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Quick Facts and Features
This Micronta True RMS Multimeter is a portable 3
ideally suited for field, lab, shop, bench, and home use. It makes true
RMS measurements, a feature you normally find only in the most
expensive test instruments, so AC measurements are as accurate as
possible. Here are some features that make the meter a real pro.
True RMS Operation — gives a more accurate reading for non-sine
wave AC measurements.
Transistor-Check Function — measures the gain (hFE) of small-signal,
bipolar transistors and identifies pin-out and type.
Capacitor-Check Function — measures the capacitance of low-voltage
capacitors.
Frequency Counter — measures frequencies up to 2 MHz.
One-Finger Function Selector — makes it easy to use your meter when
you have only one hand free.
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Micronta 22-175a
Basic Operation Manual
MEASURING HIGH-VOLTAGE CIRCUITS
When using the meter to check a high-voltage circuit, do not try to position
both probes at once. Instead, clamp one probe to a neutral or ground lead of
the circuit (usually a bare, green, or white lead in AC wiring circuits) with
insulated alligator clips. Then, probe for voltages with the other probe. This
helps prevent you from accidentally touching a hot wire, because you need
concentrate on only one test probe.
WARNING: NEVER CLAMP ONTO A HOT WIRE (USUALLY RED,
BLACK, OR BLUE IN AC WIRING CIRCUITS). IF YOU CLAMP
ONTO A HOT WIRE AND TOUCH THE OTHER PROBE, YOU
COULD RECEIVE A SHOCK.
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  • Page 1 Micronta 22-175a Quick Facts and Features This Micronta True RMS Multimeter is a portable 3 -digit meter ideally suited for field, lab, shop, bench, and home use. It makes true Basic Operation Manual RMS measurements, a feature you normally find only in the most expensive test instruments, so AC measurements are as accurate as possible.
  • Page 2: Measuring Dc Voltage

    MEASURING DC VOLTAGE OMPARING OMPONENTS SING AX AND UNCTIONS To determine the range of values amongst a collection of components, WARNING: DO NOT TRY TO MEASURE A VOLTAGE GREATER use the HOLD function in combination with MIN/MAX mode. THAN 1000 VOLTS DC. YOU MIGHT DAMAGE THE METER AND EXPOSE YOURSELF TO A SEVERE SHOCK HAZARD.
  • Page 3 ADVANCED METER FEATURES AC V DC B EASURING AN OLTAGE ON A To measure an AC voltage superimposed on a DC voltage source bias, USING THE MIN/MAX MEMORY FUNCTIONS follow the steps for measuring an AC voltage. Caution: Never try to measure an AC voltage that is riding on a DC The MIN/MAX feature lets you track the high and low values for a voltage level where the peak AC voltage exceeds 1000 V with respect changing measurement.
  • Page 4: Measuring Ac/Dc Current

    MEASURING AC/DC CURRENT MANUALLY SELECTING THE RANGE WARNINGS: DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE DIRECTLY ACROSS The meter automatically selects the best range for most applications. THE 10A, 400mA, or / mA TERMINALS. YOU MUST CONNECT For some situations, you might want to manually set the range. To THE METER IN SERIES WITH THE CIRCUIT.
  • Page 5: Measuring Frequency

    MEASURING FREQUENCY Notes: If you set the meter for DC current, the (–) sign appears or disappears WARNING: IF YOU TRY TO MEASURE THE FREQUENCY OF to indicate the polarity of the measured current. A SIGNAL THAT EXCEEDS 750 VOLTS AC RMS, YOU MIGHT DAMAGE, YOUR METER AND EXPOSE YOURSELF TO A The 400 mA and the 4000 A ranges are fuse-protected.
  • Page 6: Measuring Resistance

    MEASURING RESISTANCE High-voltage junctions in power transistors prevent correct readings. Also, the larger leads of the power transistor can damage the test WARNINGS: NEVER CONNECT THE TEST PROBES TO A socket. Do not try to determine type, pin out, and hFE for power tran- SOURCE OF VOLTAGE WHEN YOU HAVE SELECTED THE sistors with this meter.
  • Page 7: Checking Transistors

    CHECKING TRANSISTORS When you measure resistances greater than 400 K ohms, your skin's resistance can affect the reading. Use the OHMS/DIODE/CAP socket Follow these steps to determine a transistor' s pinout, type, and base gain. to measure loose resistors, if possible. If you must hold the resistor and use the probes, do not touch both probes while you take a measurement.
  • Page 8: Measuring Capacitance

    MEASURING CAPACITANCE CHECKING DIODES Follow these steps to measure capacitance. This function lets you check diodes and other semiconductors for opens and shorts. It also lets you determine the forward voltage for diodes. • Press . nF appears on the display. DIODE You can use this function when you need to match diodes.

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