Resistance

DIGITAL MULTIMETER Range Accuracy Resolution

OPERATION MANUAL 200Ω ±0.8% of rdg ± 3d 0.1Ω
MODEL: MY-64 2kΩ
20kΩ
1Ω
10Ω
±0.8% of rdg ± 2d
200kΩ 100Ω
1. INTRODUCTION 2MΩ 1kΩ
This instrument is compact, rugged, battery operated, handheld 3 1/2 20MΩ ±1% of rdg ± 5d 10kΩ
digit digital multimeter for measuring DC and AC voltage, DC and AC 200MΩ ±[5% of (rdg -1MΩ) +10d] 10kΩ
current, resistance and diode, capacitance, transistor, continuity test, On 200MΩ range, if short the two test leads, display reading is 10
temperature and frequency. digits should be subtracted from measurement results.
The dual–slope A-D converter uses C-MOS technology for
auto-zeroing, polarity selection and over-range indication. Full Capacitance
overload protection is provided. It is an ideal instrument for use in the Range Accuracy Resolution
field, laboratory, workshop, hobby and home applications. 2nF 1pF
20nF 10pF
2. FEATURES 200nF ±(3% of rdg + 5d) 100pF
* Push-button ON-OFF power switch. 2µF 1nF
* Single 30 position easy to use rotary switch for function and range 20µF 10nF
selection.
* High sensitivity of 100µV. Temperature
* Automatic over range indication with the “1” displayed. Range Accuracy Resolution
* Automatic polarity indication on DC range. -50~400℃ ±(1.2% of rdg + 4d) 1℃
* All ranges fully protected. ℃
400~1000℃ ±(1.9% of rdg + 15d) 1℃
* Resistance measurements 0.1Ω to 200MΩ.
* Using K type thermocouple probe.
* Capacitance measurements 1pF to 20µF.
* Diode testing with 1mA fixed current.
Frequency Test
* Transistor hFE test with Ib≈100µA.
* Temperature measurement with or without K type thermocouple. Range Accuracy Resolution
20kHz ±(2% of rdg + 5d) 10Hz
3. SPECIFICATIONS Overload protection: AC 220V rms.
Accuracies are ± (% reading + No. of digits)
Operating environment: 23±5℃, less than 75% R.H. 4. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
DC Voltage Maximum display: 1999 counts (3 1/2 digits) with automatic polarity
indication and eng. unit.
Range Accuracy Resolution
Indication method: LCD display.
200mV 100μV
Measuring method: Dual-slope integration A-D converter system.
2V 1mV Overrange indication: “1” or “-1” figure only in the display.
±(0.5% of rdg + 3d)
20V 10mV Maximum common mode voltage: 500V DC/AC rms.
200V 100mV Reading rate: 2~3 reading per sec. (approximate).
1000V ±(0.8% of rdg + 3d) 1V Temperature for guaranteed accuracy: 23±5℃.
Input impedance: 10M ohm on all ranges. Temperature ranges: Operating: 0℃ to 40℃ (32℉ to 104℉)
Overload Protection: 1000V DC or peak AC on all ranges.
Storage: -10℃ to 50℃ (14℉ to 122℉)
AC Voltage Power supply: One 9V battery (NEDA 1604 or 6F22 or equivalent).
Range Accuracy Resolution Low battery indication: to lift of display.
Size: 88 (W) × 170 (D) × 38(H) mm.
2V 1mV
Weight: 340g (including battery)
20V ±(0.8% of rdg + 3d) 10mV
Accessories: Operating manual, set of test leads and thermocouple
200V 100mV
(K type, 300℃)
750V ±(1.2% of rdg + 5d) 1V
Input impedance: 10MΩ on all ranges
5. OPERATION
Frequency range: 40Hz to 400Hz.
1. Check the 9-volt battery by setting the ON-OFF switch to ON. If the
Overload protection: 750V rms or 1000V peak continuous on ac
battery is weak, a sign will appear on the display. It is does not
ranges, except 200mV ac range (15 seconds maximum above 300V
appear on the display, proceed as below. See maintenance if the
rms).
battery has to be replaced.
Indication: Average (rms of sine wave)
2. The mark or sign next to the test lead jacks is for warning that
the input voltage or current should not exceed the indicated values.
DC Current
This is to prevent damage to the internal circuit.
Range Accuracy Resolution 3. The function switch should be set to the range which you want to
20mA ±(0.8% of rdg + 2d) 10μA test before operation.
200mA ±(1.2% of rdg + 2d) 100μA 4. If the voltage or current range is not known beforehand set the
20A ±(2% of rdg + 5d) 10mA function switch to a high range and work down.
Overload protection: 0.2A/250V fuse. (20A range not fused) 5. When only the figure “1” is displayed, over-range is being indicated
Maximum input current: 20A, 15 sec. max. and the function switch must be set to a higher range.

AC Current 5.1) DC Voltage Measurement

Range Accuracy Resolution 1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the COM jack and the RED test
20mA ±(1% of rdg + 3d) 10μA lead to the V/Ω jack.
200mA ±(1.8% of rdg + 3d) 100μA 2. Set the FUNCTION switch to the “V ” range to be used and
20A ±(3% of rdg + 7d) 10mA connect the test leads across the source or load under
Overload protection: 0.2A/250V fuse. (20A range not fused.) measurement.
Frequency range: 40Hz to 400Hz. The polarity of the RED lead connection will be indicated at the
Maximum input current: 20A, 15 sec. max. same time as the voltage.
Indication: Average (rms of sine wave) NOTE:
 Do not apply more than 1000V to the input, Indication is ridden by true value.
possible at higher voltages but there is danger of damaging the 2. Connect the test capacitor to the input socket (not test leads)
internal circuit. nothing the polarity connections when required.
NOTE:
5.2 AC Voltage Measurement 1. When test individual capacitors, insert the leads into the two
1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the COM jack and the RED test sockets, with “+” (upper socket), “-” (lower socket), at the left
lead to V/Ω jack. panel. (Capacitors should be discharged before being inserted
2. Set the FUNCTION switch to the “V ” range to be used and into the test jack).
connect the test leads across the source or load under 2. When testing polarized capacitors, for example, the tantalum
measurement. type, particular attention must be paid to the polarity
NOTE: connections. This is to prevent possible damage to the
Do not apply more than 750V rms to the input, indication is capacitor.
possible at higher voltages but there is danger of damaging the When testing large capacitances, note that there will be a
internal circuit. certain time lag before the final indication.
Do not connect an external voltage or a charged capacitor
5.3) DC Current Measurement (especially larger capacitors) to the measuring terminals.
1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the COM jack and the RED test
lead to the mA jack for a maximum of 200mA. 5.7 ) Diode Measurement and Continuity Test
For a maximum of 20A jack, move the red test lead to the 20A jack. 1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the COM jack and the RED test
2. Set the FUNCTION switch to the “A ” range to be used and lead to the V/Ω jack. (NOTE: The polarity of the RED test lead is
connect the test leads in series with the load under measurement. “+”).
The polarity at the RED test lead connection will be indicated at 2. Set the FUNCTION switch to the or range and connect
the same time as the current. the test leads across the diode under measurement, display
NOTE: shows the approx forward voltage of the diode.
The maximum input current is 200mA or 20A depending on 3. Connect the test leads to two points of circuit, if the resistance is
the jack used. Excessive current will blow the fuse which must be lower than approx 30Ω buzzer sounds.
replaced. The 20A range is not protected by a fuse. The fuse rating
should be 200mA. And no more to prevent damage to the internal 5.8) Transistor hFE Test
circuit. 1. Set the FUNCTION switch to hFE range.
The maximum terminal voltage drop is 200mV. 2. Determine whether the transistor is NPN or PNP and locate the
Emitter, Base and Collector leads. Insert the leads into the proper
5.4) AC Current Measurement holes in the socket on the front panel.
1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the COM jack and the RED test 3. The display will read the approximate hFE value at the test
lead to the mA jack for a maximum of 200mA. condition base. Current 10µA, Vce 2.8V.
For a maximum of 200mA, move the red test lead to the 20A jack.
2. Set the FUNCTION switch to the “A ” range to be used and 5.9) Temperature Measurement
connect the test lead in series with the load under measurement. 1. Measure temperature with K type thermocouple: Set the function
NOTE: switch to the ℃ range and insert the K type thermocouple plug into
The maximum input current is 200mA or 20A depending K probe socket.
upon the jack used. Excessive current will below the fuse which 2. Measure ambient temperature without probe: On the same ℃
must be replaced. The 20A range is not protected by a fuse. The range, display reading is the ambient temperature in ℃.
fuse rating should be 200mA and no more to prevent damage to
the internal circuit. 5.10) Frequency Test
The maximum terminal voltage drop is 200mV. 1. Connect test leads or shield cable to COM and V/Ω jack.
2. Set the FUNCTION switch to HZ range, and connect test leads
5.5) Resistance Measurement or cable across the source or load under measurement.
1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the COM jack and the RED NOTE:
test lead to the V/Ω jack (Note: The polarity of the RED test lead 1. Do not apply more than 220V rms to the input, indication
is “+”) is possible at voltage higher than 10V rms, but readings may
2. Set the FUNCTION switch to the “Ω” range to be used and be out of specification.
connect the test leads across the resistance under 2. In noisy environment, it is preferable to use shield cable for
measurement. measuring small signal.
NOTE:
1. If the resistance value being measured exceeds the maximum 5.11) Auto Power-off (optional function) min
value of the range selected an over-range indication will be Automatic Power-off extends the life the battery by turning the
displayed (“1”) select a higher range. For resistance of meter off, if no rotary function switch is operated for about 15 minutes.
approximately 1MΩ and above, the meter may take a few The meter turns back on if either the rotary switch is turned or the
seconds to become stable. This is normal for high resistance power switch is pressed again.
readings.
2. When the input is not connected, i.e. at open circuit, the figure 6. MAINTENANCE
“1” will be displayed for the over-range condition. Battery and/or fuse replacement should only be done after the
3. When checking in-circuit resistance, be sure the circuit under test leads have been disconnected and power off.
test has all power removed and that all capacitors are fully 6.1) 9-volt Battery Replacement
discharged. Note the condition of the 9-volt battery using the procedure
4. 200MΩ range open circuit voltage is 3V, display reading is 10 described above, if the battery needs to be replaced, open the back
digits when test leads short, this is normal, when measure cover remove the spent battery and replace it with the battery of the
10MΩ resistor (on 200MΩ range). Display reading is 20, same type.
measure 100MΩ (on 200MΩ range) display reading is 110.
The 10 digits is a constant and should be subtracted from the 6.2) Fuse Replacement
reading. If the fuse needs replacement, use only 200mA/250V fuse
identical in physical size to the original.
5.6) Capacitances Measurements
1. Before connecting the test capacitor, note the display which may
have readings. Other than zero each time the range is changed.
This offset reading will not affect the accuracy for it can be over