How To Use Multimeter To Read Voltage

We have started video tutorial series on how to use multimeter in our channel being engineers and in this video we will show you how to safely measure ac voltages using multimeter.

How to use multimeter to read voltage. You will get an introductory video of this multimeter whose link is given in the description of this video. Connect the multimeter in parallel. Connect the multimeter in series. Follow these steps to measure voltage with your multimeter. And plug the read prob positive into v marked socket on the meter as shown below.

The voltage is printed on some devices and included in the user manual on others. Plug the probe leads into multimeter specific ports. If you want to use a multimeter to check for ac or dc voltages adjust the selector switch to the highest range provided for ac volts. Measure the voltage across the resistor. Mags how to videos how to use a multimeter for beginners in this video i will help teach you how use a multimeter to test volts ac dc amps and ohms.

Plug the black probe ground or negative lead in com socket. Finally measure the voltage across the led. If it s in your car or in a battery powered device it s probably dc. See the following figure. Read the value on the display.

Now it is time to make some voltage measurements or testing with the multimeter. To measure voltage you have to connect your multimeter in parallel with the component you want to measure the voltage. Select a high range on the dial for the test. Choose a range according to the regular voltage of the device you wish to test. How to use and read a multimeter to measure voltage.

Milli meters are designed to cater to three different parameters thus measuring voltage set the selection knob to voltage mode. By starting high and working downwards you will avoid damaging the meter by exposing it to a greater voltage than expected. Identify whether the voltage you re measuring is ac or dc. Connect the com probe to the other side of your component. If you are measuring voltage in your home it s probably ac.