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| [* black] Switch on your multimeter, and set the dial to DC voltage mode (indicated by a V with a straight line, or the symbol ⎓). | |
| [* icon_note] Virtually all consumer electronic devices run on DC voltage. AC voltage—the kind that runs through the lines to your house—is considerably more dangerous, and beyond the scope of this guide. | |
| - | [* black] Most multimeters are not autoranging, meaning you will need to set the correct range for the voltage you intend to measure. If you're not sure, start with the highest range. |
| + | [* black] Most multimeters are not autoranging, meaning you will need to set the correct range for the voltage you expect to measure. |
| + | [* black] Each setting on the dial lists the maximum voltage it can measure. So for example, if you expect to measure more than 2 volts but less than 20, use the 20 volt setting. |
| + | [* black] If you're not sure, start with the highest setting. |