How Do You Use A Digital Multimeter To Read Ohms?
Digital multimeters have come a long way since their analog counterparts. Needle indication meters, which are analog, typically have only two functions–reading voltage and resistance. Today’s meters can read a host of various electronic components. These functions are also built into the digital meters and can be accessed by a single selector switch. Accuracy is another advantage of a digital meter. Checking electronic circuits for its resistance can now show slight variations in a circuit. The resolution of the modern multimeter is typically +/- 0.01 ohm. Combining precision electronics with a high-resolution screen also accounts for high accuracy. Older analog meters depend on needle placement and the vision of the operator. Turn the multimeter to the “ohms” position on the selector. Insert the leads into the proper connectors. Place the red lead into the “ohms” opening, and the black lead into the “common” opening. Touch the two leads together. Record the resistance of the leads to
