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PRODUCT SHOWCASE Fluke 180 Series Digital Multimeters Fluke Corporation has introduced the model 187 and 189 digital multimeters which include RMS voltage, temperature measurement, real time clock, data logging and PC communication. The 180 Series have .025% accuracy and 50,000 counts of resolution. They have a multiple reading display for simultaneous readouts such as True RMS, AC + DC, Hertz, dB, mV DC and a real-time clock. Measurements include volts, ohms, continuity, diode test, amps and capacitance, as well as temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit. In addition to relative mode and Min/Max/Average, the 187 and 189 offer a Fast Min/Max mode for capturing transients as short as 250 femto­seconds. The Fluke 189 can be set up to cap- ture and store measure­ment data while unattended. In the logging mode, the meter moni­tors all changes in the input signal and then stores a summary of those changes based on a timed interval, as well as the stability of the measured signal. Once the logging session is complete (up to three days), the stored information is down­loaded to a PC using the optional Fluke­View Forms software. The closed case calibration feature of the 180 Series allows calibration adjustments to be made directly from the front panel or through the infrared port. The battery access door enables the user to change batteries and fuses without breaking the calibration seal. The new 180 Series DMMs meet the IEC-61010 CAT III 1000V and CAT IV 600 V safety ratings and carry a dustproof and drip-proof environmental rating. A multi-language CD-ROM containing the user’s manual is also included with the meter. Contact: Fluke Australia Pty Ltd Phone: (02) 8850 3333 Fax: (02) 8850 3300 Website: www.fluke.com Extech programmable LCR meters These new programmable LCR meters from Extech are suited to manual or fast automatic component testing on production lines. Both can provide comprehensive test reports via an optional printer interface and they include the following features: 100-test parameter data memory; hi/ lo limit setting and bin sorting. The instruments measure impedance, inductance, capacitance and dissipation factor, as well as equivalent series resistance (ESR) and DC resistance. The model 8323 has test frequencies of 100Hz, 120Hz, 1kHz WebDAQ 32-channel Data Logger WebDAQ is the world’s first data acquisition device to use embedded web server technology. The benefit compared to existing data logging systems is that there is no driver to in82  Silicon Chip and 10kHz while the model 8326 adds 100kHz and an optional swept frequency mode from 40Hz to 200kHz. Test fixtures available include 4-wire Kelvin clips, SMD test probes and shorting bars. stall. Simply plug WebDAQ into your computer’s Ethernet port or a net­work wall socket, open your web browser and type in WebDAQ’s IP address. WebDAQ’s flexibility and ease of use makes it ideal for any data logging applications, from laboratory and research environ­ments through to pro- Contact: Westek Electronics Pty Ltd Phone: (03) 9369 8802 Fax: (03) 9369 8006 Website: www.westek.com.au duction and process control. It’s main features include: 500kHz throughput with 12-bit accuracy on 32 channels, eight D/A output channels, digital and analog triggering, sampling at multiple data rates simultaneously and builtin sensor scaling and conversion to engineering units. “how-to” video presented by Scott Mueller. Additional information, including frequently asked questions and technology updates are available on the companion website www. upgradingandrepairingpcs.com The retail price is $99.89. Easy-to-use screens let you config­ ure your acquisition parameters, start and stop operations and define data reports. When you want your data, just click and download the file the same way you would download any file from the internet. You can even download directly into Excel. WebDAQ can schedule automatic reports and automatically email them to any email address or upload data to an FTP server for later use. WebDAQ can also act as a workgroup server, with multiple users accessing data reports, with the added protection of user passwords if required. WebDAQ works in a PC, Mac, Unix or Linux environment. Contact: Emona Instruments Phone: 1 800 632 953 Fax: (02) 9550-1378 Website: www.emona.com.au Reference book for upgrading and repairing PCs Want to upgrade your PC? Then have a look at the 12th edi­tion of Scott Mueller’s “Upgrading and Repairing PCs”, now avail­a ble from all Dick Smith Electronics stores. This updated edition features new and revised illustrations, including step-by-step photos showing how to build a PC from scratch. 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