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User’s Manual For MT8206 ◆ Multimeter with 200K A/D sampling and 4000 counts auto-range ◆ One-button switch to graphical waveform display during measurement ◆ Reliable panel calibration technology , memory calibration coefficients ◆ Displaying historical data and real-time measurement on the same screen ◆...
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Introduction Dear users, Thank you for purchasing the MT8206 Digital Graphical Multimeter. The digital graphical multimeter capable of displaying the waveform is inevitable in the development of the measuring instrument from analog (pointer). I believe that the innovative function combination and user-friendly design of MT8206 Digital Graphical Multimeter will be of great help to your on-site inspection.
Directory SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................1 INSTRUMENT INTRODUCTION..........................4 Features..................................4 Buttons..................................6 Insert plug..................................7 BASIC OPERATION............................... 8 Power on/off................................8 Automatic shut-down..............................8 Battery replacement..............................8 OPERATION OF MULTIMETER..........................9 Enabling the multimeter mode..........................9 Switching measurement functions..........................9 Relative value measurement (REL) mode......................10 Application of relative value measurement (REL) mode..................10 Holding and saving measurement data........................
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AC and DC voltage measuremen..........................15 AC and DC current (mA,10A) measuremen......................17 Frequency/duty cycle measurement........................19 Resistance measurement............................20 Diode/continuity test...............................21 Capacitance measurement............................23 mF (large capacitance) measurement........................24 WAVEFORM DISPLAY OPERATION........................25 Enabling waveform display mode.......................... 25 Buttons and main menu............................25 Automatic measurement of waveform........................28 Holding and saving signal waveform........................
Safety instructions The MT8206 digital graphical multimeter is designed in accordance with the requirements for the over-voltage category of CAT II-1000V and CAT III-600V and level 1 pollution protection in IEC1010-1 safety specification. Check the case before use. Do not use the device with damaged case; check for cracks or missing plastic parts.
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When changing the measurement function, before inserting the probe plug and turning on and off the multimeter, be sure to remove the probe from the test point; Pay attention to the safety Warning signal displayed by the meter. When the measured voltage exceeds DC1000V or AC750V, the buzzer will give long alarm;...
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Safety signs Caution! Danger! When this sign is found near other symbols or jack terminals, the users are prompted to follow the instructions in this manual to prevent instrument damage/personal injury. Caution! Electric shock! The presence of this sign near one or more terminals indicates that these terminals may carry dangerous voltages during use.
Instrument introduction Features ◆ Digital multimeter with 200k high-speed A/D sampling, 4000 counts auto-range, one-button switch of graphical waveform display during measurement ◆ High reliability with panel calibration technology and memory calibration, sparing the need for adjustment with potentiometer ◆ Storing 100 sets of data and 10 waveforms independently ◆...
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◆ Displaying historical data and real-time measurement on the same screen with unique record reading mode for easy comparison ◆ Effectively eliminating lead resistance, distributed capacitance or interference signals with relative value measurement (clearing) ◆ Extending battery life with automatic shutdown function ◆...
Buttons NAME FUNCTIONS 1. Manually/automatically switching range during DMM measurement; DIS/AUTO 2. Switching between multimeter/graphical waveform display mode (Hold down); 3.Automatic capture during waveform measurement 1. Showing relative value measurement during DMM measurement; 2. Paging up when reading stored data/waveform; 3.
Basic Operation Power on/off Turn the knob to the desired measurement position to turn the multimeter on. Turn the knob to the "OFF" position again to turn off the power. • Move the test probe away from the test point before turning the knob (shutdown). Attention! •...
Operation of Multimeter Enabling the m meter mode ulti • Read, understand and follow the safety rules and practices outlined in the following context. Warning! • When changing the measurement functions, be sure to remove the test probe from the test point. Switching measurement functions Rotate the function switch to select the measurement function and the appropriate range.
Relative value measurement (REL) mode The relative value mode is a measurement mode that displays the difference between the measured value and the reference value. Relative value mode is available for most functions of this meter. After pressing the REL button, the measured value currently displayed is saved as a reference value and then the relative value mode is activated.
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then measure the resistance in the method stated. Capacitance range: Turn the range to the capacitance position; insert the test probes and disconnect the two metal probes; observe the reading on the LCD, and press the “REL” button if there is an initial reading; the “▲” symbol appears on the LCD screen.
Holding and saving measurement data The measurement can be held and saved with a single button. When the “HOLD” button is pressed, the reading being displayed will be saved (This function cannot be used when there is no input in the frequency range), and the icon “H00~H99”...
Reading and deleting measurement data Reading measurement data; The database can store 100 DMM measurement data. 1. Hold down the “HOLD” button for more than 2 seconds to enable the database. 2. When reading the data, a window (real-time measurement data window) appears in the lower part of the screen. The data in this window is refreshed.
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Deleting saved data; 1. Press the “DIS” button and hold it for more than 2 seconds. The LCD displays the “Recycle Bin” icon. 2. Press the “HOLD” button to delete the stored data. 3. The data cannot be deleted in a single line or on a single page. Once the data deletion is enabled, all stored data (H00~H99) in the memory will be deleted.
AC and DC voltage measurement Prompt! Pay attention to safety when measuring voltage exceeds “safe voltage” (24V). • To avoid damage to the meter, do not apply 750V AC or 1000V DC voltage to the measuring Warning! terminal for more than 10 seconds. •...
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The menu for voltage measurement: Relative value Holding/reading Manual/automatic Waveform display Function mode data switching function Button HOLD AUTO DIS(Hold down) Display H00~H99 AUTO/--- ▲ a. Press the “REL” button to enable the relative value mode. b. Press the “HOLD” button to enable the data holding; hold down the “DS/HOLD” button to enable the data storage and waveform storage list.
AC and DC current (mA, 10A) measurement • Do not measure voltage with the 10A input; do not measure AC current on circuits with AC 250V or above voltage. Warning! • When using the 10A current range, the measurement time should not exceed 15 seconds every 15 minutes, otherwise the meter and test probes may be damaged.
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The menu for current measurement: Functio Relative value Holding/reading AC/DC Manual/automatic Waveform display mode data conversion switching function Button HOLD SELE AUTO DIS(Hold down) Display H00~H99 AUTO/--- ~ / ▲ a. Press the “REL” button to enable the relative value mode. b.
Frequency/duty cycle measurement Frequency measurement is an extended function of AC voltage measurement. 1. Insert the connecting plug of the black test probe into the negative COM jack and the connecting plug of the red test probe into the positive V jack. 2.
Resistance measurement To avoid electric shock, when performing resistance measurements, first turn off the power to the Warning device under test (Disconnect the battery/unplug the power cord) and discharge the capacitor in the power supply. 1. Insert the connecting plug of the black test probe into the negative COM jack;...
Diode/continuity test Diode test Warning! To avoid electric shock, do not test the diode carrying the voltage. 1. Insert the connecting plug of the black test probe into the negative COM jack; insert the banana plug of the red test probe into the positive resistance Ω...
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Continuity test Warning! To avoid electric shock, do not test the continuity on the line carrying voltage. 1. Insert the connecting plug of the black test probe into the negative COM jack; insert the connecting plug of the red test probe into the positive resistance Ω...
Capacitance measurement To avoid electric shock, do not test the capacitor carrying voltage. Discharge the capacitor shortly Warning! before measuring the large capacitor. 1. Insert the connecting plug of the red test probe into the positive Cap jack and the connecting plug of the black test probe into the COM jack.
mF (large capacitance) measurement 1. Insert the connecting plug of the red test probe into the positive mF jack, and the connecting plug of the black test probe into the Cap jack. 2. Rotate the function switch and point the arrow on the knob to the mF range.
Waveform display operation Enabling waveform display mode Hold down the “DIS” button for 2 seconds to select the waveform display mode. Prompt! The waveform display function is only available in the voltage/current range. Buttons and main menu The buttons for waveform display are located in the lower part of the LCD screen, which can be in combination to realize a variety of functions.
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Waveform of voltage measurement 1. Insert the connecting plug of the black test probe into the negative COM jack; insert the connecting plug of the red test probe into the positive V jack. 2. Rotate the function switch to select the AC or DC range. When selected, the ~ or symbol will appear in the upper left corner of the screen.
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Waveform of current measurement 1. Insert the connecting plug of the black test probe into the negative COM jack, and insert the connecting plug of the red test probe into the positive mA/10A jack. 2. Rotate the switch. Depending on the size of the test signal, point the arrow on the knob to the mA/10A range. 3.
Automatic measurement of waveform The multimeter can automatically measure the amplitude and frequency of the current waveform, and the measurement results are displayed in the right side of the waveform display area. The waveform measurement is the effective value directly sampled by the multimeter A/D. Press the “DIS”...
Saving and reading signal waveform The database of the instrument has a memory capacity for 10 waveform groups, which can be saved as follows: 1. Press the “HOLD” button to enable the waveform hold/storage function. 2. Press the “HOLD” button and hold for 2 seconds to enter the waveform database. 3.
Technical Parameters and Packing List Features and technical parameters General features Display 128 64 dot matrix graphic Viewing area 60mm x40mm Backlight White Input resistance 10MΩ Battery 3 AA batteries Automatic Yes (The meter automatically shuts down in 15 shutdown minutes without any operation of button) Low power...
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Features of digital multimeter All range uncertainty is expressed in ± (a% reading + unit). The calibration interval is one year. Environmental conditions for guaranteed uncertainty: 23 ° C ± 5 ° C, < 75% RH. Analog Bandwidth ACV/DCV/ACA/DCA 20kHz Maximum Real-Time Sampling Rate 200ksps Features...
μF (unit of capacitance) Buzzer, continuity test Remaining power of battery Diode Safety warning (Reminder of hazardous or limit voltage and current) Packing list One MT8206 unit, one bag, one pair of probes, one copy of Operator’s Manual and package box...
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