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Multimeter Guide

Symbols and Reference Guide

WhatExplanationExample / Example Values
Wave Symbol - ~AC - Alternate CurrentHouse Sockets
Lines Symbol - Solid + 3 DotsDC - Direct CurrentMost Electronics
VVoltage
Ohms - ΩResistanceOL - Open Loop
Sound WavesContinuity
Arrow with a Vertical Straight LineDiodeCurrenty only passes in one direction
Value on one side, OL on the other

Cables and Units

WhatExplanationInfo
Red WirePositive
Black WireNegative
MMega-Million1.000.000
KKilo1.000
mMilli1/1.000 - 0.001
µMicro1/1.000.000
nNano1/1.000.000.000