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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.

DC ZERO (Relative) (EX730 only)

The DC ZERO is a relative feature and can be used in any function.

1.

Press the DC ZERO button to zero the display. “ZERO” will appear in the display. The

displayed reading is now the actual value less the stored “zero” value.

2.

Press the DC ZERO button to view the stored value. “ZERO” will flash in the display.

3.

To exit this mode, press and Hold the ZERO button until “ZERO” is no longer in the

display.

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.

Use the MODE button to select AC or DC (ADC EX730 only).

3.

Allow time for the display to stabilize.

4.

Press and Hold the PEAK button until “CAL” appears in the display. This procedure

will zero the range selected.

5.

Press the PEAK button, Pmax will display.

6.

The display will update each time a higher positive peak occurs.

7.

Press the PEAK button again, Pmin will display. The display will now update and

indicate the lowest negative peak.

8.

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 for easier viewing, especially in dimly lit areas.

Press the backlight button to turn the backlight on. Press again to turn the backlight off.

Note that the meter does have an auto power off feature as described below.

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.