User's Manual

805/805 FC

Users Manual

External Sensor

In addition to the integrated vibration sensor, an optional

external sensor connects to the Meter. The connector type

for the external sensor is a Subminiature version B (SMB).

Figure 3 shows how to connect an external sensor to the

Meter.

Note

Fluke supports, but does not provide, external

sensors.

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Figure 3. External Sensor Connection (805 shown)

Note

High frequency measurement (Crest Factor+) and

Temperature measurement automatically turn off

when an external sensor is connected to the

Meter.

To connect:

1. Open the connector cover and push the external

sensor into position.

2. Push  to open the Enter Sensitivity menu.

Note

You must set the sensitivity in mV/g units.

3. Use the navigation keys to select a character in

the menu.

4. Push  to input the character into the field.

5. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for additional characters.

6. Push  to store the value in the Meter and exit

the menu.

7. Push  to start data collection.

The Meter automatically detects when you disconnect the

external sensor and is set to measure with the internal

sensor.