Plusivo DM401B User manual

Mastering The Art of
Measurement
User Guide for the Plusivo
DM401B Multimeter
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Table of Contents
Introduction 3
1. Overview 3
2. Parts 4
2.1 Display 5
2.2 Function keys description 6
3 Reference Table 7
3.1 Table of SI Units 7
3.2 Table of Prefixes 7
4. Technical Specifications 8
4.1 Accuracy Specifications 8
4.2 DC Voltage 8
4.3 AC Voltage 8
4.4 AC/DC Current 8
4.5 Resistance 9
4.6 Capacitance 9
4.7 Frequency/Duty 9
4.8 Diode/Continuity 10
4.9 Temperature 10
5. Instrument Operation 10
5.1 Power On/Off 10
5.2 Gear Selection 10
5.3 Data Hold 10
5.4 Flashlight 10
5.5 Backlight 10
5.6 Blown-Fuse Indicator 11
5.7 Input Jack Indicator 11
5.8 Automatic Current Identification 11
5.9 Automatic Shutdown 11
6. Measurement Operation 11
6.1 Smart (AUTO) Measurement 11
7. Professional Measurement 12
7.1 AC/DC Voltage Measurement 12
7.2 Resistance Measurement 13
7.3 Continuity Measurement 14
7.4 Frequency/Duty Measurement 15
7.5 Capacitance Measurement 16
7.6 Diode Test 17
7.7 Temperature Measurement 18
7.8 Non-contact AC voltage (NCV) Detection 19
7.9 Live Wire Detecting 20
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7.10 AC/DC Current Measurement 21
8. Basic Concepts 22
8.1 Ohm's Law 22
8.1.1 Example 22
8.2 Joule's Law for Electrical Power 25
8.2.1 Example 25
8.3 Kirchhoff's Law 27
8.3.1 Kirchhoff's Current Law 27
8.3.2 Kirchhoff's Voltage Law 28
8.3.3 Example 28
8.4 Shunt Resistor 32
8.4.1 Example 33
8.5 Choosing the Right Resistor for an LED 35
8.5.1 Example 36
8.6 Measuring Internal Resistance of a Battery 39
8.6.1 Example 40
8.7 Testing Some Components Using Multimeter 41
8.7.1 Potentiometer Test 41
8.7.2 BJT Transistor Test 43
Safety Specifications and Instructions
The meter conforms to IEC61010-1 (CAT.) III 600 V overvoltage safety standard and pollution level 2.
operation that may cause damage to equipment
operation that may cause damage to users
Before using the meter, please read the printed manual carefully (the printed one that comes with the
multimeter kit) and pay particular attention to the safety information to avoid possible electric shock or
personal injury.
In general, if something unusual happens or if you suspect that something is wrong or has
malfunctioned, do not do anything with the product and immediately contact the seller for assistance
(email address: of[email protected])
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Introduction
In this guide, you are going to learn how to measure DC voltage and AC voltage, AC and DC
current, resistance, diodes, frequency/duty, capacitance, temperature and continuity test using DM401B
6000 Counts T-RMS Smart Digital Multimeter. You are also going to learn how to use the Non Contact
AC voltage test and the live wire test. We are going to study some basic concepts like Ohm's Law and
Kirchhoff's Law. Please note that product color may slightly vary due to photographic lighting sources or
your monitor settings.
1. Overview
This meter is a true RMS smart digital multimeter. It has an intelligent and professional
measurement function. Full function, with gear display, analog bar with multiple displays. This smart
digital multimeter can be used to measure DC voltage and AC voltage, AC and DC current, resistance,
diodes, frequency/duty, capacitance, temperature and do continuity tests. It can also be used as a Non
Contact AC Voltage tester and has live wire test functions. The large display and function layout show
clearer and better user experience. It is the best choice for professional electricians, enthusiasts and
families.
Please take the time and read the printed operating instructions manual that is inside the
kit before use and pay attention to the safety information and retain them for future reference.
Failure to follow these instructions may lead to serious injury and damage to property.
In general, if something unusual happens or if you suspect that something is wrong or has
malfunctioned, do not do anything with the product and immediately contact the seller for assistance
(email address: of[email protected])
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2. Parts
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2.1 Display
AC / DC Voltage measurement
Resistance measurement
Continuity measurement
Diode measurement
Capacitance measurement
Frequency measurement
Temperature measurement
AC / DC Current measurement
Non Contact Voltage Test
Live Wire Test
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Alternating current measurement
Direct current measurement
Blown-fuse indicator
Negative input polarity
Low battery indicator
Auto measurement activated
Hold function activated
Auto power offindicator
mV, V
Voltage unit
μA, mA, A
Current unit
Ω, kΩ, MΩ
Resistance unit
kHz
Frequency unit
mF, nF, μF
Capacitance unit
,
Temperature measurement (Celsius, Fahrenheit)
2.2 Function keys description
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FUNC
Function Key to switch between measurements
SMART
Function for Smart (auto) measurement
Select key / Flashlight function
Power button
Hold Function for data or reading retention
3. Reference Table
3.1 Table of SI units
Quantity
SI Unit
Abbreviation
Voltage
Volts
V
Current
Ampere
A
Power
Watt
W
Energy
Joule
J
Electric charge
Coulomb
C
Resistance
Ohm
Ω
Capacitance
Farad
F
Inductance
Henry
H
Frequency
Hertz
Hz
3.2 Table of prefixes
Prefix
Power
Numeric Representation
Tera (T)
1012
1 trillion
Giga (G)
109
1 billion
Mega (M)
106
1 million
Kilo (k)
103
1 thousand
No prefix
100
1 unit
Milli (m)
10−3
1 thousandth
Micro (μ)
10−6
1 millionth
Nano (n)
10−9
1 billionth
Pico (p)
10−12
1 trillionth
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4. Technical Specifications
● Using condition: CAT. III 600 V;
Pollution Level 2, Altitude <2000 m;
Working temperature and humidity:
0~40°C (<80% RH, <10°C non-considering);
Storage temperature and humidity:
-10~60°C (<70% RH, remove the battery)
● Temperature coefficient: 0.1 x accuracy / °C (<18°C or >28°C);
● MAX. Voltage between terminals and earth ground: DC/ AC 600 V;
● Fuse protection: F10 A/250 V fuse
● Sampling rate: approx. 3 times/second
● Display: 6000 counts
● Over range indication: "OL".
● Low battery indication " " will be displayed.
● Input polarity indication: display "-".
● Power requirement: 4 x 1.5 V AAA batteries.
4.1 Accuracy specifications
The accuracy applies within one year after the calibration. Reference condition: ambient temperature
from 18°C to 28°C, relative humidity not more than 80%.
4.2 DC Voltage
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
600 mV
0.1 mV
± (0.5% + 3)
Impedance: approx. 10 MΩ
6 V
0.001 V
60 V
0.01 V
600 V
0.1 V
4.3 AC Voltage
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
6 V
0.001 V
±(0.8% +3)
60 V
0.01 V
600 V
1 V
Impedance: approx. 10 MΩ
Frequency response: 40 Hz~1kHz; TRMS
4.4 AC/DC current
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
600 mA
0.1 μA
±(1.2% +3)
6 A
1μA
10 A
0.01 mA
Overload protection: F10 A/250 V fuse
Frequency response: 40 Hz~1k Hz; TRMS
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4.5 Resistance
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
600 Ω
0.100 Ω
±(1.0% +5)
6 kΩ
0.001 kΩ
60 kΩ
0.010 kΩ
600 kΩ
0.100 kΩ
6 MΩ
0.001 MΩ
60 MΩ
0.010 MΩ
±(1.5% +10)
Overload protection: 250 V
4.6 Capacitance
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
6 nF
0.001 nF
±(4.0% +5)
60 nF
0.01 nF
600 nF
0.1 nF
6 μF
0.001 μF
60 μF
0.01 μF
600 μF
0.1 μF
6 mF
0.001 mF
±(5.0% +5)
60 mF
0.01 mF
Overload protection: 250 V
4.7 Frequency/Duty
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
6 Hz
0.001 Hz
±(1.0% +3)
60 Hz
0.01 Hz
600 Hz
0.1 Hz
6 kHz
0.001 kHz
60 kHz
0.01 kHz
600 kHz
0.1 kHz
6 MHz
0.001 MHz
10 MHz
0.01 MHz
1.0~99.0%
0.1%
±(1.0% +3)
Overload protection: 250 V
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