4 Making a Measurement
Introduction
This chapter will help you make measurements with your Model 8718B. Information is included for turning the meter on, selecting, zeroing, and testing a probe, plus an explanation of the main measurement screen of the meter. Some general information is also included about measurement surveys, precautions you should observe, and the use of probe correction factors.
Getting Started
Press the On power key. The meter model, serial, and firmware version will be displayed briefly. After a few seconds, the Opening Menu Screen will appear.
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Note
See Chapter 5, Using the Menu System, for details on features and operation.
To Make Measurements...
1.Select the probe you want to use and connect it to the meter.
2.Proceed as directed in Entering the Probe Model.
To access the meter’s menu system to perform some other
function...
1.Press F4 (MENU). The First Menu Screen will appear. See Chapter 5, Using the Menu System.
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