Owon OW18 Series User manual

OW18 Series Digital Multimeters
User Manual
OW18A
OW18B
OW18D
OW18E
www.owon.com.cn

Nov 2019 edition V1.1.0
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No. 19, Heming Road
Lantian Industrial Zone, Zhangzhou 363005 P.R. China
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General Warranty
OWON warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase of the product by the original purchaser
from the OWON Company. This warranty only applies to the original purchaser and is not
transferable to the third party, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries or to any
product which has been misused, altered, neglected or damaged by accident or
abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
If the product proves defective during the warranty period, OWON either will repair the
defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a replacement in
exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and replacement products used by
OWON for warranty work may be new or reconditioned like new performance. All
replaced parts, modules and products become the property of OWON.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, Customer must notify OWON of the defect
before the expiration of the warranty period. Customer shall be responsible for
packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center designated by OWON,
and with a copy of customer proof of purchase.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper use or
improper or inadequate maintenance and care. OWON shall not be obligated to furnish
service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from attempts by personnel
other than OWON representatives to install, repair or service the product; b) to repair
damage resulting from improper use or connection to incompatible equipment; c) to
repair any damage or malfunction caused by the use of non-OWON supplies; or d) to
service a product that has been modified or integrated with other products when the
effect of such modification or integration increases the time or difficulty of servicing the
product.
Please contact the nearest OWON's Sales and Service Offices for services.
For better after-sales service, please visit www.owon.com.cn and register the purchased
product online.
Excepting the after-sales services provided in this summary or the applicable warranty statements,
OWON will not offer any guarantee for maintenance definitely declared or hinted, including but not
limited to the implied guarantee for marketability and special-purpose acceptability. OWON should
not take any responsibilities for any indirect, special or consequent damages.

Table of Contents
1.Safety Information ....................................................................................................1
Safety Considerations ......................................................................................................... 1
Measurement Category....................................................................................................... 3
Safety Terms and Symbols................................................................................................... 4
2.Quick Start................................................................................................................5
General Inspection.............................................................................................................. 5
Install the Batteries............................................................................................................. 5
Adjusting the Tilt Stand....................................................................................................... 6
Power On ........................................................................................................................... 6
Sleep Mode ........................................................................................................................ 6
LCD Backlight and Flashlight ................................................................................................ 6
Selecting the Range............................................................................................................. 7
Multimeter in Brief ............................................................................................................. 7
Front panel ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Rotary switch............................................................................................................................................ 8
Keypad...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Display screen........................................................................................................................................... 9
Input terminals....................................................................................................................................... 11
3.Making Measurements ............................................................................................12
Measuring AC or DC Voltage...............................................................................................12
Measuring Resistance ........................................................................................................12
Testing for Continuity.........................................................................................................13
Testing Diodes ...................................................................................................................13
Measuring Capacitance ......................................................................................................13
Measuring Frequency.........................................................................................................14
Measuring Temperature.....................................................................................................14
Non-Contact Voltage Detect (NCV) .....................................................................................14
Measuring Transistor — Only for specific models................................................................15
Measuring DC or AC Current...............................................................................................15
4.Multimeter Features................................................................................................16
Data Hold Mode.................................................................................................................16
Making Relative Measurements .........................................................................................16
Buzzer Feature...................................................................................................................16
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5.To Connect with Mobile Device – Only for OW18B/OW18E ......................................17
Android App ......................................................................................................................18
How to Connect with Android Device .................................................................................................... 18
User Interface in Android App................................................................................................................ 19
Operations in Android App..................................................................................................................... 20
Multimeter Offline Record (Android)..................................................................................................... 22
iOS App .............................................................................................................................23
How to Connect with iOS Device............................................................................................................ 23
User Interface in iOS App ....................................................................................................................... 25
Operations in iOS App ............................................................................................................................ 27
Multimeter Offline Record (iOS) ............................................................................................................ 28
6.To Connect with Computer – Only for OW18B/OW18E.............................................31
How to Connect with Computer ............................................................................................................ 31
Step 1: Install multimeterBLE software................................................................................................................31
Step 2: Install driver of Bluetooth USB adapter ...................................................................................................31
Step 3: Connect to multimeterBLE software........................................................................................................37
User Interface in MultimeterBLE Software ............................................................................................ 39
Operations in MultimeterBLE Software ................................................................................................. 40
Multimeter Offline Record (PC Software) .............................................................................................. 40
7.Technical Specifications ..........................................................................................43
8.Appendix.................................................................................................................47
Appendix A: Enclosure .......................................................................................................47
Appendix B: General Care and Cleaning ..............................................................................47
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1.Safety Information
1. Safety Information
Safety Considerations
Before any operations, please read the following safety precautions to avoid any
possible bodily injury and prevent damage to this product or any other products
connected. To avoid any contingent danger, use this product only as specified.
EC Declaration of Conformity:
Meets intent of Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility.
Limit operation to the specified measurement category, voltage, or amperage ratings.
Do not use the multimeter if it is damaged. Before you use the multimeter, inspect
the case. Look for cracks or missing plastic. Pay particular attention to the insulation
surrounding the connectors.
Do not use the test leads provided for other products. Use only the certified test
leads specified for this product.
Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal.
Before use, verify the multimeter's operation by measuring a known voltage.
Only the qualified technicians can implement the maintenance.
Always use the specified battery type. The power for the multimeter is supplied with
a battery. Observe the correct polarity markings before you insert the batteries to
ensure proper insertion of the batteries in the multimeter.
Check all Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, check all ratings and
markers of this product. Refer to the user's manual for more information about
ratings before connecting to the multimeter.
Do not operate the multimeter with the cover or portions of the cover removed or
loosened.
Use Proper Fuse. Use only the specified type and rating fuse for the multimeter.
Do not operate if in any doubt. If you suspect damage occurs to the multimeter,
have it inspected by qualified service personnel before further operations.
To avoid electric shock, do not operate this product in wet or damp conditions.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
Do not apply more than the rated voltage (as marked on the multimeter) between
terminals, or between terminal and earth ground.
When measuring current, turn off the circuit power before connecting the
multimeter in the circuit. Remember to place the multimeter in series with the
circuit.
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1.Safety Information
When servicing the multimeter, use only the specified replacement parts.
Use caution when working above 60 V DC, 30 V AC RMS, or 42.4 V peak. Such
voltages pose a shock hazard.
When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the test
leads.
Remove the test leads from the multimeter before you open the battery cover.
To avoid false readings, which may lead to possible electric shock or personal injury,
replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator appears and flashes.
Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing
resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance.
Use the proper terminals, function, and range for your measurements.When the
range of the value to be measured is unknown, set the rotary switch position as the
highest range, or choose the auto ranging mode. To avoid damages to the multimeter,
do not exceed the maximum limits of the input values shown in the technical
specification tables.
Connect the common test lead before you connect the live test lead. When you
disconnect the leads, disconnect the live test lead first.
Before changing functions, disconnect the test leads from the circuit under test.
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1.Safety Information
Measurement Category
The multimeter has a safety rating of 1000 V, CAT III and 600 V, CAT IV.
Measurement category definition
Measurement CAT I applies to measurements performed on circuits not directly
connected to the AC mains. Examples are measurements on circuits not derived from the
AC mains and specially protected (internal) mains- derived circuits.
Measurement CAT II applies to protect against transients from energy-consuming
equipment supplied from the fixed installation, such as TVs, PCs, portable tools, and
other household circuits.
Measurement CAT III applies to protect against transients in equipment in fixed
equipment installations, such as distribution panels, feeders and short branch circuits,
and lighting systems in large buildings.
Measurement CAT IV applies to measurements performed at the source of the low-
voltage installation. Examples are electricity meters and measurements on primary over
current protection devices and ripple control units.
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1.Safety Information
Safety Terms and Symbols
Safety Terms
Terms in this Manual. The following terms may appear in this manual:
Warning: Warning indicates the conditions or practices that could result in
personal injury or death.
Caution: Caution indicates the conditions or practices that could result in
damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product. The following terms may appear on this product:
Danger: It indicates an injury or hazard may immediately happen.
Warning: It indicates an injury or hazard may be accessible potentially.
Caution: It indicates a potential damage to the instrument or other property might occur.
Safety Symbols
Symbols on the Product. The following symbol may appear on the product:
Direct current (DC) Fuse
Alternating current (AC)
Caution, risk of danger (refer to this
manual for specific Warning or
Caution information)
Both direct and alternating
current
Category II overvoltage protection
Ground terminal Category III overvoltage protection
Conforms to European Union
directives
Category IV overvoltage protection
Equipment protected throughout
by double insulation or
reinforced insulation
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2.Quick Start
2. Quick Start
General Inspection
After you get a new multimeter, make a check on the instrument according to the
following steps:
1. Check whether there is any damage caused by transportation.
If it is found that the packaging carton or the foamed plastic protection cushion has
suffered serious damage, do not throw it away first till the complete device and its
accessories succeed in the electrical and mechanical property tests.
2. Check the Accessories
The supplied accessories have been already described in the Appendix A: Enclosure
of this Manual. You can check whether there is any loss of accessories with reference
to this description. If it is found that there is any accessory lost or damaged, please
get in touch with the distributor of OWON responsible for this service or the
OWON's local offices.
3. Check the Complete Instrument
If it is found that there is damage to the appearance of the instrument, or the
instrument can not work normally, or fails in the performance test, please get in
touch with the OWON's distributor responsible for this business or the OWON's local
offices. If there is damage to the instrument caused by the transportation, please
keep the package. With the transportation department or the OWON's distributor
responsible for this business informed about it, a repairing or replacement of the
instrument will be arranged by the OWON.
Install the Batteries
The multimeter is powered by a 9V (6F22) battery.
Warning: To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock
or personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the low battery
indicator appears.
Before replacing the battery, turn off the meter,
disconnect test
leads and any connectors from any c
ircuit under test, remove test
leads from the input terminals. Use only the specified battery type.
Use the following procedure to install the batteries.
(1) Ensure that the rotary switch is at the position. Remove test leads and any
connectors from the input terminals.
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