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Data Hold
To freeze the LCD reading, press the HOLD button. While data hold is active, the HOLD icon
appears on the LCD. Press the HOLD button again to return to normal operation.
Peak Hold
The Peak Hold function captures the peak AC or DC voltage or current. The meter can capture
negative or positive peaks as fast as 1 millisecond in duration.
1. Turn the function switch to the A or V position.
2. Allow time for the display to stabilize.
3. Press and Hold the PEAK button until “CAL” appears in the display. This procedure will zero
the range selected.
4. Press the PEAK button, Pmax will display.
5. The display will update each time a higher positive peak occurs.
6. Press the PEAK button again, Pmin will display. The display will now update and indicate the
lowest negative peak.
7. To return to normal operation, press and hold the PEAK button until the Pmin or Pmax
indicator switches off.
Note: If the Function switch position is changed after a calibration the Peak Hold calibration must
be repeated for the new function selected.
LCD Backlight Button
The LCD is equipped with backlighting. Press the backlight button to turn the backlight on. Press
again to turn the backlight off.
Automatic Power OFF
In order to conserve battery life, the meter will automatically turn off after approximately 25 minutes.
To turn the meter on again, turn the function switch to the OFF position and then to the desired
function position.
