Using The Autorange And Manual Range Modes - Fluke 10 User Manual

Using the Autorange and Manual Range Modes

The range for each function determines the highest value the meter can measure. If
the range is too low, the meter displays OL (overload) and beeps. If the range is too
high, the display shows fewer digits of resolution.
The meter has an autorange and manual range mode. In autorange, the meter selects
the range automatically. The meter defaults to autorange when you turn it on. In
manual range, you lock the meter in a range.
To manually select a range:
Press [Z] RANGE to lock the meter in the present range. Z is displayed.
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2. Press [Z] RANGE to step through the ranges. NOTE: The 4000 mV range, which
can only be entered in manual range, is convenient when using accessories.
To return to autorange, press [Z] RANGE for 2 seconds (until Z is no longer
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displayed), or change the measurement function.
Using the Autorange and Manual Range Modes
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