first reading is taken as the maximum value and being shown on the display. It will be refreshed to new maximum value sub sequentially. Operating Steps: 1. To measure an AC Voltage. Connect test leads as shown below: 2. Press button, select AC Voltage measurement function. Choose an appropriate measurement range. 3. Set the Statistic measurement function parameters.
RIGOL Example 2: Elimination Leads Impedance P/F Operation could eliminate impedance errors from leads when measuring smaller resistance. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO. 2. Press 3. Choose an appropriate resistance range based on the measurement range. The default is Auto Range. Lead impedance will be shown on the screen as follow after connecting with two leads together. 4. 5.
RIGOL Example 3: dBm Measurement Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO. 2. Press 3. voltage range. Set parameters of dBm operation (1) Press button to start AC Voltage Measurement and choose an appropriate dBm to set the selective value of dBm as a reference value within supposed circuit by using Direction keys.
RIGOL Example 4: dB Measurement Operating Steps: Method1： Measure dBm, dBm1 and dBm2 existing in two circuits separately refers to Example 3, and then dB could be got: dB = |dBm1-dBm2| Method2： 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO. 2. Press button to start AC Voltage Measurement and choose an appropriate voltage range. 3. Set parameters of dB operation Figure 3-7 Set the set value of dB 4.
RIGOL Example 5: P/F Test P/F Operation hints you the signal is overstep its range according to the selected High/Low Limit parameters; meanwhile the buzzer makes a sound to alarm (if Sound is open) Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO. 2. Press 3. voltage range. Set the High/Low Limit Value. (1) Press button to start AC Voltage Measurement and choose an appropriate P/F High to select.
RIGOL Example 6: Temperature Sensor As one of the most commonly detecting element of temperature, Thermocouple Sensor is successful applied in DM3058 which is used to measure temperature inside the machine near cold side of Thermocouple that is shown in main display. Operating Steps: About the connection of Sensor please refer to “To Measure Sensor” in chapter 2. Figure 3-12 Sketch map for connecting 1. Press New to enter into the setting interface. 2.
RIGOL Figure 3-15 Edit interface of Name (2) Press Type, to select the type of the sensor: Resistance. Figure 3-16 Edit interface of Type (3) Press Unit ℃, select the unit of the sensor: ℃ Figure 3-17 Edit interface of Unit 3. Press Define button, the interface shows below: Figure 3-18 Edit interface of Reference value 4. Press Add button, input the first group of reference value: 111.480Ω, 29.5℃. Figure 3-19 Input the first group of reference value 5.
RIGOL 6. Press Add button, input the second group of reference value: 112.570Ω、32.5℃ Figure 3-21 Input the second group of reference value 7. When finishing this group of reference value, press Done button, save all changes, and continue to input other values. Figure 3-22 Edit interface of reference value It allows deleting and editing the reference values that had been entered, select the group of reference value then press Del or Edit to perform the operations required.
RIGOL measurement value and its corresponding value.
RIGOL Example 7: Reading Hold Reading Hold can help user to obtain a stable reading and hold it on the display of Front Panel. The reading would be hold all the same although testing pen had been withdrew. Operating Steps: 1. Connecting the red lead (Test leads) to Terminal Input-HI (tested circuit) and black lead to Terminal Input-LO. 2. Press to start DC Voltage Measurement and choose an appropriate range. 3. Set Parameters of Holding Trigger. (1) Press Auto Hold On/Off 0.
RIGOL Example 8: Storage and Recall Preset Suppose the input power supply is AC 220V, output is DC12V, error is permitted within ± 0.5V during testing the power supply. Operating Steps: 1. Press and then select Rang+/- or 750V level by Up/Down direction keys to test input voltage. Figure 3-28 Manual measure interface 2. Save settings into Set1.
RIGOL Example 9: Mirror Image Configuration In virtue of this function, all the “System Configuration” and “Sensor Configuration” could be backupped via U-disc or clone to other DM3058. Up to 10 System Configuration files and 10 Sensor Configuration files could be stored in the instrument. The following text will introduce you one of two files as example. Operating Steps: 1. Store Configuration files ““Set1”and“Set2”. The details have been mentioned in last example, please refer to. 2.
RIGOL (5) Press Unit ℃, select the unit of the sensor: ℃ Figure 3-35 Edit interface of Unit (6) Press Define button, the interface shows below: Figure 3-36 Edit interface of Reference value (7) Press Add button, input the first group of reference value: 111.480Ω, 29.5℃. Figure 3-37 Input the first group of reference value Press Done to get a fist group of reference value. Figure 3-38 first group of reference value (8) Press Add button, input the second group of reference value: 112.570Ω、32.
RIGOL Figure 3-40 Finish interface 3. Press Save to store Sensor file has been selected into the interior Memory of DM3058, then you will get a file named a. Please create another file b as the same way. Figure 3-41 Save interface 4. Save the files form “System Configuration” and “Sensor Configuration” have been set to U-disc in the format of “Mirror Image”.
RIGOL Example 10: To Realize Remote Control via LXI Remote Control function based on LXI can help users to operate instrument remotely by internet. LAN setting offers two kinds of ways to get IP address: Auto IP and Manual IP, which enable users into the remote control system. The detailed operation steps are given in the following part: Operation Steps: 1. Process LAN Auto IP, the instrument will get IP address automatically. Figure 3-44 2. 3.
RIGOL Remote control system offers 6 kinds of operations to users. You can choose any one by the menus on left of main interface. Welcome page Network Status Network Settings Web Control Help Security Figure 3-47 Remote control system menus 4. Choose “Web control”, and then an interface will pop up as follows. You can click the buttons to control instrument remotely. If you want to exit the system, please close the web, and press local button on instrument.
RIGOL Chapter 4 1. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Troubleshooting When pressing the power switch, the multimeter is still in blank screen with nothing displaying: Check if the power is correctly connected. Check if the main power switch on the rear panel has been turn on. Check if the safety fuse has been blown, replace with a new one if necessary. Having done with the above steps, restart the instrument. If it still cannot work properly, please contact the local RIGOL Support center, let’s serve for you. 2.
RIGOL Chapter 5 Characteristics General Technical Characteristics Power Supply: AC 100~120V, 45~440Hz AC 200~240V, 45~66Hz Power consumption: 20VA peak value Dimension: Height: 107.0mm Width: 231.6mm Depth: 290.5mm Weight: 2.5kg Display: 256× 64 LCD display, support dual display, menu, Chinese and Englisjh languages, operation help. Working Environment: Precision 0~50℃, 80% R.H.
RIGOL LXI Compatibility: LXI Class C, Version 1.1. Warm-up Time: 30min.
RIGOL Electric Technique Characteristics DC Characteristics Accuracy Specifications (% of reading + % of range)[1] Function DC Voltage DC Current[8] Resistance[3] Diode Test Continuity [2] Range 200.000mV 2.00000V 20.0000V 200.000V 1000.00V[4] 200.000uA 2.00000mA 20.0000mA 200.000mA 2.00000A 10.0000A[5] 200.000Ω 2.00000kΩ 20.0000kΩ 200.000kΩ 2.00000MΩ 10.0000MΩ 100.000MΩ 2.0000V 2000Ω [6] Test Current or Burden Voltage <8mV <80mV <0.05V <0.5V <0.1V <0.
RIGOL Measurement Characteristics DC Voltage Input Resistance: 200mV and 2V range1 10MΩ or >10GΩ selectable (Input signals which exceed ±2.5V in these ranges will pass the 100kΩ (typical) clamp resistance. 20V, 200V and 1000V range Input offset current: <90pA, 25℃ Input Protection: 1000V on all ranges 10MΩ±2% CMRR (common mode rejection ratio): 120dB (For the 1kΩ unbalanced resistance in LO lead, maximum ± 500VDC).
RIGOL Setting time attentions: Settling time in voltage measurement is affected by the source impedance, media characteristics of the cable and input signals.
RIGOL AC Characteristics Accuracy Specifications (% of reading + % of range)[1] Function True RMS AC Voltage[[3] [2] Range 200.000mV 2.00000V 20.0000V 200.000V 750.000V True RMS AC Current[5] 20.0000mA 200.000mA 2.00000A 10.
RIGOL [2] 20% over range on all ranges, except DCV 1000V, ACV 750V, DCI and ACI 10A range. [3] Specifications are for sine wave input >5% of range. 750V range P/Fed to 8x107 Volt-Hz. For inputs from 1% to 5% of range and <50 kHz, add 0.1% of range additional error. For 50 kHz to 100 kHz, add 0.13% of range. [4] Specifications are for sine wave input >5% of range. Add 0.1% of the range for the sine wave input is 1%~5% of the range. [5] For frequency <100 kHz.
RIGOL Measurement Characteristics True RMS AC Voltage Measurement Method: AC coupled true-RMS-measure, the DC component of input with up to 1000V on any range. Crest factor: Crest factor on full range ≤ 3 Input Impedance: 1MΩ ± 2% in parallel with 100pF on any ranges Input Protection: 750VRMS on all ranges AC filter bandwidth: 20Hz~100kHz CMRR (common mode rejection ratio): 60dB (For the 1kΩ unbalanced resistance in LO lead and <60Hz, maximum ± 500VDC).
RIGOL Frequency/Period Characteristics Accuracy Specifications (% of reading)[1] Function Range Frequency Period 200mV to 750V[2] 20Hz-2kHz 2kHz-20kHz 20kHz-200kHz 200kHz-1MHz 0.01+0.003 0.01+0.003 0.01+0.003 0.01+0.006 Temperature Coefficient 0 ℃ to 18 ℃ 28 ℃ to 55 ℃ 0.002+0.001 0.002+0.001 0.002+0.001 0.002+0.002 20mA 10A[3] 20Hz-2kHz 2kHz-10kHz 0.01+0.003 0.01+0.003 0.002+0.001 0.002+0.001 to Frequency Range 1 Year 23℃± 5℃ NOTE: [1] Specifications are for 30 minute warm–up.
RIGOL Capacitance Characteristics Accuracy Specifications (% of reading + % of range)[1,2] Function Range Test Current 1 Year 23℃± 5℃ Capacitance 2.000nF 20.00nF 200.0nF 2.000uF 200uF 10000uF 200nA 200nA 2μA 10μA 100μA 1mA 3 1 1 1 1 2 [2] + + + + + + 1.0 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 Temperature Coefficient 0 ℃ to 18 ℃ 28 ℃ to 55 ℃ 0.08+0.002 0.02+0.001 0.02+0.001 0.02+0.001 0.02+0.001 0.02+0.001 NOTE: [1] Specifications are for 30 minute warm–up using P/F operation.
RIGOL Measurement Characteristics Triggering and Memory Samples per Trigger: 1 to 2,000 Trigger Delay: 8ms to 2 sec External trigger input: Input Level: TTL compatible (High level when left trigger input open) Trigger Condition: Selectable Rising, Falling, Low-level, High-level.
RIGOL Chapter 6 Appendix Appendix A: DM3058 Accessories Standard Accessories: A Power Cord that fits the standard of destination country.
RIGOL Appendix B: Warranty RIGOL warrants that the products that it manufactures and sells will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of shipment from an authorized RIGOL distributor. If a product proves defective within the respective period, RIGOL will provide repair or replacement as described in the complete warranty statement.
RIGOL Appendix C: General Care and Cleaning General Maintenance Do not store or leave the instrument in where the instrument will be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Caution To avoid damages to the instrument, do not expose it to sprays, liquids, or solvents. Cleaning Inspect the instrument often based on its operating conditions require. Before cleaning, please disconnect it from all power sources and clean it with a mild detergent and water.
RIGOL Appendix D: Contact RIGOL If you have any problem or requirement during using our products, please contact RIGOL Technologies, Inc. or the local distributors. Domestic: Please call Tel: (86-10) 8070 6688 Fax: (86-10) 8070 5070 Service & Support Hotline: 800 810 0002 9:00 am –5: 00 pm from Monday to Friday Or by e-mail: Service@rigol.com Or mail to: RIGOL Technologies, Inc.
RIGOL Index 2-Wire Resistance Measurement .. 2-15 4-Wire Resistance Measurement .. 2-17 General Inspection ....................... 1-2 GPIB ......................................... 2-66 A AC Coupling ............................... 2-43 AC Filter .................................... 2-41 Auto Trigger............................... 2-40 Auto Triggering .......................... 2-54 H Handle Adjustment ...................... 1-3 Holding Trigger ..........................
RIGOL RS232 ....................................... 2-66 S Secondly Function ...................... 2-39 Set P/F ................................... 2-46 Single Trigger ............................ 2-40 Single Triggering ....................... 2-57 Sound ....................................... 2-71 Statistic Measurement ................ 2-45 Store and Recall ........................ 2-61 System Settings ......................... 2-71 T Test/Cal ............................ 2-78, 2-79 The Front Panel .....
