How To Use Your Multimeter

If it s zero the fuse is fine.

How to use your multimeter. Helpful 2 not helpful 0. Set your multimeter to continuity test or where it shows the diode sign. The red probe on the other hand should probe 9 and 14. A multimeter allows you to understand what is going on in your circuits. A voltmeter ohmeter and ammeter and in some cases continuity.

Make sure that your multimeter is set to the right setting for the unit that you are measuring otherwise you will not get the correct results or any results. You can replace these at places like radio shack etc. You can use a multimeter to check if the switch is on or if the conducting wire in a circuit is broken. It combines three essential features. Use a proving unit or known voltage source before using a multimeter on a live circuit.

Pin 9 should read 5 v and pin 14 should read between 3 and 5 v. Use the black multimeter probe to probe the connector on the back. Again you probably won t even use half of the settings shown so don t get overwhelmed if you only know what a few of them do. Do not use if there are indications of physical damage. Check the reading of your multimeter.

Your multimeter might also have a dedicated setting for testing the amperage of aa aaa and 9v batteries. If playback doesn t begin shortly try restarting your device. If the readings drop to zero everything is fine. A multimeter gives you useful insights on how your circuits are working. Inspect your multimeter before using it.

This video will show you how to use a multimeter to measure voltage current resistance and continuity. How to check the test probes. This is a beginner s guide aimed at students and el. A multimeter is a measurement tool absolutely necessary in electronics. It also comes handy when determining the amount of current flowing in a circuit.