Radio Shack 2200813 User Manual

29-Range Digital Multimeter

Thank you for purchasing your 29-Range

Digital Multimeter from RadioShack. Please read this user’s guide before installing, setting up, and using your new multimeter.

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User’s Guide

Contents

Package Contents ...................................3

Features ....................................................3

Care and Service ......................................3

Safety Precautions ....................................4

Special Panel Markings ............................7

Install the Batteries ...................................8

Connect the Test Leads ............................8

Basic Operation ....................................9

Selecting Ranges ......................................9

Measuring DC/AC Voltage .....................10

Measuring AC Voltage Riding on a DC

Source Bias .............................................11

Measuring DC/AC Current .....................12

Measuring Resistance .............................13

Checking Continuity ...............................14

Checking Diodes ....................................14

Checking Batteries .................................16

Additional Information .......................18

Replacing the Fuse .................................18

Auto Power Off ......................................19

Testing the Display .................................19

Specifications..........................................20

Limited Warranty ....................................22

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Package Contents

• 29-Range Digital Multimeter

• Spare Fuse (in the case)

• Test Leads (2)

• User’s Guide

Features

• Measures voltage, current and resistance

• Auto-ranging with manual-ranging override

• Diode test

Care and Service

• Keep your meter dry and clean. If it gets wet or dirty, wipe it dry or clean immediately with a cloth lightly dampened with water. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the meter.

• Use and store the meter in normal temperature environments only. Handle your meter carefully. Do not drop it.

• Modifying or tampering the meter’s internal components can cause malfunction and might invalidate its warranty. If your meter is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

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Safety Precautions

• Do not use the meter if you are unfamiliar with electric circuits and testing procedures.

• To avoid electric shock, disconnect both test leads from the circuit under testing before you replace the batteries and fuse.

• Do not operate the meter until the batteries are properly installed and the back cover and battery compartment cover are in place and secured.

• Use extreme caution when working with voltages above 30V RMS and 42.4V peak or 60V

DC. Always disconnect power from the circuit you are measuring before you connect test leads to high-voltage points.

• Never connect to a voltage source when you select the diode check, continuity function, resistance measurement, or any of the battery test or current measurement functions.

• Always discharge any capacitors of the circuit under test before you attach test leads and always turn off power and disconnect the test leads from the circuit before replacing the meter’s batteries or the fuse.

• Because many AC/DC sets have a potentially hot chassis, be sure the top of your workbench and the floor underneath it are made of nonconductive materials.

• If you connect one test lead to a hot wire first and touch the other test lead tip, you could receive an electric shock.

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• The test leads (black and red) supplied with your meter are rated for 1000 volts but do not try to measure any voltage greater than 600 volts DC/600 volts RMS AC. Use only test leads of the same rating as the meter.

• Your multimeter is designed primarily to measure household AC voltages. Because of the dangers inherent in measuring three-phase circuits, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND

YOU DO NOT USE THIS METER TO MEASURE 3-PHASE, LINE-TO-LINE VOLTAGE .

If you still want to, put on protective clothing – a face shield and fireproof gloves and upper body protection is required before measuring. If you do not have this protection,

DO NOT MEASURE THESE CIRCUITS.

• To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

For indoor use only.

• If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

• For the most accurate reading, the temperature should be between 65°F and 83°F (18°C to 28°C), with a maximum of 75% relative humidity.

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AUTO

– Auto range mode.

Bar Graph Display – 8 segments represent units for the selected function.

Range – Press to select ranges.

SELECT – Toggle measurement options within a function.

HOLD – Press to hold all indications on the display.

Function/Power dial

Turn the meter on/off or select the type of measurement:

• V – Measures DC/AC voltage.

• mA/A – Measures amperage: DC 40/400 mA and AC

40/400 mA; DC 4/10 A and AC 4/10 A

• Ω – Measures resistance and checks continuity/ diodes.

• AA/C/D , AAA , 9V – Test specific battery types.

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Special Panel Markings

600V

MAX

400mA

MAX

The maximum voltage that this meter can measure is 600V RMS AC or 600V

DC. To avoid electric shock and damage to the meter, do not connect the two input terminals ( -COM and +V .

Ω .

mA ) to any source that exceeds 600 volts with respect to ground.

The maximum current that this meter can measure at this jack is 400mA DC or

AC.

Caution : RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Refer to the complete operating instructions.

Caution : Be extremely careful when taking high-voltage measurements. DO

NOT TOUCH TERMINALS OR TEST LEAD ENDS.

CAT II This equipment is rated for installation category II (3600 VA max.).

10A MAX.

UNFUSED

The maximum current you can measure at this jack is 10 amps DC/AC. This jack is not fuse-protected.

The meter is protected by double insulation.

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Note: The UL mark does not indicate that this product has been evaluated by

Underwriters Laboratories for the accuracy of its readings.

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Install the Batteries

Before installing batteries, turn off the multimeter and disconnect the test leads. Install three AAA batteries (not included), matching the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside. When appears, replace the batteries.

• Dispose of batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them.

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.

• If you do not plan to use the meter for a month or more, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can damage electronic parts.

Connect the Test Leads

1.

Remove the rubber caps from the test leads.

2.

Plug the black lead into the –COM jack and the red lead into the +V.

Ω .mA

jack. To measure current greater than 400mA, plug the red test lead into

+10A MAX .

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Note: After connecting to the +10A MAX jack to measure anything except current, a buzzer reminds you not to touch the test leads to the circuit.

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Basic Operation

Selecting Ranges

Set the meter to a measurement range; the unit of measure appears on the display. For example, mV appears in the 400 mV range.

Note the position of the decimal:

• If 0.000V appears, the meter is set to measure less than

4 volts.

• If 000 V appears, the meter is set to measure up to 600 volts.

Read the range in volts, amps, or ohms as indicated by the position of the decimal point.

Range

400 mV

Display

ddd.d mV

4 V d.ddd V

40 V

400 V

600 V dd.dd V ddd.d V ddd V

40 mA

400 mA

4 A dd.dd mA ddd.d mA d.ddd A

10 A

400

4 k

40 k

400 k

4 M

40 M

Ω

Ω

Ω

Ω

Ω

Ω dd.dd A ddd.d Ω d.ddd k Ω dd.dd k Ω ddd.d k Ω d.ddd M Ω dd.dd M Ω

“ d ” denotes any digit from

0 to 9.

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Caution:

• If you are measuring voltage or current when OF (overflow) appears, immediately disconnect the test leads from the circuit.

• When measuring high-voltage circuits, do not position both test leads at once. Connect the black test lead first to the circuit’s neutral or ground lead. Then, using one hand, probe for voltages with the other test lead. This helps prevent accidentally touching a hot wire.

Measuring DC/AC Voltage

DO NOT try to measure voltages above 600 V DC/AC (RMS).

1.

Set the function dial to V .

2.

Press SELECT to select DC or AC. appears for AC voltage measurement.

3.

Touch the black test lead to the circuit.

4.

Touch the red test lead to the circuit.

If the meter is set to manual range and you measure an overrange input, OF will display. The meter will return to standby mode when you remove the input.

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Measuring AC Voltage Riding on a DC Source Bias

Warning: T o avoid injury or damage to your meter, never try to measure an AC voltage on a DC source bias where the peak AC voltage exceeds 100V with respect to earth ground.

1.

Set the function dial to V ( DC voltage) . Measure the DC voltage first to ensure that it does not exceed 100V .

2.

Disconnect power from the circuit.

3.

Press SELECT (AC mode). appears.

4.

Connect the black test lead to the circuit’s neutral/ground lead.

5.

Connect a 0.1 microfarad/100V mylar capacitor in series with the voltage source’s positive terminal and the red test lead.

6.

Restore circuit power and read the voltage.

7 Power off the circuit; then disconnect the capacitor.

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Measuring DC/AC Current

1.

Disconnect power from the circuit and discharge all capacitors.

2.

Rotate the function dial to mA/A .

3.

Press SELECT to select DC or AC. appears for AC current measurement.

4.

Break the circuit and connect the black test lead to one of the two connection points.

5.

Plug the red test lead into + 10A MAX . To measure current less than 400mA, plug the red test lead to +V .

Ω .

mA jack. Do NOT measure current greater than 10A.

6.

Connect the red test lead to the connection point on the broken circuit.

7.

Power the circuit and read the results.

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Note:

• The +V.

Ω .mA jack is is fuse-protected. If the meter cannot measure in 40/400mA ranges, check and replace the fuse.

• If the current’s polarity is negative, – appears before the value.

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Measuring Resistance

1.

Disconnect power from the circuit and discharge all capacitors.

2.

Rotate the function dial to Ω .

3.

Repeatedly press SELECT to select Ω , K Ω , or M Ω .

4.

Connect the black test lead to one component lead.

5.

Connect the red test lead to the other component lead, or remove one component lead from its circuit and touch the test leads across the component.

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Note :

• If no resistance is connected across the test leads (meaning resistance is infinite), or the value under testing exceeds the range you set, O.F

appears. This is normal.

• If you are measuring resistance of about 1M Ω or more, the display might take a few seconds to stabilize. This is normal.

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Checking Continuity

You can check for shorted or open electrical circuits.

1.

Disconnect power from the circuit and discharge all capacitors.

2.

Rotate the function dial to Ω .

3.

Repeatedly press SELECT until appears.

4.

Connect the black test lead to one end of the circuit and the red lead to the other end.

• Open appears if the circuit resistance is greater than about 50 ±10 ohms (meaning the circuit is not shorted).

• Shrt appears and the buzzer sounds if the circuit resistance is less than about 50 ±10 ohms (meaning the circuit has low ohmage or is shorted).

Checking Diodes

You can check diodes, transistors, and other semiconductors for opens, shorts, and normal operation. You can also determine the forward voltage and polarity for diodes and check diode polarity when positive (+) and negative (–) sides are not marked.

1.

Disconnect power from the circuit and discharge all capacitors.

2.

Rotate the function dial to Ω .

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3.

Press SELECT until appears.

4.

Connect the black test lead to the cathode or a component pin.

5.

Connect the red test lead to the anode or the other component pin, or remove one of the leads of the component from its circuit and touch the test leads across the component. Then note the first reading.

6.

Reverse the test leads and note the second reading.

• If one reading shows a value and the other is overrange ( .OF

appears), the device is good.

• If OF appears during both readings, the device is open.

• If both values are very small or zero, the device is shorted.

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Note:

• The values for most semiconductors may vary depending on the temperature.

• The values that appear during a diode check show the actual forward voltage (max.

3.0V). If the voltage exceeds 3.0V, O.F

appears. This means the diode check cannot be made using this meter.

• Check diode polarity: Connect the test leads to the two ends of the diode. Measure and note the voltage. Then, reverse the test leads. The side of the diode where the meter shows a higher voltage using the red test lead is the anode (+) side. The side of the diode where the meter shows OF using the red test lead is the cathode (–) side.

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Checking Batteries

The meter can accurately check the following batteries under designated load conditions:

• 1.5V C

• 1.5V D

• 1.5V AA

• 1.5V AAA

• 9V batteries.

1.

Rotate the function dial to your desired setting.

2.

Connect the black test lead to the battery’s negative (–) terminal

3.

Connect the red test lead to the battery’s positive (+) terminal.

• If you connect the test leads in reverse polarity, – appears on the left side of the display.

Use this table to determine the battery’s charge.

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Battery

AAA/AA/C/D

9V

Range

< 0.010 volts

< 0.10 volts

< 1 volt

< 6 volts

1 – 1.1 volts

6 - 6.6 volts

1.1 – 1.5 volts

6.6 - 9 volts

> 1.5 volts

> 9 volts

> 2 volts

> 11 volts

Display

No value appears.

Voltage and Bad appear.

Voltage and Good appear.

.OF

appears

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Action

Replace the battery.

The battery is good.

The battery is full.

Additional Information

Replacing the Fuse

If the meter does not operate or “ FUSE Bad ” appears on the display, you might need to replace the fuse. Use the supplied spare fuse or a 5 × 20mm, 500mA, 250V Cooper

Bussmann S501 series fuse or equivalent sand filled ceramic fuse.

1.

Turn off the meter and disconnect the test leads.

2.

Use a Phillips screwdriver to open the back cover of the meter.

Fuse

Installed

3.

Gently pull the red ribbon wrapped around the fuse to pop it out.

Spare Fuse

4.

If the fuse is blown, discard it and save the red ribbon. Place the supplied spare fuse into the ribbon, and insert the fuse into the fuse holder.

5.

Replace the back cover.

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Note : Do not use a fuse brand or rating other than the one specified here. Doing so might damage your meter.

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Auto Power Off

Your meter conserves power by automatically turning off about 30 minutes after the last time you changed a setting (even if you are taking measurements). The meter short beeps several times and long beeps once about 1 minute, then turns off. Press any button or select another function to turn it on.

To set the meter so that it does not turn off automatically, press and hold HOLD and

SELECT at the same time, as you turn on the meter. PLoc appears. When you release HOLD and SELECT . PLoc disappears and

PWR

Lock

appears.

To reactivate the meter’s automatic power saving function, turn off the meter then turn it on.

PWR

Lock

disappears.

Testing the Display

To test the meter’s display, hold down any button while turning on the meter. All segments appear on the display. Release the button to end the test.

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Specifications

DC VOLTS (Maximum Measurement: 600V)

400mV ....................................................................................................

± 0.5% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

4V – 40V – 400V .....................................................................................

± 0.8% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

600V .......................................................................................................

± 1.0% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

AC VOLTS (600 V RMS Maximum at 50/60Hz, Average responds, RMS calibrated, DC Coupled)

400mV, 40V – 400V – 600V ....................................................................

± 1.2% of Reading, ±5 in Last Digit

4V ...........................................................................................................

± 0.8% of Reading, ±5 in Last Digit

DC CURRENT (Maximum Measurement: 10A)

40mA – 400mA ......................................................................................

± 1.2% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

4A – 10A ................................................................................................

± 1.5% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

AC CURRENT (Average responds, RMS calibrated, 10A maximum, DC coupled)

40mA – 400mA ......................................................................................

± 1.5% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

4A – 10A ................................................................................................

± 2.0% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

RESISTANCE

400 Ω – 4k – 40 k Ω – 400 k Ω – 4.0M

Ω ................................................

± 1.2% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

40 MΩ ...............................................................................................

± 2.0% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

BATTERY TEST

1,5V C/D/AA (150mA ± 10% load current); 1.5V AAA (50mA ±10% load current); 9V Battery (10mA ± 10% load current) ..........................................................................................

± 5.0% of Reading, ±4 in Last Digit

DIODE MODE

Open Circuit Voltage ......................................................................................................................

< 3.0V DC

Test Current ............................................................................................................................

0.8 mA (Typical)

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CONTINUITY BEEPER

Continuity (short) ...........................................................................................................................

<50 ±10 Ω

Open ...............................................................................................................................................

>50 ±10 Ω

Open Circuit ....................................................................................................................................

<1.6 Volts

Short Circuit Current .........................................................................................................................

<1.0 mA

GENERAL

Maximum Common Mode Voltage ..........................................................................................

600V DC/AC

Range Up Detect Value .........................................................................................

Overflow (>4000 Counts)

Range Down Detect Value ...........................................................................................................

380 Counts

Power Source .....................................................................................................................

3 × AAA batteries

Operating Temperature ...................................................................................

32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Storage Temperature ......................................................................................

-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)

Humidity ...........................................................................................................................................................

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Maximum Relative Humidity 80% for temperatures up to 87.8°F (31°C), decreasing linearity to 50% relative humidity at 104°F (40°C)

Pollution Degree ............................................................................................................................................ 2

Altitude ..................................................................................................................

up to 6561.6 feet (2000m)

Dimensions (H×W×D) ......................................................................

5 9 /

10

× 2 9 /

10

×1 ½ In. (150 × 74 ×38mm)

Weight ............................................................................................................................

Approx. 6 oz (170 g)

Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice. Actual product may vary from the images found in this document.

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FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult your local RadioShack store or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your equipment. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Limited Warranty

RadioShack warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use by the original purchaser for ninety (90) days after the date of purchase from a RadioShack-owned store or an authorized

RadioShack franchisee or dealer. RADIOSHACK MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES.

This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to abuse, misuse, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, accident, Acts of God (such as floods or lightning), or excess voltage or current; (b) improper or incorrectly performed repairs by persons who are not a RadioShack

Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) ordinary wear and tear or cosmetic

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damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service, adjustment or reinstallation; and (g) claims by persons other than the original purchaser.

Should a problem occur that is covered by this warranty, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store in the U.S. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law (a) replace the product with the same or a comparable product, or (b) refund the purchase price.

All replaced products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack.

RADIOSHACK EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS NOT STATED IN THIS LIMITED

WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED

WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND, IF APPLICABLE, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL EXPIRE ON THE EXPIRATION OF THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD.

EXCEPT AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, RADIOSHACK SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO THE

PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY,

LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR

ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES

RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE AND ANY LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT AND

ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RADIOSHACK HAS BEEN

ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. You may contact

RadioShack at:

RadioShack Customer Relations

300 RadioShack Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76102 02/14

www.RadioShack.com

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