MASTECH MAS830 digital multimeter OPERATOR'S INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Below you will find brief information for Digital Multimeter MAS830. This handy digital multimeter measures DC and AC voltage, DC current, resistance, and performs diode, transistor (hFE), and continuity tests. It's battery-powered and features a hold function for convenient readings. Ideal for basic electrical testing and troubleshooting.

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OPERATOR’S
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DIGITAL MULTIMETER
SAFETY INFORMATION
This multimeter has been designed according to IEC −1010
concerning electronic measuring instruments with an
overvoltage category (CAT ) and pollution 2.
Follow all safety and operating instructions to ensure that the
meter is used safely and is kept in good operating condition.
Full compliance with safety standards can be guaranteed only
with test leads supplied. If necessary, they must be replaced
with the type specified in this manual.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Important safety information, refer to the operating
manual.
Dangerous voltage may be present.
Earth ground.
Double insulation (Protection class II).
Fuse must be replaced with rating specified in the
manual.
MAINTENANCE
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Before opening the case, always disconnect test leads
from all energized circuits.
For continue protection against fire; replace fuse only
with the specified voltage and current ratings:
F 200mA/250V(Quick Acting)
Never use the meter unless the back cover is in place
and fastened completely.
Do not use abrasives or solvents on the meter. To clean
it using a damp cloth and mild detergent only.
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DURING USE
• Never exceed the protection limit values indicated in
specifications for each range of measurement.
• When the meter is linked to measurement circuit, do not
touch unused terminals.
• Never use the meter to measure voltages that might
exceed 600V above earth ground in category
installations.
• When the value scale to be measured is unknown
beforehand, set the range selector at the highest
• position.
Before rotating the range selector to change functions,
• disconnect test leads from the circuit under test.
When carrying out measurements on TV or switching
power circuits always remember that there may be high
amplitude voltages pulses at test points, which can
• damage the meter.
Always is careful when working with voltages above 60V
dc or 30V ac rms. Keep fingers behind the probe barriers
• while measuring.
Before attempting to insert transistors for testing, always
be sure that test leads have been disconnected from any
• measurement circuits.
Components should not be connected to the hFE socket
• when making voltage measurements with test leads.
Never perform resistance measurements on live circuits.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The meter is a handheld 31/2 digital multimeter for measuring
DC and AC voltage, DC current, Resistance, Diode, Transistor
and Continuity Test with battery operated.
The Back light of display is optional.
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FRONT PANEL
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FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION
Display
3 1/2 digit, 7 segment, 15mm high LCD.
Back light (option)
When this button is pushed, the Back light of display is
on. After about 5 seconds, the Back light is self-off. The
Back light is on again, just push this button once.
Rotary switch
This switch is used to select functions and desired
ranges as well as to turn on/off the meter.
Hold button
When this button is pushed, the display will keep the
last reading and “ ” symbol will appear on the LCD
until pushing it again.
“10A” jack
Plug in connector for red test lead for 10A
measurement.
“COM” jack
Plug in connector for black (negative) test lead.
“VΩmA” jack
Plug in connector for red (positive) test lead for voltage,
resistance and current (except 10A) measurements.
SPECIFICATIONS
Accuracy is specified for a period of one year after calibration
and at 18 to 28 (64&deg;F to 82&deg;F) with relative humidity to 80%.
℃
GENERAL
Maximum voltage between
terminals and earth ground
Fuse protection
Power
Display
Measuring method
Overrange Indication
Polarity indication
Operating Environment
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:CAT 600V
:F 200mA/250V
:9V battery, NEDA 1604 or 6F22
: LCD, 1999 counts, updates 2-3/
sec.
:Dual-slope integration A/D
converter
:Only figure “1” on the display
:“-”displayed for negative polarity
:0 to 40
℃
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℃ to 50℃.
&times; &times;
Storage temperature
:-10
Low battery indication
Size
Weight
:“
”appears on the display
:138mm 69mm 31mm
: Approx.170g.
DC VOLTAGE
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
200mV
100&micro;V
&plusmn;0.5% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
2V
1mV
&plusmn;0.5% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
20V
10mV
&plusmn;0.5% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
200V
100mV
&plusmn;0.5% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
600V
1V
&plusmn;0.8% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
Overload Protection: 250V rms. For 200mV range and 600V dc
or rms. ac for other ranges.
DC CURRENT
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
200&micro;A
0.1&micro;A
&plusmn;1% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
2mA
1&micro;A
&plusmn;1% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
20mA
10&micro;A
&plusmn;1% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
200mA
100&micro;A
&plusmn;1.5% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
10A
10mA
&plusmn;3% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
Overload Protection: F 200mA/250V fuse. (10A range unfused)
AC VOLTAGE
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
200V
100mV
&plusmn;1.2 % of rdg &plusmn; 10 digits
600V
1V
&plusmn;1.2 % of rdg &plusmn; 10 digits
Overload Protection: 600V dc or rms. ac for all ranges.
Frequency range: 40Hz to 400Hz. Response: Average
responding, calibrated in rms. of a sine wave.
DIODE &amp; CONTINUITY
Range
Description
If continuity exists (about less than 1.5kΩ), built-in
buzzer will sound.
Show the approx. forward voltage drop of the diode.
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Overload Protection: 250V dc or rms. ac.
RESISTANCE
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
200Ω
0.1Ω
&plusmn;0.8% of rdg &plusmn; 3 digits
2kΩ
1Ω
&plusmn;0.8% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
20kΩ
10Ω
&plusmn;0.8% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
200kΩ
100Ω
&plusmn;0.8% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
2MΩ
1kΩ
&plusmn;1.0% of rdg &plusmn; 2 digits
Maximum Open Circuit Voltage: 3.2V
Overload Protection: 250V dc or rms. ac for all ranges.
TRANSISTOR hFE TEST (0-1000)
Range
Test Range Test Current
NPN &amp; PNP
0-1000
Ib=10&micro;A
Test Voltage
Vce=3V
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT
1. Connect the red test lead to the “V.Ω.mA” jack and the
black lead to the “COM” jack.
2. Set rotary switch at desired DCV position. If the voltage
to be measured is not known beforehand, set range
switch at the highest range position and then reduce it
until satisfactory resolution is obtained.
3. Connect test leads across the source or load being
measured.
4. Read voltage value on the LCD display along with the
polarity of the red lead connection.
DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT
1. Connect the red test lead to the “V.Ω.mA” jack and the
black test lead to “COM” jack. (For measurements
between 200mA and 10A, remove red lead to“10A”
2. jack.)
3. Set the rotary switch at desired DCA position.
Open the circuit in which the current is to be measured,
4. and connect test leads in series with the circuit.
Read current value on LCD display along with the
polarity of red lead connection.
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AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT
1. Connect the red test lead to “V.Ω. mA” jack and the
black test lead to the “COM” jack.
2. Set the rotary switch at desired ACV position.
3. Connect test leads across the source or load being
measured.
4. Read voltage value on the LCD display.
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT
1. Connect the red test lead to “V. Ω. mA” jack and black
test lead to the “COM” jack. (The polarity of red lead is
positive “+”.)
2. Set the rotary switch at desired ”Ω” range position.
3. Connect test leads across the resistor to be measured
and read LCD display.
4. If the resistance being measured is connected to a
circuit turn off power and discharge all capacitors
before applying test probes.
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DIODE TEST
1. Connect the red test lead to “V.Ω.mA” jack and the
black test lead to the “COM” jack (The polarity of red
lead is positive “+”.).
2. Set the rotary switch at “
” position.
3. Connect the red test lead to the anode of the diode to
be tested and the black test lead to the cathode of the
diode.
The approx. forward voltage drop of the diode will be
displayed. If the connection is reversed only figure “1”
will be shown.
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TRANSISTOR TEST
1. Set the rotary switch at “hFE” position.
2. Determine whether the transistor under testing is NPN
or PNP and locate the emitter base and collector leads.
Insert the leads into proper holes of the hFE socket on
the front panel.
3. Read the approximate hFE value at the test condition of
base current 10&micro;A and Vce 3V.
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NOTE:
To avoid electrical shock, remove test leads from
measurement circuits before testing a transistor.
AUDIBLE CONTINUITY TEST
1. Connect red test lead to “V.Ω.mA”, black test lead to
“COM”.
2. Set range switch to “ ” position.
3. Connect test leads to two points of circuit to be tested. If
continuity exists, built-in buzzer will sound.
BATTERY &amp; FUSE REPLACEMENT
If “
”appears on display, it indicates that the battery
should be replaced.
Fuse rarely need replacement and blow almost always as a
result of operator’s error.
To replace battery &amp; fuse (200mA/250V) remove the 2 screws
in the bottom of the case. Simply remove the old, and replace
with a new one.
Be careful to observe battery polarity.
WARNING
Before attempting to open the case, always be sure that test
leads have been disconnected from measurement circuits.
Close case and tighten screws completely before using the
meter to avoid electrical shock hazard.
ACCESSORIES
• Operator’s instruction manual
• Set of test leads
• Gift box
• 9 volt battery. NEDA 1604 6F22 006P type
• Holster (option)
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Key features

DC and AC voltage measurement
DC current measurement
Resistance measurement
Diode and continuity test
Transistor hFE test
Automatic range selection
Backlight (optional)
Hold function
Low battery indication
Compact and portable design

Frequently asked questions

The MAS830 uses a 9V battery, NEDA 1604 or 6F22.

To replace the fuse, remove the 2 screws in the bottom of the case. Simply remove the old fuse and replace it with a new one. Be sure to replace the fuse with a 200mA/250V fuse.

The overload protection for the MAS830 is 250V rms. for 200mV range and 600V dc or rms. ac for other ranges. For DC current measurements, the overload protection is a F 200mA/250V fuse (10A range unfused).