TX3, TX1 True RMS

Multimeters with Optional

WSTRM PC Interface Package
Extra-Large, Dual Numeric Display
with Backlight
1000V CAT III (IEC 61010 Compliant)
Input Voltage Safety Rating
Built-in K-Type Digital Thermometer
(TX3 only)
Diode Check and Continuity Beeper
Setup Menu for Custom User Defaults
Auto and Manual Hold and Ranging
MIN/MAX/AVG/MAX-MIN Recording
with Time Stamp
Relative (Delta) Measurements
dBm and dB (TX3 only)
4–20 mA Process Loop Measurement
with % Readout (TX3 only)
Rugged Boot w/ Versa-Stand™
Traceable Calibration Certificate
Included
Easy Battery Access without
Breaking Calibration Seal
CE, UL, CSA Safety Certifications
You don't need to sacrifice into memory and later recalled
ruggedness, safety, and quality to or downloaded to a PC using the
enjoy the accuracy and features optional WSTRM PC interface
needed in today's changing package.
maintenance environment. The WSTRM consists of WaveStar™
Tektronix TX-DMM™ True RMS for Meters software and a PC
multimeters feature an extra interface cable. WSTRM provides
large, dual numeric display that virtual digital multimeter capa-
provides more information in bility, real-time data logging,
fewer steps and can be viewed and easy documentation on a
from across the room. Windows®95/NT platform. Error
The simple user interface elimi- free data recording is a necessity
nates guesswork and allows you to for successful preventive mainte-
view AC and DC values without nance programs.
changing meter function, saving TX-DMM digital RMS technology
troubleshooting time. provides high basic AC accuracy,
The data storage capability 50,000 count resolution, and fast
allows measurements to be saved AC settling time.
TX3, TX1 Display Resistance
True RMS Range – 50,000 and 5000 (selectable) Ranges* – 50.00 Ω, 500.0 Ω, 5.000 kΩ,
Multimeters Digits – 4-4/5 and 3-4/5 (selectable) 50.00 kΩ, 500.0 kΩ, 5.000 MΩ, 50.00 MΩ
Characteristics Accuracy* – ±(0.1% + 2 ct.)
Update Rate – 4/s (5000 count mode)
1/s (50,000 count mode) Best Resolution – 0.01 Ω (in 50 Ω range
w/ automatic lead calibration)
20 Segment Analog Bar Graph
Update Rate – 20/s Capacitance
Ranges – 5.000 nF, 50.00 nF, 500.0 nF,
Non-Volatile Memory 5.000 µF, 50.00 µF, 500.0 µF, 5.000 mF,
50.00 mF
Locations – 30 (TX3); 10 (TX1)
Best Accuracy – ±(1.0% + 3 ct.)
Peak Hold Best Resolution – 1 pF
1 ms
Frequency
DC/AC Voltage Range – 0.5 Hz to 1 MHz
Ranges* – 500.0 mV, 5.000 V, 50.00 V, Accuracy – ±(0.002% + 1 ct.)
500.0 V, 1000 V CAT III
Best Resolution – 0.001 Hz
DC Accuracy* – ±(0.05% + 1 ct.) (TX3)
±(0.07% + 1 ct.) (TX1) Counter – 5-digit; 100,000 count

AC Accuracy* – ±(0.4% + 2 ct.) (TX3)

Temperature (TX3 Only)
±(0.6% + 2 ct.) (TX1)
Built-in Digital Thermometer – K-Type
Best Resolution – 10 µV (50,000 ct. mode) Thermocouple

DC/AC Current Range – –50°C to +980°C

(not including thermocouple range)
Ranges* – 500.0 µA, 5.000 mA, 50.00 mA,
500.0 mA, 5.000 A, 10.00 A (3 minutes) Accuracy – ±3°C nominal
±1°C with quick ice bath calibration
DC Accuracy* – ±(0.2% + 2 ct.)
AC Accuracy* – ±(0.6% + 2 ct.) Warranty
Best Resolution – 10 nA (50,000 ct. mode) Three years

* Best accuracy stated. Ranges and accuracies are in

5000 ct. mode. Best resolution can be achieved by
changing the default resolution to 50,000 ct. mode in
the Setup menu.

WSTRM Optional instrument interface, WaveStar

PC Interface Package software enables remote access
WSTRM is the complete solution and control of the TX-DMM from
for data transfer and analysis a PC, without the need for
from the TX-DMM multimeters programming. WaveStar soft-
to a PC. The WSTRM features ware’s familiar Windows®95/NT
WaveStar for Meters software features, such as drag-and-drop,
and includes an interface cable. provide users a quick and simple
means for inserting important
WaveStar for Meters software
DMM information into other
allows users to easily capture,
Windows applications.
analyze, and record TX-DMM
data, as well as professionally The included cable provides an
create, save, and print documents. interface between the TX-DMM
Through its unique, virtual IR port and the PC’s RS-232 port.
Ordering TX3 True RMS Multimeter Recommended Accessories
Information Includes: Boot with Stand, ATL01 Test WSTRM – PC Interface Package with
Leads, ATK01 K-Type Thermocouple WaveStar for Meters Software and
Adapter, ATP01 Thermocouple-to-Banana Interface Cable
Plug Adapter, User Manual, 2 AA Batteries, A605 – 500 A AC Current Probe
Traceable Calibration Certificate
A621 – 2000 A AC Current Probe
TX1 True RMS Multimeter A622 – 100 A Current Probe
Includes: Boot with Stand, ATL01 Test ATLDX1 – Deluxe Lead Set with Tip
Leads, User Manual, 2 AA Batteries, Accessories
Traceable Calibration Certificate
ATL21 – Shielded Banana Plug Leads
ATL22 – Plug-on Test Lead Tips
User Manual Language Options ATL23 – Plug-on Sharp ‘IC’ Test Lead Tips
Options L0–L9 – English, French, Italian, ATL25 – Adjustable Test Lead Set
German, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, ACL21 – Plug-on Safety Alligator Clips
Simple Chinese, Standard Chinese, Korean
ACL22 – Plug-on Hook-tip Clips
ACL23 – Plug-on Wire Clamp Clips
ACL24 – Plug-on Jaw Clips
AC12 – Large Nylon Soft Case
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