Multimeter

What is it? A multimeter can be a hand-held device useful for basic fault finding and field service work, or a bench instrument which can measure to a very high degree of accuracy. They can be used to troubleshoot electrical problems in a wide array of industrial and household devices such as electronic equipment, motor controls, domestic appliances, power supplies, and wiring systems.

What is it used for? Multimeters are instruments used to test, measure and monitor electrical devices, such as circuits, electrical components or wall outlets. The two types of multimeter are analog and digital, with digital being the most common due to accuracy and ease of use. Analog ones have displays that use moving needles, while digital ones have digital readouts.

How is it used? Before moving on to understand how to use multimeter, familiarity with the instrument is of utmost importance. So, before going for the details of how to use a multimeter, give a look at all the knobs, start buttons, sockets, etc. and try to understand if you know the functions and uses of these ports/sockets.

What are the main setting these are the 4 main settings