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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  • @akbumi
    @akbumiАй бұрын

    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.

  • @richardgomez5008

    @richardgomez5008

    Ай бұрын

    Always wanted to learn how to use one. This is the best of anyone I seen. Amazing great!❤❤❤❤Internet knowledge is awesome!❤❤❤❤

  • @yoosufmohamed9582

    @yoosufmohamed9582

    20 күн бұрын

    ​@@richardgomez5008😅😅 to

  • @jonfreeman9682

    @jonfreeman9682

    9 күн бұрын

    Totally agree. But the only function you ever use is voltage and continuity to check power and fuse. Everything else you never use.

  • @antoniolaracuente437

    @antoniolaracuente437

    7 күн бұрын

    That is correct brother

  • @gsftom
    @gsftom3 ай бұрын

    Absolute best beginner meter demo. I am a beginner and have watched dozens. This one is by far the best. Thx!

  • @the1spyderryder

    @the1spyderryder

    3 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @eagle7267

    @eagle7267

    2 ай бұрын

    @@the1spyderryder Like at 7:43 when he referred to a transistor as a diode...

  • @wizardmaster6639

    @wizardmaster6639

    2 ай бұрын

    you watched DOZENS and still did not understand them? Where did you go to school? lol..get a refund bro!

  • @georgeclooney6208

    @georgeclooney6208

    2 ай бұрын

    ​@@eagle7267fukumean he said transistor 💀

  • @MrTheHillfolk

    @MrTheHillfolk

    Ай бұрын

    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.

  • @robertg0105
    @robertg0105Ай бұрын

    It's 3 am, and I'm a music major why am I watching this

  • @lesterjones9335

    @lesterjones9335

    Ай бұрын

    To check your Amp, speakers, etc....

  • @iamnode2088

    @iamnode2088

    Ай бұрын

    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

  • @davidcrtalic9795

    @davidcrtalic9795

    Ай бұрын

    Lol, it's 1:00 and I have to wake up in a bit more than 4 hours.

  • @callumsumner7080

    @callumsumner7080

    27 күн бұрын

    😂 3:14am

  • @ZacchaeusNifong

    @ZacchaeusNifong

    21 күн бұрын

    LOL the algo knew you were soon to be a home-owner.

  • @jp040759
    @jp0407592 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @georgedavall9449

    @georgedavall9449

    28 күн бұрын

    You didnt know? That’s unbelievable! 🤔

  • @jp040759

    @jp040759

    27 күн бұрын

    @@georgedavall9449 I new it was tranny gain but did not know what the actual initials H F E actually stood for.

  • @wesman7837

    @wesman7837

    16 күн бұрын

    ​@@georgedavall9449I've never known what it means either.

  • @jonfreeman9682

    @jonfreeman9682

    12 күн бұрын

    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.

  • @jp040759

    @jp040759

    12 күн бұрын

    @@georgedavall9449 I knew it was symbol for gain but I did not know what the letters actually meant.

  • @scotts4125
    @scotts41253 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @georgedavall9449

    @georgedavall9449

    27 күн бұрын

    It takes a real man to admit he can learn something, or admit when proven wrong. 🖐👍

  • @DMP413

    @DMP413

    12 күн бұрын

    You have been using it for years but never thought to learn how to use it?

  • @georgedavall9449

    @georgedavall9449

    12 күн бұрын

    @@DMP413 be nice ya spoof

  • @scotts4125

    @scotts4125

    12 күн бұрын

    @@DMP413 Pretty much lol

  • @ardentdfender4116
    @ardentdfender41162 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @user-xt6hi6tq4r
    @user-xt6hi6tq4r2 ай бұрын

    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

  • @duncanvincent9106
    @duncanvincent91062 ай бұрын

    Great video. Packed with facts and information. I like that there is no unnecessary talking and no wasted time. Thanks!!

  • @annitawatch
    @annitawatchАй бұрын

    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...

  • @smartbull6382
    @smartbull63822 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @jonathanjudeoneildelisle481
    @jonathanjudeoneildelisle481Ай бұрын

    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.

  • @bobbyg4100
    @bobbyg41002 ай бұрын

    Excellent Tutorial, Thank you so much. I’m a repair mechanic and you taught me things. God Bless you for taking the Time . 🙏

  • @flipclone
    @flipclone2 ай бұрын

    you just made a 'complicated' device seem so very simple, thank you.

  • @JM-mb6tf
    @JM-mb6tfАй бұрын

    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.

  • @MrTheHillfolk

    @MrTheHillfolk

    Ай бұрын

    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.

  • @jonfreeman9682

    @jonfreeman9682

    9 күн бұрын

    @@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.

  • @MrTheHillfolk

    @MrTheHillfolk

    9 күн бұрын

    ​​@@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.

  • @LyonhartZ2
    @LyonhartZ22 ай бұрын

    Congrats. This is by FAR the best introductory video I have ever seen regarding the subject at hand. You are a blessing kind Sir!

  • @drrous9917

    @drrous9917

    Ай бұрын

    I approved this statement and the video.

  • @sjpwarren
    @sjpwarrenАй бұрын

    This is the BEST video I have found explaining all the options on a Multimeter. Thank you.

  • @tim102353
    @tim1023532 ай бұрын

    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!

  • @jamesrecknor6752
    @jamesrecknor67523 ай бұрын

    Best lesson of it's kind I have ever seen, very well done!

  • @oyeibrahim
    @oyeibrahim17 күн бұрын

    This is the most comprehensive and education video on multimeter I came across on KZread. Thank you

  • @drrous9917
    @drrous9917Ай бұрын

    😊 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. 😊

  • @user-ss8dc4bj3m
    @user-ss8dc4bj3m2 ай бұрын

    Best overview of multimeters I've seen to date. Very nice!

  • @stanwooddave9758
    @stanwooddave97587 күн бұрын

    Thank You James, now I know how to use & measure with my high-dollar multimeter I scored @ a yard sale. This is what I would call a down & dirty video on how to use & master your Multimeter in under 13 minutes. No B-S, just information you can use, and be confident in using you miltimeter for an intended purpose as needed. Your a great teacher James.

  • @Mikey-wy1yl
    @Mikey-wy1ylАй бұрын

    I just watched the only multimeter video I've actually understood. Thanks.

  • @nevinkuser9892
    @nevinkuser98922 ай бұрын

    That's pretty thorough and amazing. Multimeters have always intimidated me. Not anymore! Thank you.

  • @danielpohl29
    @danielpohl29Ай бұрын

    I just watched 15 other videos on multimeters. HANDS DOWN THIS IS THE BEST ONE OUT THERE! short and to the point.

  • @grunerzx

    @grunerzx

    Ай бұрын

    yeah, agreed!

  • @STV-H4H

    @STV-H4H

    14 сағат бұрын

    I’ve watched numerous videos and most have too much information that’s not needed. This answers the questions in a very simple and straightforward way.

  • @captainmort
    @captainmortАй бұрын

    James, this must be the go-to video for multimeter use. Thanks for the download.👍

  • @luckycatdad8369
    @luckycatdad8369Ай бұрын

    Great vid. I've been using Multi meters for basic stuff for years but never knew what 2/3 of the other functions were.

  • @coachsmith50
    @coachsmith5025 күн бұрын

    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

  • @james_gatlin

    @james_gatlin

    25 күн бұрын

    Thanks for the comment, its much appreciated, and it’s great knowing the content is of value, more content underway.

  • @johncarmichael4698
    @johncarmichael46983 ай бұрын

    I have learned so much , you have given me such a good foundation , you teach very good. Thanks much appreciated

  • @user-zh2gp4wu5f
    @user-zh2gp4wu5fАй бұрын

    I knew most of the functions on multimeters but through time and not using one for years you tend to forget. Thanks!

  • @franciscovilla9203
    @franciscovilla92033 ай бұрын

    I just learned a lot. Thanks for the cheat sheet.

  • @james_gatlin

    @james_gatlin

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad it’s of value!

  • @BobMuir100
    @BobMuir1002 ай бұрын

    Lovely! So brilliant for weekenders like me! Thanks Bob England

  • @Arabeon
    @Arabeon2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video. It is very detailed and covers a lot of details, I also appreciate the cheat sheet.

  • @mrcarl2588
    @mrcarl25882 ай бұрын

    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...

  • @aaroncrowell62
    @aaroncrowell622 ай бұрын

    I like the the fast pace, perfect. Thank you.

  • @kennethwood9025
    @kennethwood90252 ай бұрын

    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.

  • @acemanmccool
    @acemanmccool3 ай бұрын

    Enjoyed the video and learned a few things. Going to save it for future reference. Also thanks for the cheat sheet

  • @herbertpocket8855
    @herbertpocket8855Ай бұрын

    Great video! Perfect blend of beginner advice and safety warnings

  • @bakri99
    @bakri992 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your effort, very clear explanation 🙌

  • @leahhickey3970
    @leahhickey39702 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for this video! I finally got a good grasp of my multimeter’s features!

  • @SyilxMechanical
    @SyilxMechanicalАй бұрын

    You absolutely executed man! Great presentation. Flawless info.

  • @adamfrbs9259
    @adamfrbs9259Ай бұрын

    I've needed one of these and the knowledge to use it so many times in life. Bout time I learn. Thanks!

  • @ggrimm79
    @ggrimm792 ай бұрын

    Saving this video in my "How To" playlist. Thanks!

  • @TammyMartinBLUE
    @TammyMartinBLUEАй бұрын

    THANK YOU!!! I have asked so many guys and read/watched and at last I totallu get it! You completely rock(

  • @RookKnight
    @RookKnightАй бұрын

    Excellent video. I needed a quick refresher, and this was perfect.

  • @rossh8457
    @rossh84573 ай бұрын

    Really great video. I like 'to the point' instructions. Well done sir!

  • @dalewiley9208
    @dalewiley92083 ай бұрын

    Outstanding. Man, I needed this. Thank-you.

  • @user-es2ju9np9s
    @user-es2ju9np9s3 ай бұрын

    Very clear and helpful presentation. Thank you.

  • @StanleyKubick1
    @StanleyKubick12 ай бұрын

    this video has helped me understand my multimeter better than any other I've seen

  • @rsbharley4766
    @rsbharley47662 ай бұрын

    Excellent video, thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers

  • @thehighwayman78
    @thehighwayman783 ай бұрын

    Very nice! I knew most of it but repetition especially for the less used settings was great 👍

  • @james_gatlin

    @james_gatlin

    3 ай бұрын

    Great to hear!, agreed

  • @daveoatway6126
    @daveoatway61263 ай бұрын

    Well done. Good alerts to the danger of high voltage.

  • @scrapperstacker8629
    @scrapperstacker86298 күн бұрын

    Great and informative video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @bryan1057
    @bryan10572 ай бұрын

    Great video, with a simple explanation of the symbols and use of a multimeter. Thankyou :)

  • @IslandNinja
    @IslandNinjaАй бұрын

    Concise, helpful, and simple! Love it

  • @tassie7325
    @tassie73257 күн бұрын

    Thanks. B y far the best and easiest explanation to understand for a novice like me. Cheers

  • @ozkermoreno6319
    @ozkermoreno63192 ай бұрын

    Exelente! Short video and very straightforward. Thanks bud, this was very helpful in simple steps. My knowledge is now more than 50% gracias amigo.

  • @DaltonHenry
    @DaltonHenry3 ай бұрын

    This is great! Thanks for this video and that cheat sheet!

  • @charlesgiles7551
    @charlesgiles75515 күн бұрын

    Best video I've seen on this, great job!!!

  • @garyackers1469
    @garyackers1469Ай бұрын

    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 ..👏👏👏😉😉

  • @buzzysboaty
    @buzzysboatyАй бұрын

    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.

  • @James-po4xt
    @James-po4xt2 ай бұрын

    Excellent video. Really well presented.

  • @KeithCunningham-hj7nd
    @KeithCunningham-hj7ndАй бұрын

    Best explanation on KZread, Thank You

  • @LansinngKahmei
    @LansinngKahmei5 күн бұрын

    Very informative video. Thanks for educative content

  • @lesamourai777
    @lesamourai777Ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this video. Very informative!

  • @tommicks53
    @tommicks53Ай бұрын

    Thanks for the cheatsheet It's awesome for teaching someone to use the meter

  • @jarelbecco6059
    @jarelbecco6059Ай бұрын

    Definitely needed this Tutorial…really a big help

  • @ramluma
    @ramlumaАй бұрын

    Best, best, best multimeter tutorial ever.

  • @jimbola77
    @jimbola772 ай бұрын

    awesome man thank you for sharing that is some really good stuff to really know.

  • @waltongraham7031
    @waltongraham70313 ай бұрын

    Great video and really informative I subscribed 👍🏾

  • @nhlakaniphovilakazi3264
    @nhlakaniphovilakazi32643 ай бұрын

    Perfect! Thank you!

  • @nafuiba8569
    @nafuiba856918 күн бұрын

    SHORT and Clear explanation. Thanks

  • @azizahmedmuhammad4124
    @azizahmedmuhammad41243 ай бұрын

    Excellent short tutorial.

  • @dannydanielson9257
    @dannydanielson92573 ай бұрын

    Great presentation!

  • @prw629
    @prw6292 ай бұрын

    Outstanding video! Earned my sub! Great job!

  • @TheYaziman
    @TheYaziman2 ай бұрын

    Good Job Mate! Thanks for sharing!

  • @hg2.
    @hg2.Ай бұрын

    Well done. Thanks for making.

  • @2snish
    @2snish2 ай бұрын

    Really helpful video for a beginner like me. Thanks a lot 👍🏼

  • @edromero6352
    @edromero635216 күн бұрын

    Excellent video no nonsense. I really appreciate . And thanks for your time.

  • @henryezebuiro4512
    @henryezebuiro45123 ай бұрын

    Wonderful presentation, thank you

  • @rorymax8233
    @rorymax82333 ай бұрын

    Very helpful, thank you. 👍

  • @lanceleavitt7472
    @lanceleavitt7472Ай бұрын

    Perfect video for beginners. --- Excellent teaching technique. ---

  • @MrsTiaRani
    @MrsTiaRani4 күн бұрын

    fantastic video! thanks so much for the time, effort and consideration you put into making this :) videos like this one make education a pleasure!

  • @sandman7160
    @sandman7160Ай бұрын

    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

  • @swapshots4427
    @swapshots44275 күн бұрын

    I really needed this. Thanks.

  • @hectorheredia311
    @hectorheredia311Ай бұрын

    The best video ever straight to the point 🙌

  • @TheMpsmith
    @TheMpsmith3 күн бұрын

    Great comprehensive video.

  • @HoneyWindbutton
    @HoneyWindbuttonАй бұрын

    This was enormously helpful. Thank you

  • @covecarpentry
    @covecarpentryАй бұрын

    unbelievably helpful. thank you

  • @TheJimbo000
    @TheJimbo00025 күн бұрын

    Thank you - very helpful and informative! 🙂

  • @JUKE179r
    @JUKE179r3 ай бұрын

    KLEIN Tools clamp CL800 FTW!!! 🤓 Cheers from the UK! 🇺🇸🇬🇧

  • @e30gangsta
    @e30gangsta2 ай бұрын

    This video made me instantly follow you. Great work! 🎉

  • @thecrapadventuresofchesimo420
    @thecrapadventuresofchesimo4203 ай бұрын

    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)

  • @kevinlawes591

    @kevinlawes591

    2 ай бұрын

    Can you explain more for beginners cheers👍

  • @thecrapadventuresofchesimo420

    @thecrapadventuresofchesimo420

    2 ай бұрын

    @@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.

  • @thecrapadventuresofchesimo420

    @thecrapadventuresofchesimo420

    2 ай бұрын

    @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

  • @menchyk
    @menchyk2 күн бұрын

    Very helpful! Thank you!

  • @lindsey607
    @lindsey607Ай бұрын

    Great vid boss. Highly informative. Thanks you.

  • @leon5731
    @leon57313 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your cheat sheet

  • @NiKz0rken
    @NiKz0rkenАй бұрын

    Thanks for this awesome video! ❤

  • @isaka.8101
    @isaka.8101Ай бұрын

    Thank you so much. Very informative.

  • @ronin4711
    @ronin47112 ай бұрын

    Very useful info and great cheat sheet, thanks.

  • @Carstend75
    @Carstend75Ай бұрын

    Great tutorial! Thank you 👍🏼