Package Contents; Getting Started - Conrad GW INSTEK GDM-8261A Mode D'emploi

Regularly check the technical safety of the device and the measuring lines,
e.g. for damage of the housing or crushing, etc.
Never operate the device when it is open.
!RISK OF FATAL INJURY!
Never exceed the maximum admissible input values. Never touch circuits or
parts of circuits with voltages greater than 50 V/ACrms or 75 V/DC! Life threat-
ening!
Unpacking
Check all the parts for completeness and damage after unpacking.
Damaged parts must not be used for safety reasons. In case of any damage
contact our customer service.

Package Contents

• Digital Table Multimeter
• Cable with earthing contact
• Safety measuring cables
• USB remote control cable GTL-247
• CD with driver, software and extensive operating instructions (GB)
• Calibration key GDM-01 (USB)
• Quick guide
Setting up the Device
Set up the device, using the handle or the device's pedestal, so it can be operated and read
comfortably.
Avoid direct sunlight over a longer period since this could damage the screen.
In order to comply with the technical tolerance data, the device has to be op-
erating for about 60 minutes within the given operating temperature range.
Ensure suffi cient ventilation of the device. Do not cover or seal the ventila-
tion apertures of the device.

Getting Started

Connect the mains cable provided to the mains connector, at the back of the device, and con-
nect the safety plug to an earthed mains socket.
Switch on the device using the power switch (POWER I/0). The table multimeter is activated
when the switch is in the depressed position.
The device shows a start screen and is ready for operation after a short initialisation phase.
Connect the corresponding measuring cables to the measurement input sockets "INPUT V"
and "COM".
The red connector "V" corresponds with the positive pole for the voltage and resistance meas-
urement; the black connector "COM" is the negative pole.
Use the red connector "A" and the black connector for current measurements.
Select the corresponding measuring function and connect the measuring probes to the meas-
uring circuit
For safety reasons, the specifi ed max. measurement voltage of 500 V to earth
potential and the max. current must not be exceeded.
Remove the measuring cable from the object being measured after fi nishing the measurement
and turn off the appliance.
Installation of the Measurement Software
Before you connect the table multimeter to a computer, install the measurement program.
Switch on the computer and start the operating system.
Insert the provided software CD into the CD drive and close it. The automatic start mode will
automatically start the installation of the measurement program.
If this does not happen automatically, start the program "setup.exe" by double-clicking on the
drive holding the CD-ROM in the Explorer of your operating system. The software installation
will start.
Please follow the on-screen instructions.
A new folder is created in the start menu's program manager.
Leave the CD in the drive for device installation.
Connection and installation of the table multimeter
The RS232 or USB interface to control the table multimeter must fi rst be selected from the set-
up menu. This process is described in detail in the English operating instructions.
Connect the provided USB connection cable to a free USB port on your computer and then with
the USB connection on the back of the table multimeter.
The operating system recognises the new hardware and starts the "Hardware Wizard". The
system automatically searches for the suitable drivers and installs them. You should now be
able to use the device.
If the message "The driver software was not installed" appears, the driver has to be installed
separately, as it has not been recognised by the Windows system.
For Windows 7 proceed as follows:
• Click on "Start" → "Control Panel" → "Device Manager".
In the device manager there is an exclamation mark highlighted in yellow for "Other Devices"
with the text "Unknown Device".
• Double click on "Unknown Device".
• Now install the driver for this device by clicking on the option "Update driver".
• In the window that opens, select " → Search for driver software on the computer".
• Now enter the path of your CD/DVD drive (for example: "D:\") and check "Include subfolders",
then click on "Continue".
• Should a window with "Windows Security" appear with the following text: "The publisher of
the driver software could not be verifi ed", confi rm the installation by clicking on "→ Install this
driver software anyway".
• The driver should now be recognised correctly and you can use the software for the table
multimeter.
If that is not the case, please contact our technical hotline. You will fi nd the telephone number
on the imprint.
For Windows XP/Vista
For the driver installation select the path of your CD/DVD drive and install the driver from the
sub-directory "Driver" on the enclosed CD.
Cleaning
Always observe the following safety instructions before cleaning the device:
If you open covers or remove parts – unless you can do this by hand – live
parts may be exposed.
Prior to cleaning or repairing the device, all lines must be detached and the
device must be turned off.
Do not use scouring, chemical or aggressive cleaning agents such as benzene, alcohol or
similar chemicals. These might attack the surface of the device. Furthermore, the fumes are
hazardous to your health and are explosive.
Do not use any sharp tools, screwdrivers, metal brushes or similar objects for clean-
ing. Do not press too hard on the display screen; this not only leads to scratches but
can also destroy the display. The warranty will be void!
For cleaning the device or the display and the measuring cables, use a clean, slightly damp,
lint-free, antistatic cloth.
Should you have any questions concerning the handling of the device,
please do no hesitate to contact our Technical Support:
Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 2, 92530 Wernberg
Tel. +49 180 / 531 211 6
Disposal
Electrical and electronic devices do not constitute household waste. Dispose of an
unserviceable product in accordance with the relevant statutory regulations.
You thereby fulfi l your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment!
These operating instructions are a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1,
D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfi lming,
or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor.
Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in
technology and equipment reserved.
© Copyright 2013 by Conrad Electronic SE.