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AM-1081 Hand Charger Digital Multimeter

Green power and hybrid power. Measurement: ACV, ACA, DCV, DCA, ohms, continuity beeper, Hz, capacitance, diode, data hold. A/D counts no.: 6000 counts. Zero adjustment: Automatic. Sampling time: Approx. 0.5 to 1 second. Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F). Operating humidity: Less than 80% RH. Power Supply: Green power: Power from the hand generator, battery is not needed; Battery power: DC 3V battery (CR-2032) x 2 PCs. Power consumption: DC 3mA

Manuals: 
User's Manual (1.57 Mb)

AKTAKOM AM-1081 is a multimeter with hybrid power supply: from the hand generator and battery.

Features:

  • Green power, battery is not needed, power supply from the hand generator, 10 to 20 seconds operation of the generator will typically offer 10 minutes energy
  • Hybrid power, meter can be also supplied by the battery
  • Meet CATIII 600V
  • 6000 counts A/D, high resolution
  • ACV, ACA, DCV, DCA, ohms, continuity, Hz, capacitance, diode, data hold Smart function, Auto range or manual range with hold
  • Smart operation, built-in 4 intelligent functions: “V”, “Ω”, “mA”, “10A”
  • “V” function can select ACV, DCV automatically with auto range
  • “Ω” function can select the resistance , diode, continuity beeper, capacitance automatically with auto range
  • “10A” “mA” function can measure ACA, DCA with auto range
  • Data hold (auto range)
  • Auto power off is available to save battery life. This function can't be disabled.
  • Both 10A, mA current ranges build fuses for safety consideration
  • 10 M ohm impedance for voltage circuit
  • Built-in overload protection for most ranges
  • LSI circuit provides high reliability and durability
  • Uses durable long-lasting components enclosed in strong lightweight ABS-plastic housing
  • Full line optional adapters: clamp adapter, tachometer adapter, pressure adapter, humidity adapter, sound level adapter, anemometer adapter, light adapter, EMF adapter

Specifications:

General specifications:

Green power and hybrid power:

  • Green power, battery is not needed, power supply from the hand generator, 10 to 20 seconds operation of the generator will typically offer 10 minutes energy
  • Hybrid power, meter can be also supplied by the battery power

Display: 1.8x1.7in/46x45mm large LCD display

Measurement: ACV, ACA, DCV, DCA, ohms, continuity beeper, Hz, capacitance, diode, data hold

A/D counts no.: 6000 counts

Smart function:

  • “V” function can select ACV, DCV automatically with auto range
  • “Ω” function can select the resistance, diode, continuity beeper, capacitance, diode, continuity beeper, capacitance automatically with auto range
  • “10A” “mA” function can measure ACA, DCA with auto range

Data hold: To freeze the display reading on the LCD display

Available for auto range only

Power On/Off management: If the meter is not operated within 3 minutes there will be auto power switch off

Polarity: Automatic Switching, “–“ indicates negative polarity

Zero adjustment: Automatic

Sampling time: Approx. 0.5 to 1 second

Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)

Operating humidity: Less than 80% RH.

Power Supply:

  • Green power: Power from the hand generator, battery is not needed
  • Battery power: DC 3V battery (CR-2032) x 2 PCs

Power consumption: DC 3mA

Electrical specifications (23±5°C):

DC/AC Voltage; auto range
Range 6V/60V/600V
Resolution 0.001V/0.01V/0.1V
Accuracy DCV: ±(1%+2d )
ACV: ±(1.2%+5d)
Input impedance 10 M ohm
Over load protection AC/DC 600V
Remark The input impedance is 10 Mega ohm ACV specification be tested on sine wave 50/60Hz For smart function, the ACV start measurement voltage is larger than 400mV±100mV

DC/AC Current; auto range
Range mA range 600mA/60mA
10A range 10A
Resolution mA range 0.1mA/0.01mA
10A range 0.01A
Accuracy mA range ±(1.2%+2d)
10A range ±(1.5%+2d)
Over load protection mA range 630mA fuse
10A range 10A fuse
Remark ACA specification be tested on sine wave 50/60Hz for smart function, the ACA start measurement is 10A range: 1.50A, mA range: 1.50mA

OHMS; auto range
Range 600/6K/60K/600K/6M ohm
Resolution 0.1/1/10/100/1K ohm
Accuracy ±(1%+3d)
Over load protection ±350DCV, 350ACV

Capacitance; auto range
Range 6nF/60nF/600nF/6uF/60uF
Resolution 0.001nF/0.01nF/0.1nF/0.001uF/0.01uF
Accuracy ±(3%+5d)
Remark Discharge capacitor before testing

Frequency
Range 40Hz to 1kHz
Resolution 1Hz
Accuracy ±(0.3%+2d)
Input impedance 10 M ohm
Over load protection AC/DC 600V

Diode: Short/non conductance, good/defect test
Continuity: If measuring resistance is less than 10 ohm, the beeper will sound
Weight: 0.75lb/340g
Dimensions: 6.0x3.1x1.8in/152x78x45mm

Standard accessories:

  • Red and Black Test Leads

  • Instruction Manual

Optional accessories:

Full line adapters:

  • ACA/DCA current adapter
  • Tachometer adapter
  • Humidity adapter
  • Pressure adapter
  • Light adapter
  • EMF adapter
  • Sound level adapter
  • High voltage probe

AC / DC voltage measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal.
  2. Connect RED test lead into "V" terminal
  3. Select the "Function switch" to the "V" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART", the meter is under "Smart" mode for voltage measurement.
  5. The meter can measure the ACV, DCV value automatically and with auto range selection.

AC voltage measurementDC voltage measurement

Current 10A (AC/DC) measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal
  2. Connect RED test lead into "10A" terminal
    Open the circuit in which current is to be measured. Now securely connect test leads in series with the load in which the current is be measured.
  3. Select the "Function switch" to the "10A" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART". The meter is under "Smart" mode for ACA, DCA.
  5. The meter can measure the ACA, DCA value with 10A range.
    The max. measurement current for the 10A range should less than 10A, otherwise the protection fuse will be broken.

Current 10A AC measurement

Current mA (AC/DC) measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal.
  2. Connect RED test lead into "mA" terminal.
    Open the circuit in which current is to be measured. Now securely connect test leads in series with the load in which the current is be measured.
  3. Select the "Function switch" to the "mA" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART", the meter is under "Smart" mode for AC mA, DC mA measurement.
  5. The meter can measure the AC mA, DC mA value automatically and with auto range selection (60mA, 600mA).
    The max. measurement current for the mA range should less than 600mA, otherwise the protection fuse will be broken.

DCA Measurement

Capacitance Measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal.
  2. Connect RED test lead into "Ω" terminal.
  3. Select the "Function rotary switch" to the "" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART", the meter is under "Smart" mode for capacitance measurement.
  5. The meter can measure the capacitance value automatically and with auto range selection.

Capacitance Measurement

Hz Measurement

During the measurement:
Voltage (ACV/DCV) measurement
Current mA (AC/DC) measurement
Current 10A (AC/DC) measurement
if press the "Hz button" once, the Display will show "AUTO" and "Hz" indicator, now the meter is ready for frequency measurement of the measurement signal with auto range indication.

Hz Measurement

Resistance measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal.
  2. Connect RED test lead into "Ω" terminal.
  3. Select the "Function switch" to the "Ω" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART", the meter is under "Smart" mode for resistance measurement.
  5. The meter can measure the resistance value automatically and with auto range selection.

Resistance measurement

Continuity, Diode measurement

Continuity measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal.
  2. Connect RED test lead into "Ω" terminal.
  3. Select the "Function switch" to the "" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART", the meter is under "Smart" mode for Continuity measurement.
  5. When the resistance value is less than 10ohm, the beeper sound will be generated, the Display will show "" indicator.

Continuity Check

Diode measurement

  1. Connect BLACK test lead into "COM" terminal.
  2. Connect RED test lead into "Ω" terminal.
  3. Select the "Function switch" to "" position.
  4. Power On the meter by pressing the "Power On button" once, the Display will show "SMART", the meter is under "Smart" mode for Diode measurement.
  5. a. When connected with polarity, a forward current flow is established and the approx. Diode Forward Voltage (VF) value in volt will appears on the display reading. If the diode under test is defective, ".000" or near ".000" value (short circuit) or "OL" (open circuit) will be displayed.
  6. When connected, a reverse check on the diode is made. If the diode under test is good, "OL" will be displayed. If the diode under test is defective, ".000" or other numbers will be displayed. Proper diode testing should include both steps a. and b. above

Diode Test

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter have auto power off function?
  • How can I deactivate Auto Power Off function of AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter?
  • What does «Smart» indicator mean in the like mode of AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter?
  • How can I select the measurement range when operating AKTAKOM AMM-1081?

  • Does AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter have auto power off function?

    Yes, it does. There is Auto Power Off function in AMM-1081: the device power automatically goes off if you do not use the device within 3 minutes. The device will make 3 short sound signals and before powering off – one more long signal. To start the operation again press any button.


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    How can I deactivate Auto Power Off function of AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter?

    Auto Power Off function can’t be disabled in AMM-1081 multimeter.


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    What does «Smart» indicator mean in the like mode of AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter?

    «Smart» indicator means AKTAKOM AMM-1081 is in automated mode to define the function under measurement.

    To select the function under measurement manually press Select button (at this moment «Smart» indicator will be off).


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    How can I select the measurement range when operating AKTAKOM AMM-1081?
    Press Range button on AKTAKOM AMM-1081 multimeter and you will be able to select the required range manually.
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