CONCRETE MOISTURE ENCOUNTER X5 USER GUIDE
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4. PIN Meter mode (optional plug-in probe)
The Concrete Moisture Encounter X5 becomes
a resistance type meter and measures the
percentage moisture content (%MC) of
wood when used with the optional plug-in PIN
meter. International wood standards or pre-
programmed wood species can be selected. PIN
meter mode can also be used for Drywall and
WME (Wood Moisture Equivalent) readings for
other materials.
QUICK TIPS for OPERATION:
● Press to power ON/OFF.
● Shortcut Menu: To choose between scales in Non-
Destructive Testing (NDT), or Recently Used Wood
scales in Pin-Meter Mode, press , scroll and
press to select and return to main screen.
● Full Menu: Press to access Full Menu, and
to scroll, to select, and to exit menu to
main screen.
● Full Menu is used to choose NDT and Pin Scales
(Wood Standard, Wood Species, WME, Drywall),
Pin Temperature, Language and Temperature Scale
(Cº of Fº).