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Measurement Ranges(1)
A measurement range determines the highest value the
Meter can measure. Most Meter functions have more
than one range. See “Accuracy Specifications.”
A. Selecting a Measurement Range
Being in the right measurement range is important:
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If the range is too low for the input, the Meter displays
OL
to indicate an overload.
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If the range is too high, the Meter will not display the
most accurate measurement.
B. Manual Ranging and Autoranging
The Meter has both manual range and autorange options:
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In the autorange mode, the Meter selects the best
range for input signals.
This allows you to switch test points without having
to reset the range.
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In the manual range mode, you may select the range.
This allows you to override autorange and lock the
Meter in a specific range.
The Meter defaults to the autorange mode in measurement
functions that have more than one range. When the
Meter is in the autorange mode, is displayed.
To enter and exit the manual range mode:
1. Press
RANGE
.
The Meter enters the manual range mode and
turns off.
Each presses of
RANGE
increments the range. When
the highest range is reached, The Meter wraps to the
lowest range.
2.To exit the manual range model, press and hold
RANGE
for over 1 second.
Model UT60F/G: OPERATING MANUAL
