GW Instek GDM-8261 User Manual - Manual (Page 37)

BASIC MEASUREMENT
37
Diode Test
Background Diode test checks the forward bias characteristics of a
diode by running a constant forward bias current, approx.
1mA, through the DUT.
1. Activate diode
test Press the
/
key once.
/
2. Diode mode
display appears
V
S
/ + V Indicates Diode test
DIODE 2nd display shows the title
3. Connect the
test lead and
measure Connect the test lead between the
/
and COM port; Anode-V,
Cathode-COM. The display updates
the reading.
INPUT
V W
COM