How to use a multimeter like a pro, the ultimate guide
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This is an overview of all the features on a multimeter, and everything you need to know to get started with a multimeter.
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If anyone wanna learn how to use a multimeter, this is the only video I'd recommend. You even went over and beyond with the cheatsheet, I really appreciate it. Thank you.
Always wanted to learn how to use one. This is the best of anyone I seen. Amazing great!❤❤❤❤Internet knowledge is awesome!❤❤❤❤
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Totally agree. But the only function you ever use is voltage and continuity to check power and fuse. Everything else you never use.
Absolute best beginner meter demo. I am a beginner and have watched dozens. This one is by far the best. Thx!
If you are a beginner, then you Don't know if this is a good video. I know of a few places that it is in error. It seems to me that he too may be a beginner.
@@the1spyderryder Like at 7:43 when he referred to a transistor as a diode...
you watched DOZENS and still did not understand them? Where did you go to school? lol..get a refund bro!
@@eagle7267fukumean he said transistor 💀
6:22 well then since you're a beginner I might as well just pop on in here and introduce myself.
How ya doin, im Richard Hertz but they call me Dick for short.
It's 3 am, and I'm a music major why am I watching this
To check your Amp, speakers, etc....
Same here bud I saw your message and left my version too 😂
It's 3 am and I am pretty sure I don't have a multimeter at home and I am a medical student
I have no idea why I am watching this with great attention
Lol, it's 1:00 and I have to wake up in a bit more than 4 hours.
Because you're expanding your knowledge.
😂 3:14am
well spoken.... I've watched so many videos and left still not understanding how to use a voltmeter but you explained everything in a simple understandable way ... thank you ... I now completely understand how to use this...
You are the first person to identify what "Hfe" stands for. THANX. Been electrical/electronics Engineer and hobbyist for 58 years. Nice video for newbies on using a DMM. I will definitely be forwarding this video to friends that are always asking me how to use a meter. Good Job.
You didnt know? That’s unbelievable! 🤔
@@georgedavall9449 I new it was tranny gain but did not know what the actual initials H F E actually stood for.
@@georgedavall9449I've never known what it means either.
In the 70s and 80s it was common but all circuits now use IC and surface mount components. So there's not much use for this anymore.
@@georgedavall9449 I knew it was symbol for gain but I did not know what the letters actually meant.
This was the absolute BEST explaining video I have watched. Extremely easy to understand - even for me that have more or less no clue what-so-ever about electricity. Now I know how to measure electricity for home use. Thank you so much for a very good video !! Respect.
Cheap meters can tell you something, if you know their limitations.
I have a nice fluke at woek and at the home shop ,but i got a couple The harbor freight freebies at the house.
Sure ,the fluke tells me the outlet has 121 volts ac ,and the harbor freight one says 130.
When i turn the power off to replace the outlet ,they both read zero.
Not so worried about accuracy with that ,just if its safe being on or off.
Still works fine for checking the occasional suspected dead battery for the remote and things like that.
@@MrTheHillfolk I agree. I thought of getting a Fluke but realized for home repairs an el cheapo meter works fine. It only has basic functions with cheap build quality but I only ever use voltage and continuity to check batteries and blown fuses and never found a use for all the other functions. For professionals and electronics enthusiasts a Fluke is worth it for measurement confidence and circuit protection but otherwise these harbour freight meters are awesome.
@@jonfreeman9682to be honest, I'm not that impressed with a fluke, being that I work outside all the time as soon as it gets one raindrop on it, DC volts goes thru the roof.
16v on a 12v system?
Nope. Pop the battery out and set it on the trucks defroster for 45 minutes and it'll be fine.
It's a real headache and a hassle.
Save your money.
What a great tutorial. Some people have a gift when it comes to teaching. You certainly have this gift. Hands down, the best tutorial I've seen on this topic.
you just made a 'complicated' device seem so very simple, thank you.
Congrats. This is by FAR the best introductory video I have ever seen regarding the subject at hand. You are a blessing kind Sir!
I approved this statement and the video.
I've been using meters for years and never realized the additional symbols next to a function meant to press the select button. I knew to press the select button for the function I wanted but seeing you do it and pointing it out was a duh moment for me. Never too old to learn something thanks!
It takes a real man to admit he can learn something, or admit when proven wrong. 🖐👍
You have been using it for years but never thought to learn how to use it?
@@DMP413 be nice ya spoof
@@DMP413 Pretty much lol
I just watched the only multimeter video I've actually understood. Thanks.
Thank you very much for translating the complex symbols of multimeters, which rarely if ever have instructions on using their functions.
I cannot express how much I appreciate this video as an untrained farm/garage fix it myself guy.
I started your content by watching the resistor video. I was blown away at how helpful it was. I subscribed to your channel on that video alone and then watched this one. HOLY COW bro!! Such great content!! Maybe I end up commenting on every video. I don’t know, but so far, with two videos down, I am super impressed with how helpful, concise, and well presented your content is. I have used multi meters before for the VERY basic functions and have even watched a couple of other videos here and there to try and figure out the other features. But this videos is by far the BEST. Thank you for the information and the time it took to put this together. It does not go unnoticed and is very appreciated
Thanks for the comment, its much appreciated, and it’s great knowing the content is of value, more content underway.
Great video. Packed with facts and information. I like that there is no unnecessary talking and no wasted time. Thanks!!
I just watched 15 other videos on multimeters. HANDS DOWN THIS IS THE BEST ONE OUT THERE! short and to the point.
yeah, agreed!
This was an excellent video for a beginner and I’m not a beginner and I still found it excellent and as a refresher. As I work in the field for industrial process engineering and this was quite helpful. Even saved it to my own playlist for quick reference look up when I need to find it.
Best lesson of it's kind I have ever seen, very well done!
This is the BEST video I have found explaining all the options on a Multimeter. Thank you.
This is the most comprehensive and education video on multimeter I came across on TH-cam. Thank you
Best overview of multimeters I've seen to date. Very nice!
Excellent Tutorial, Thank you so much. I’m a repair mechanic and you taught me things. God Bless you for taking the Time . 🙏
That's pretty thorough and amazing. Multimeters have always intimidated me. Not anymore! Thank you.
I just learned a lot. Thanks for the cheat sheet.
Glad it’s of value!
Most excellent video. I've been using meters for 35 years and spent a lot of time learning to use them. Wish it only took me 12 minutes to learn how to fully understand all the fetchers
James, this must be the go-to video for multimeter use. Thanks for the download.👍
😊 I watched many videos on how to use a multimeter. Your video is by far the best one I see. Also, you have the attributes and skills of great teachers. Well done. 😊
Great vid. I've been using Multi meters for basic stuff for years but never knew what 2/3 of the other functions were.
I have learned so much , you have given me such a good foundation , you teach very good. Thanks much appreciated
Thank you so much for your thorough explanation of the multimeter. I've been using multimeters for years and I have always tested for continuity with the ohm setting. I never realized there was a continuity setting. And I always wondered what that symbol meant. And most of the time when I'm thinking I want to check homes. I want you actually check continuity. So thank you once again. Great job!
I knew most of the functions on multimeters but through time and not using one for years you tend to forget. Thanks!
Lovely! So brilliant for weekenders like me!
Thanks
Bob
England
I like the the fast pace, perfect. Thank you.
Excellent video no nonsense. I really appreciate . And thanks for your time.
You absolutely executed man! Great presentation. Flawless info.
Thanks so much for this video! I finally got a good grasp of my multimeter’s features!
Thank you for your effort, very clear explanation 🙌
Saving this video in my "How To" playlist. Thanks!
Well done. Good alerts to the danger of high voltage.
Im ok with most things mechanical but electrical is very challenging. This was a very helpful video on how to use my new test meter. Thanks.
Great video! Perfect blend of beginner advice and safety warnings
I've needed one of these and the knowledge to use it so many times in life. Bout time I learn. Thanks!
Enjoyed the video and learned a few things. Going to save it for future reference. Also thanks for the cheat sheet
Excellent video. I needed a quick refresher, and this was perfect.
Thanks for the video. It is very detailed and covers a lot of details, I also appreciate the cheat sheet.
Very clear and helpful presentation. Thank you.
SHORT and Clear explanation. Thanks
Great video. I've just ordered a lap ms8907 pen after watching your video so thanks for posting it I won't be using my see-through screwdrivers anymore on electricity...
THANK YOU!!! I have asked so many guys and read/watched and at last I totallu get it! You completely rock(
Very nice! I knew most of it but repetition especially for the less used settings was great 👍
Great to hear!, agreed
Concise, helpful, and simple! Love it
Really great video. I like 'to the point' instructions. Well done sir!
Great job! Helped out a lot
Great video, with a simple explanation of the symbols and use of a multimeter. Thankyou :)
Outstanding. Man, I needed this. Thank-you.
this video has helped me understand my multimeter better than any other I've seen
Exelente! Short video and very straightforward. Thanks bud, this was very helpful in simple steps. My knowledge is now more than 50% gracias amigo.
Perfect video for beginners. --- Excellent teaching technique. ---
❤ best explanation ever... thanks much for the blessings man...
Best, best, best multimeter tutorial ever.
Thank you - very helpful and informative! 🙂
Thank you for your video it’s been blessing bathing in your font of knowledge….it’s opened a new avenue and adventure into the use of this amazing device ..👏👏👏😉😉
Great easy to understand video, thanks.
I'm a licensed electrician and only use 3 or 4 of the features. Haven't needed the others yet. Great breakdown though 💯
Hey Dude, thank you so much for explaining this in such an easy to understand yet thorough way. And a cheatsheet... you star : ) Thanks again.
Best explanation on TH-cam, Thank You
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The best video ever straight to the point 🙌
Excellent video, thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers
Nice and easy explanation from you. Im one of the many that has used a multi meter for years without knowing what all the symbols are for. I smashed the sub button bro
Really helpful video for a beginner like me.
Thanks a lot 👍🏼
Definitely needed this Tutorial…really a big help
This was enormously helpful. Thank you
you do it the amazing way !
Thank you for sharing this video. Very informative!
Thanks for the cheatsheet It's awesome for teaching someone to use the meter
Excellent video, great teaching thank you
Excellent. Very informative. Thank you.
I’m an electrician and I learned some good stuff
Thanks
I use your videos for my electronics class. Well done!!!
Awesome! Thank you!, glad its of value.
Wow beautiful,thank for sharing like the way you explained
Well done.
Thanks for making.
Concise. Excellent!
Great video for amateur beginners like me. Really helpful, thanks.
Thanks you very much share this with practical purposes
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Now i gain confidence,
Not easy to fool me after this. 😊
Excellent short tutorial.
Wonderful presentation, thank you
This video made me instantly follow you. Great work! 🎉
Excellent video and thank you for the download link very handy for reference if anyone is stuck👍
unbelievably helpful. thank you
Thank you so much. Very informative.
Great vid boss. Highly informative. Thanks you.
I really wish this video had been available 15 years ago!
Why, what happened?
yeah me too. That is why back then I'm afraid of using this multimeter I'm kinda like intimidated using it lol
Great guide!
Don't forget to measure and account for probe resistance during resistance measurements!
Also, the reading in the diode mode should be the forward bias voltage (which can tell you a lot)
Can you explain more for beginners cheers👍
@@kevinlawes591 before you take a resistance measurement, you should touch the ends of the probes together and note the resistance without measuring any component. This number should be subtracted from whatever you're measuring.
The leads and probes have resistance of their own, but the meter doesn't know what this is and just sees the leads and probes as part of the measurement.
@kevinlawes591 when measuring a diode, the number displayed is the forward bias voltage (the voltage required to turn the diode "on") you can use this to calculate parameters for other components, eg the resistor for an LED etc
I own a few different types and brands of multi meters. Each one has its own advantages. I use my auto range Fluke for most jobs, it’s really the easiest one to diagnose and test with. Having one that gives whole and decimal readings is the best one to have. Testing batteries at my house is the most common task I use the meter for.
One of the best informative uploads on this particular topic ..
Much appreciated and saved for that inevitable moment where my brain 🧠 decides to not work for some silly reason ha! 🙏🏻
This is great! Thanks for this video and that cheat sheet!
Very excellent thank you very much for sharing this information as I saved it for future to go back and watch it if I need it thank you so much
Perfect! Thank you!
Very helpful, thank you. 👍
thanks. i’ve been looking for something like this for a long time.