BNC 1201 - 6 1/2 Digit Digital Multimeter - Manual (Page 33)

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Basic Measurement Function
This chapter introduces some basic measurement functions in 1201. You
will learn how to use your 1201 multimeter to measure voltage, current,
resistance, frequency, period, continuity, diode and temperature in this
chapter.
3.1 Voltage Measurements (DC & AC)
The ranges for DC voltage measurements in 1201 are 100mV, 1V, 10V,
100V and 1000V. For AC voltage measurements, the ranges are 100mV
to 750V AC-Coupled TRMS, or 1000V peak. Figures 3-1 and 3-2 show
the locations of the buttons needed and message display for voltage
measurement. Figure 3-3 shows the location of the input terminals on
the rear panel.
Warning: Do not apply more than 1000V (peak) to the multimeter.
Applying excess voltage may damage your meter, or cause possible
electric shock or personal injury.
※ Note: To eliminate the thermal EMFs due to the differences between
two metals, use copper leads to connect your source signal to the meter.
How to measure voltage
① Selects input signal connections on front or rear panel.
② Connect the test leads to the terminals as shown in Figure 3-1(DC)
or Figure 3-2 (AC).
③ Set RESOLUTION of DCV (Refer to 4.1.3), BAND WIDTH of ACV (Refer
to 4.1.2.1) or skip this step if default is to be used.
④ Press DCV or ACV button for DC or AC voltage measuring.
⑤ Select the auto-range function by pressing AUTO button on the front
panel or use △ ▽ buttons to select desired range.