DT9205A multimeter is not switching on after measuring the DC voltage. Can any one help me?

[Suniln]

Hi Friends,
I have a dt9205a multimeter. I wanted to measure DC voltage of more than 1000V. After I place probes on terminals, my multimeter has gone Off and a Red led under the power button is switched On. I am not sure of the significance of this Led. Now multimeter is not working. When I try to switch on with power button, display is getting on and off.

Request your help to solve the issue?

Thanks,
Sunil

 

[duke37]

You have not given the specifications of the meter. If you are measuring over 1000V on a 1000V range, then you may have popped it. It may be possible to reset by removing the baattery for a few minutes.
I have a cheap digital meter which fizzed when 600V was applied on the 1000V range. Luckily it still works at low voltages.

 

[kellys_eye]

The DT9205 is not a suitable meter for measuring ANYTHING over 300V, let alone 1000V!!! I'd be worried doing even 300V on that type of meter.

The reviews on it are 'fake' - done by those that don't know what they're talking about. If you want to SAFELY measure 300V and upwards then get a proper multimeter (and don't expect to pay less than $50-$100 for one). Anything less risks no only the meter but your own life.

You've probably arced over on the circuit board and destroyed the processor.

 

[Minder]

Have you at least checked the fuse?
It may have popped this if it didn't already destroy the meter.
M.