E) Maximum / Minimum; F) Automatic Power Off; G) Automatic Backlight - VOLTCRAFT VC190 Operating Instructions Manual

e) Maximum / Minimum

This function permits saving and display of maximum or minimum values during a series of measurements. Auto-
range will be deactivated.
• This mode is only applicable with the following functions: LOZV , LPFV , V , V , mV , Ω, µA , mA , A
, and °C/°F.
• Select the proper range before selecting MAX MIN to ensure that the MAX MIN reading will not exceed the
measurement range.
• The values are taken from the time MAX MIN mode was entered. Input changes of 100 milliseconds or longer will
be recorded.
• Long press the MAX MIN button to enter/exit maximum and minimum measurement mode.
• Short press the MAX MIN button to cycle through measurements:
- Maximum value: MAX will show on the display.
- Minimum value: MIN will show on the display.

f) Automatic power off

Automatic power off is an energy saving feature. When activated, the power will turn off if there is no activity is
detected for approximately 15 mins. Press any button or adjust the function dial to wake.
Disable auto-power off
1
1. Set the function dial to the OFF position.
2. While pressing and holding the SEL/PEAK button, turn the function dial to any position.
3. The symbol will disappear.
Activate auto-power off
2
• Restart the device by setting the function dial OFF then ON again.
• The symbol will show.

g) Automatic backlight

When ambient light levels fall below a certain threshold, the backlight automatically turns ON (duration: 30 secs). In
bright circumstances, the backlight automatically turns OFF.
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