DCC SPECIALTIES 246-RRampmeterV2 - Digital Meter for DCC- DC & AC Volts & Amps -- Version II - Enclosed w/Clip Leads (Scale=All)246-RRampmeterV2

The DCC SPECIALTIES 246-RRampmeterV2 is an upgraded digital meter crafted for model railroaders. Version II comes enclosed with clip leads and is suitable for all scales. It accurately measures DCC, AC, and DC volts and amps. The PCB is 5.63 inches long, and the enclosure measures 4 inches in length, 2 inches in width, and 1.25 inches in height. This remarkable meter can do what no other meter can. It allows for easy walk - around measurements of layout voltage drops and helps set up booster output to the optimum voltages for decoders and sound units. It's the only inexpensive device that can accurately measure DCC volts/amps, and it also measures AC and DC volts/amps. It costs less than DVMs that can't measure DCC. Ver I, II, & III are rated at 10 Amps, and Ver IV is rated at 20 Amps. It measures true RMS volts/amps with an accuracy of +/- 2%. No batteries are required, and it's designed for both left - and right - hand use. There are 3 styles available: Version I is a circuit module without an enclosure; Version II comes with an enclosure and clip leads; Version III has a battery backup for measurements below 7 Volts; Version IV is for large - scale high - voltage and current applications.

Using the DCC SPECIALTIES 246-RRampmeterV2 is quite straightforward. First, if you're using Version II, take it out with the enclosed clip leads. Connect the clip leads to the points on your model railroad layout where you want to measure the voltage or current. For measuring layout voltage drops, simply walk around the layout with the meter and take readings. To set up the booster output to the optimum voltage for decoders and sound units, connect the meter to the booster output and adjust the settings until you get the right voltage. When it comes to safety, make sure the power is off before connecting or disconnecting the clip leads to avoid any electrical shocks. As for maintenance, keep the meter in a dry and clean place. Wipe it gently with a soft cloth if it gets dirty. Since it doesn't require batteries, you don't have to worry about battery replacement. If you're using Version III with battery backup, check the battery regularly to ensure it's in good condition for measurements below 7 Volts.