Extech EX570 Manual
Extech EX570 Manual
Safety
MAX
1000V This symbol advises the user that the terminal(s) so marked must not be
connected to a circuit point at which the voltage with respect to earth
ground exceeds (in this case) 1000 VAC or VDC.
• Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death. Read and
understand this user manual before operating the meter.
• Always remove the test leads before replacing the battery or fuses.
• Inspect the condition of the test leads and the meter itself for any damage before
operating the meter.
• Use great care when making measurements if the voltages are greater than 25 VAC
rms or 35 VDC. These voltages are considered a shock hazard.
• Warning! This is a class A equipment. This equipment can cause interferences in the
living quarters; in this case the operator can be required to carry out adequate
measures.
• Always discharge capacitors and remove power from the device under test before
performing Diode, Resistance or Continuity tests.
• Voltage checks on electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading because of the
uncertainty of connection to the recessed electrical contacts. Other means should be
used to ensure that the terminals are not "live".
• If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
• This device is not a toy and must not reach children’s hands. It contains hazardous
objects as well as small parts that the children could swallow. In case a child
swallows any of them, please contact a physician immediately
• Do not leave batteries and packing material lying around unattended; they can be
dangerous for children if they use them as toys
• In case the device is going to be unused for an extended period of time, remove the
batteries to prevent them from draining
• Expired or damaged batteries can cause cauterization on contact with the skin.
Always, therefore, use suitable hand gloves in such cases
• See that the batteries are not short-circuited. Do not throw batteries into the fire.
3. DO NOT measure voltage if the voltage on the "COM" input jack exceeds 600V above
earth ground.
4. NEVER connect the meter leads across a voltage source while the function switch is in
the current, resistance, or diode mode. Doing so can damage the meter.
5. ALWAYS discharge filter capacitors in power supplies and disconnect the power when
making resistance or diode tests.
6. ALWAYS turn off the power and disconnect the test leads before opening the covers to
replace the fuse or batteries.
7. NEVER operate the meter unless the back cover and the battery and fuse covers are in
place and fastened securely.
8. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
•))) Continuity
Diode test
+
Low Battery
MEM Memory
-9
n nano (10 ) (capacitance)
-6
µ micro (10 ) (amps, cap)
-3
m milli (10 ) (volts, amps)
A Amps
3
k kilo (10 ) (ohms)
F Farads (capacitance)
6
M mega (10 ) (ohms) APO Auto Power Off
Ω Ohms P Peak
Hz Hertz (frequency) V Volts
% Percent (duty ratio) REL Relative
AC Alternating current AUTO Autoranging
DC Direct current HOLD Display hold
ºF Degrees Fahrenheit ºC Degrees Centigrade
MAX Maximum MIN Minimum
1. ALWAYS turn the function switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use.
2. If “OL” appears in the display during a measurement, the value exceeds the range you
have selected. Change to a higher range.
AC/DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENTS
CAUTION: Do not measure DC voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or
OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter.
3. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
4. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.
Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
1. Insert black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
2. For current measurements up to 4000µA DC, set the function switch to
the µA position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the µA/mA
jack.
3. For current measurements up to 400 mA DC, set the function switch to
the mA position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the
µA/mA jack.
4. For current measurements up to 20A DC, set the function switch to the
10A/HZ/% position and insert the red test lead banana plug into the
10A jack.
5. Press the SELECT button to indicate “DC” or “AC” on the display.
6. Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit at
the point where you wish to measure current.
7. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit. Touch
the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
8. Apply power to the circuit.
9. Read the current in the display.
RESISTANCE MEASUREMENTS
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit under test and
discharge all capacitors before taking any resistance measurements. Remove the
batteries and unplug the line cords.
1. Rotate the function switch to the Ω position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive Ω jack.
3. Press the SELECT button to indicate “Ω” on the display.
4. Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or part under test. It is best
to disconnect one side of the part under test so the rest of the circuit
will not interfere with the resistance reading.
5. Read the resistance in the display.
DIODE TEST
1. Rotate the function switch to the green Ω position.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack
and the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
3. Press the SELECT button to indicate “ “ and “V” on the display.
4. Touch the test probes to the diode under test. Forward voltage will
typically indicate 0.400 to 0.700V. Reverse voltage will indicate “OL”.
Shorted devices will indicate near 0V and an open device will
indicate “OL” in both polarities.
4. Press the IRT button to turn on the IR thermometer and laser pointer. The laser
pointer identifies the surface spot to be measured.
5. The area of the surface to be measured must be larger than the spot size as
determined by the distance to spot size specification.
6. Read the temperature in the display. When the IRT button is released the displayed
temperature will be held for approximately 10 seconds.
WARNING: Do not directly view or direct the laser pointer at an eye. Low power
visible lasers do not normally present a hazard, but may present some potential for hazard
if viewed directly for extended periods of time.
IR Measurement Notes
1. The object under test should be larger than the spot (target) size calculated by the
field of view diagram.
2. If the surface of the object under test is covered with frost, oil, grime, etc., clean
before taking measurements.
3. If an object's surface is highly reflective, apply masking tape or flat black paint to the
surface before measuring.
4. The meter will not make measurements through glass.
5. Steam, dust, smoke, etc. can obscure measurements.
6. To find a hot spot, aim the meter outside the area of interest then scan across (in an
up and down motion) until the hot spot is located.
2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.
2. Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack and
the red test lead banana plug into the positive Hz jack.
Storing readings:
1. Press and Hold the MEM button until “MEM1” (with a flashing 1) appears in the
display. Memory 1 is ready to accept data.
2. Press and release the MEM button to step through and select memories 2 or 3.
3. Press and Hold the MEM button to store the displayed value into the memory
selected.
4. After storing the reading, the meter will return to normal operation.
Recalling readings:
1. Press and release the MEM button. “MEM1” and the stored value will appear in the
display.
2. Press and release the MEM again button to step through and view memories 2 and 3.
3. Press and release the MEM again button to return to normal operation.
1. Press the RANGE key. The “AUTO” display indicator will turn off.
2. Press the RANGE key to step through the available ranges until you select the range
you want.
3. To exit the Manual Ranging mode and return to Autoranging, press and hold the
RANGE key for 2 seconds.
Note: Manual ranging does not apply for the Temperature functions.
MAX/MIN
1. Press the MAX/MIN key to activate the MAX/MIN recording mode. The display icon
"MAX" will appear. The meter will display and hold the maximum reading and will update
only when a new “max” occurs.
2. Press the MAX/MIN key again and the display icon "MIN" will appear. The meter will
display and hold the minimum reading and will update only when a new “min” occurs.
3. To exit MAX/MIN mode press and hold the MAX/MIN key for 2 seconds.
PEAK HOLD
The Peak Hold function captures the peak AC voltage or current. The meter can capture
negative or positive peaks as fast as 1 millisecond in duration. Press the PEAK button.
“PMAX” will appear in the display. The meter will update the display each time a higher
positive peak occurs. Press the PEAK button again to exit the mode.
DISPLAY BACKLIGHT
Press the HOLD/ key for >1 second to turn the backlight on. The backlight will
automatically turn off after 10 seconds.
HOLD
The hold function freezes the reading in the display. Press the HOLD key momentarily to
activate or to exit the HOLD function.
LOW BATTERY INDICATION
When the low battery +
icon appears in the display, the battery should be replaced.
AUTO POWER OFF
The auto off feature will turn the meter off after 15 minutes. To disable the auto power off
feature, hold down the SELECT button and turn the meter on. “APO d” will appear in the
display. Turn the meter off and then on again to re-enable the auto power off feature.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the battery and fuse
covers are in place and fastened securely.
This MultiMeter is designed to provide years of dependable service, if the following care
instructions are performed:
1. KEEP THE METER DRY. If it gets wet, wipe it off.
2. USE AND STORE THE METER IN NORMAL TEMPERATURES. Temperature
extremes can shorten the life of the electronic parts and distort or melt plastic parts.
3. HANDLE THE METER GENTLY AND CAREFULLY. Dropping it can damage the
electronic parts or the case.
4. KEEP THE METER CLEAN. Wipe the case occasionally with a damp cloth. DO NOT
use chemicals, cleaning solvents, or detergents.
5. USE ONLY FRESH BATTERIES OF THE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND TYPE. Remove
old or weak batteries so they do not leak and damage the unit.
6. IF THE METER IS TO BE STORED FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME, the batteries
should be removed to prevent damage to the unit.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source of voltage
before removing the battery cover.
1. Turn power off and disconnect the test leads from the meter.
2. Open the rear battery cover by removing two screws (B) using a Phillips head
screwdriver.
3. Insert the battery into battery holder, observing the correct polarity.
4. Put the battery cover back in place. Secure with the screws.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate the meter until the battery cover is in
place and fastened securely.
NOTE: If your meter does not work properly, check the fuses and batteries to make sure that
they are still good and that they are properly inserted.
A A
B B A
F1 F2
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not operate your meter until the fuse cover is in
place and fastened securely.