Hioki dt4212 - Performing Zero Adjustment

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Checking the Relative Value/Performing Zero Adjustment
Performing zero adjustment
When performing zero adjustment, the condition of the test leads
varies depending on the measurement function.
Perform zero adjustment, referring to the table below.
Measurement function
V,

, , A
Condition of the test leads Short circuit Open
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
Red
Black
REL
Example 1: Resistance measurement
1
Select the measurement
function.
2
Connect the test leads to the
measurement terminals.
3
Allow the test leads to
short circuit.
4
Press the REL key.
(After zero adjustment: 0.0

)
5
Measure the resistance.
3
3
Red
2
2
Black
1
REL
4
4
Example 2: Capacitor measurement
1
Select the measurement
function.
2
Connect the test leads to
the measurement terminals.
3
Allow the test leads to
open.
4
Press the REL key.
(After zero adjustment: 0.00 nF)
5
Measure the capacitor.