4 Using the Digital Multimeter Functions  
112 Agilent U1602B/U1604B User’s and Service Guide 
Relative Function
The relative function is also called Null measurement, which is the 
difference between a stored null value or a reference value and the 
measured value. This relative function is applicable for all multimeter 
measurement except the diode test and continuity test. To turn on or off 
the relative function, press F2 in each respective multimeter function 
submenu. 
Example: 
Obtain a 1.177 kW from a resistance measurement and set the reading as a 
reference value by turning on the Relative function. The reading will be 
displayed as 0 W. Perform the second resistance measurement, if the 
reading obtained is 1.766 kW (measured value), the delta of approximately 
0.586 kW (relative value) will be displayed. Formula is shown as below:
Relative value = Measured value -  Reference value
Figure 4-12 Set the reading as reference value