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The document discusses the use of a multimeter and its components. It explains that a multimeter has a pointer and scale to measure voltage, current and resistance depending on the selection switch. It provides examples of taking readings by setting the switch to different functions and scales. The document also covers using the multimeter to measure resistance, AC voltage, and its advantages over an analog model.

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Multimeter

The document discusses the use of a multimeter and its components. It explains that a multimeter has a pointer and scale to measure voltage, current and resistance depending on the selection switch. It provides examples of taking readings by setting the switch to different functions and scales. The document also covers using the multimeter to measure resistance, AC voltage, and its advantages over an analog model.

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  • Use of Multimeter: Introduction to the overall usage and functions of a multimeter.
  • Outlook of Multimeter: Describes the key components including pointer, scale, and selection switch of a multimeter.
  • Reading from Multimeter: Explains how to read current values using the multimeter when set to DC25mA.
  • Using as an Ohmmeter: Details the procedure to use the multimeter as an ohmmeter including zero setting.
  • Reading Resistance: Instructions for reading resistance using the multimeter and scaling correctly.
  • Measuring AC Voltage: Covers the method for measuring AC voltage and terminal usage.
  • Digital Multimeter: Compares digital and analogue multimeters, highlighting advantages and use cases.
  • Digital Ohmmeter: Focuses on measuring resistance using a digital ohmmeter without conversion factors.
  • Measuring AC/DC: Provides guidance on switching correctly for AC and DC measurements.

Use of Multimeter

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Outlook of Multimeter

Pointer and Scale


single pointer with different scale for different measurements

Selection Switch
select to measure voltage (ac or dc), current or resistance.

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Reading from Multimeter

As the Selection Switch is at DC25mA, the multimeter is used as a ammeter with fsd 25mA. The 250A scale is used. Reading = 17.5mA

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Using as an Ohmmeter
With the input terminals shorted, set zero by turning the 0 Adjust Knob. Remember to set zero again if the ohmmeter range is changed.

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Reading from Multimeter

As the Selection Switch is at x10, the reading has to be multiplied by 10. The reading is 90, so the resistance is 900 .

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Measuring AC Voltage
If AC voltage is measured, remember to use the output terminal instead of the positive terminal. The negative terminal is still used.

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Digital Multimeter

Same as analogue multimeter but it has the advantage of having a large internal resistance. If the reading is larger than the range, the reading cannot be shown. The COM terminal is always used. The other terminal can be 10A, AmA, V depending on the measurement.
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Digital Ohmmeter

In the figure shown, the resistance of the resistor is 0.824k.


There is no need to multiplied 2k for digital ohmmeter as it is the range, but not the conversion factor.
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Measuring AC/DC

Make sure that the switch is switched to the correct side for DC or AC measurement.
DC AC

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Use of Multimeter The Mission Covenant Church Holm Glad College
Outlook of Multimeter Pointer and Scale – single pointer with different scale for different measurements Selection Swi
Reading from Multimeter As the Selection Switch is at DC25mA, the multimeter is used as a ammeter with fsd 25mA. The
Using as an Ohmmeter With the input terminals shorted, set zero by turning the 0 Adjust Knob. Remember to set zero
Reading from Multimeter As the Selection Switch is at x10, the reading has to be multiplied by 10. The reading is 90,
Measuring AC Voltage If AC voltage is measured, remember to use the “output “ terminal instead of the “positive” termin
Digital Multimeter Same as analogue multimeter but it has the advantage of having a large internal resistance. If the r
Digital Ohmmeter In the figure shown, the resistance of the resistor is 0.824k. There is no need to multiplied 2k for
Measuring AC/DC Make sure that the switch is switched to the correct side for DC or AC measurement. DC AC The Mission

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