User`s guide

Making Measurements 2
Measuring DC Voltage
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Measuring DC Voltage
Set up your multimeter to measure DC voltage as shown in
Figure 2- 5. Probe the test points, and read the display.
Figure 2-4 DC voltage display
Table 2- 3 Rotary switch positions allowing DC voltage measurements
Legend Default function Function when is pressed
DC V
Cycles between
• AC V,
• AC+DC V, or
• DC V
DC mV
Cycles between
• AC mV,
• AC+DC mV, or
• DC mV
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NOTE
This multimeter displays DC voltage values as well as their polarity.
Negative DC voltages will return a negative sign on the left of the display.