MTB01 - Multimeter Mercury - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Digital Multimeter
Brand	Mercury
Model	MTB01
Display	LCD, 3 1/2 digits (1999 counts), 0.5" high
Polarity Indication	Automatic, minus sign displayed
Measurement Method	Double integral A/D switch implement
Sampling Speed	2 times per second
Overload Indication	"1" displayed
Operating Environment	0°C to 40°C, <80% RH
Storage Environment	-10°C to 50°C, <85% RH
Power Supply	9V battery (NEDA 1604 or 6F22)
Low Battery Indication	"+ -" symbol appears
Static Current	About 4 mA
Dimensions	126 x 70 x 26 mm
Weight	108 g (including battery)
DC Voltage Ranges	200mV, 2000mV, 20V, 200V, 500V
AC Voltage Ranges	200V, 500V (45-450Hz)
DC Current Ranges	200μA, 2000μA, 20mA, 200mA, 5A
Resistance Ranges	200Ω, 2000Ω, 20kΩ, 200kΩ, 2000kΩ
Continuity Test	Audible buzzer if resistance <30±20Ω
Diode Test	Forward voltage drop in mV
Transistor hFE Test	Base current 10μA, V_CE approx. 2.8V
Accessories Included	Test leads (red & black), 9V battery, manual

Frequently Asked Questions - MTB01 Mercury

How do I measure DC voltage with the Mercury MTB01?

Connect the red test lead to the VΩmA jack and the black lead to COM. Set the rotary switch to the desired DC voltage range (200mV to 500V). Connect the test leads to the circuit; the display shows the voltage with polarity.

How do I measure AC voltage?

Connect the red test lead to VΩmA and black to COM. Set the switch to an AC voltage range (200V or 500V). Connect the leads to the circuit. The display shows the RMS value (average responding, calibrated for sine wave).

How do I measure DC current?

For currents up to 200mA, connect red to VΩmA and black to COM. For 200mA to 5A, connect red to the 5A jack. Set the switch to the appropriate DCA range. Open the circuit and connect the meter in series. The 5A range is for intermittent use (max 10s on, 15min off).

How do I measure resistance?

Connect red to VΩmA and black to COM. Set the switch to the desired resistance range (200Ω to 2000kΩ). Ensure the circuit is off and capacitors discharged. Connect leads across the resistor; read the value on the display.

How do I test a diode?

Connect red to VΩmA and black to COM. Set the switch to the diode symbol position. Connect red to the diode anode (positive) and black to cathode. The display shows forward voltage drop in mV. If reversed, it shows 1 (overload).

How do I test a transistor's hFE?

Set the switch to hFE position. Identify whether the transistor is NPN or PNP, and locate Emitter, Base, Collector. Insert the leads into the corresponding holes of the hFE socket. The meter displays the approximate hFE value at base current 10μA and V_CE 2.8V.

How does the continuity test work?

Connect red to VΩmA and black to COM. Set the switch to the continuity symbol (sound wave). Connect test leads across the two points. If resistance is less than 30±20Ω, the built-in buzzer sounds.

How do I replace the battery?

When the low battery symbol appears on the display, replace the battery. Turn off the meter, remove the two screws on the bottom case, and open it. Replace the old 9V battery (NEDA 1604 or 6F22) with a new one, observing polarity. Close the case and reattach screws.

How do I replace a blown fuse?

Disconnect test leads and turn off the meter. Remove the two bottom screws and open the case. Locate the fuse: F0.5A/250V for the mA terminal, F5A/250V for the 5A terminal. Replace with the same rating. Close the case.

What safety precautions should I follow?

Always inspect the meter and leads for damage before use. Do not exceed the rated voltage. Set the switch to the correct range before measuring. Use proper jacks and keep fingers behind guards. Disconnect power and discharge capacitors before resistance or continuity tests. Replace battery when low to avoid false readings. Only use indoors.

USER MANUAL MTB01 Mercury

Please read this manual thoroughly and ensure all contents are fully understood before use of the apparatus.

Warning

To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, and to avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, adhere to the following rules:

Before using the Meter inspect the case. Do not use the Meter if it is damaged or the case (or part of the case) is removed. Look for cracks or missing plastic. Pay attention to the insulation around the connectors.

Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal. Check the test leads for continuity.

Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the meter, between the terminals or between any terminal and grounding.

The rotary switch should be placed in the right position and no changeover of range shall be made during measurement being conducted to prevent damage of the Meter.

When the meter working at an effective voltage over 60V in DC or 30Vrms in AC, special care should be taken for there is danger of electric shock.

Use the proper terminals, function, and range for your measurements.

Do not use or store the meter in an environment of high temperature, humidity, explosive, inflammable, and strong magnetic field. The performance of the meter may deteriorate after dampened.

When using the test leads, keep your fingers

behind the finger guards.

➢ Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes or hFE.
Replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator 📁 appears. With a low battery, the meter may produce false readings that can lead to electric shock and personal injury.
Remove the connection between the testing leads and the circuit being tested and turn the meter power off before opening the meter case.
The internal circuit of the meter shall not be altered at will to avoid damage of the meter and any accident.
Soft cloth and mild detergent should be used to clean the surface of the meter in regular basis. No abrasive and solvent should be used to prevent the surface of the meter from corrosion, damage and accident.
The meter is suitable for indoor use only.
➢ Turn the meter power off when it is not in use and take out the battery when not using for a long time. Check the battery at regular basis as it may leak when it has been using for some time, replace the battery as soon as leaking appears. A leaking battery will damage the meter.

General Specifications

Max display: LCD 3 1/2 digits (1999 count) 0.5" high

Polarity: Automatic, indicated minus, assumed plus.

Measure method: double integral A/D switch implement.

Sampling speed: 2 times per second

Over-load indication: "1" is displayed

Operating Environment: 0°C\~40°C, at <80%RH

Storage Environment: -10°C\~50°C, at <85%RH

Power: 9V NEDA 1604 or 6F22

Low battery indication: " "+ -

Static electricity: about 4mA

Product Size: 126 x 70 x 26mm

Product net weight: 108g (including battery)

Series Multimeters Function Table

MODEL DCV ACV DCA OHM hFE
MTB01	√	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
MTB02	√	√	√	√	√	√

Technical Specifications

Accuracies are guaranteed for 1 year, 23^ ± 5^ , less than 80% RH

DC VOLTAGE

RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
200mV	100uV ±(0.5% of rdg + 3D)
2000mV	1mV	±(0.8% of rdg + 5D)
20V	10mV
200V	100mV
500V	1V	±(1.0% of rdg + 5D)

OVERLOAD PROTECTION: 220V rms AC for 200mV range and 500V DC or 500Vrms for all ranges.

AC VOLTAGE

RANGE	RESOLUTION	ACCURACY
200V	100mV	±(2.0% of rdg +10D)
500V	1V

RESPONSE: Average responding, calibrated in rms of a sine wave.

FREQUENCY RANGE: 45Hz \~ 450Hz

OVERLOAD PROTECTION: 500V DC or 500V rms for all ranges.

AUDIBLE CONTINUITY

RANGE	DESCRIPTION
	Built-in buzzer sounds if resistance is less then 30±20Ω

OVERLOAD PROTECTION:15 seconds maximum 220Vrms.

DC CURRENT

RANGE	RESOLUTION ACCURACY
200uA	100nA	±(1.8% of rdg +2D)
2000uA	1uA
20mA	10uA
200mA	100uA ±(2.0% of rdg +2D)
5A	10mA ±(2.0% of rdg +10D)

OVERLOAD PROTECTION: F0.5A/250V and F5A/250V fuse

MEASURING VOLTAGE DROP: 200mV

RESISTANCE

RANGE	RESOLUTION ACCURACY
200Ω	0.1Ω ±(1.0% of rdg +10D)
2000Ω	1Ω	±(1.0% of rdg +4D)
20KΩ	10Ω
200KΩ	100Ω
2000KΩ	1KΩ

MAXIMUM OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE: 3V. OVERLOAD PROTECTION: 15 seconds maximum 220Vrms.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DC & AC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

1. Connect red test lead to "VΩmA" jack, Black lead to "COM" jack.
2. Set RANGE switch to desired VOLTAGE position, if the voltage to be measured is not known beforehand, set switch to the highest range and reduce it until satisfactory reading is obtained.
3. Connect test leads to device or circuit being measured.
4. Turn on power of the device or circuit being measured voltage value will appear on Digital Display along with the voltage polarity.

DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT

1. Red lead to "VΩmA". Black lead to "COM" (for measurements between 200mA and 5A connect red lead to "5A" jack with fully depressed.)
2. Set RANGE switch to desired DCA position.
3. Open the circuit to be measured, and connect test leads in SERIES with the load in with current is to measure.
4. Read current value on Digital Display.
5. Additionally, "5A" function is designed for intermittent use only. Maximum contact time of the test leads with the circuit is 10 seconds, with a minimum intermission time of 15 minutes between tests.

RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT

1. Red lead to "VΩmA". Black lead to "COM".

2. Set RANGE switch to desired position.

3. If the resistance being measured is connected to a circuit, turn off power and discharge all capacitors before measurement.

4. Connect test leads to circuit being measured.
5. Read resistance value on Digital Display.

DIODE MEASUREMENT

1. Red lead to "VΩmA", Black lead to "COM".
2. Set RANGE switch to " " position.
3. Connect the red test lead to the anode of the diode to be measured and black test lead to cathode.
4. The forward voltage drop in mV will be displayed. If the diode is reversed, figure "1" will be shown.

TRANSISTOR hFE MEASUREMENT

1. Set RANGE switch to the hFE position.
2. Determine whether the transistor is PNP of NPN type and locate the Emitter, Base and Collector leads. Insert the leads into the proper holes of the hFE Socket.
3. The meter will display the approximate hFE value at the condition of base current 10 A and V_CE 2.8 ~V .

AUDIBLE CONTINUITY TEST

1. Red lead to "VΩmA", Black lead to "COM".
2. RANGE switch to " " position.
3. Connect test leads to two points of circuit to be tested. If the resistance is lower then 30 ± 20 , the buzzer will sound.

BATTERY AND FUSE REPLACEMENT

Fuse rarely need replacement and blow almost always as a result of operator error.

If “” appears in display, it indicates that the battery should be replaced.

To replace battery & Fuse (F500mA/250V for mA terminal and F5A/250V for 5A terminal) remove the 2 screws in the bottom of the case, simply remove the old, and replace with a new one. Be careful to observe polarity.

ACCESSORIES

Operator's instruction manual
Set of test leads (red and black)
9-volt battery, NEDA 1604 6F22 type.

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Errors and omissions excepted.

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