Multifunction SPECIALIST

Environment
Digital Multimeter

LIFETIME
WARRANTY

4000
CAT IV
DISPLAY
600V
COUNT

LIGHT &
RELATIVE
SOUND
HUMIDITY
LEVELS
 QM1594

Multifunction
Environment
Digital Multimeter User Manual

Thank you for purchasing this Multifunction Environment Digital Multimeter.

Use this multimeter to measure environmental conditions such as sound &
light levels, indoor humidity and temperature. Ideal for use in server rooms,
construction sites, factories, laboratories, greenhouse / hydroponics, archive &
storage areas, and anywhere environmental conditions need to be considered.
Take light readings of various spaces and compare them to the recommended
levels listed in the enclosed manual. The multimeter also features non-contact
voltage detection and measures both AC & DC voltage and current.

Please familiarise yourself with the functions of the multimeter before use.
We recommend retaining this manual for ease of reference.

• Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death.
• Always remove the test leads before replacing the battery or fuses.
• Before using the meter, please inspect the condition of the test leads and
the meter itself for any damage. If damage is present, please discontinue
use.
• Do not measure voltage if the voltage on the terminals exceeds 1000V above
earth ground.
• Use great care if voltages are greater than 30VAC RMS. Anything above this
is considered a shock hazard.
• Always discharge capacitors and disconnect power before performing diode,
resistance or continuity tests.
• Do not exceed the maximum limits of the input values shown in the
specification tables on pages 12-16 of this manual.
• Remove the batteries from the meter if it will be unused for an extended
period of time.
• Always turn the function switch to the off position when not in use.

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FUNCTIONS FUNCTIONS
Max. Display 4000 Count Temperature Yes
Basic Accuracy 0.5% Continuity Yes
DC Voltage Range 400mV - 250V Non-Contact Yes
Voltage Detection
AC Voltage Range 400mV - 250V
Data Hold Yes
DC Current Range 400µA - 10A
Relative Yes
AC Current Range 400µA - 10A
Measurement
Resistance 400Ω - 40MΩ
Diode Test Yes
Capacitance (CAP) 50nF - 100µF
Duty Cycle Yes
Frequency (Hz) Up to 10MHz
Autoranging Yes
Light Meter Yes
LCD Backlight Yes
Sound Meter Yes
Auto Power Off Yes
Relative Humidity Yes
Photo Diode

Microphone Humidity &

Semiconductor Sensor
LCD Screen

Relative Measurement LED Indicator

Button
Hz% Button
Hold & Backlight
Range Button Button
Mode Button Temperature
Type Button

Function Switch

Positive VHz%
10A Input Jack
Input Jack

Positive mA, μA
Input Jack COM Input Jack

The fuse & battery compartment are at the rear of the multimeter.

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FUNCTIONS
Autoranging/ The meter’s default setting is autoranging. This
Manual automatically selects the best range for the selected
test/measurement.
• To set the meter to manual, press the RANGE
button. The “AUTO” icon on the screen will turn
off.
• Press the RANGE button to move through the
available ranges until you see the range you want.
• To exit the manual mode and return to
autoranging, press and hold the RANGE button for
2 seconds.
Mode The MODE button helps you to move through various
operations with various icons displayed on-screen. It
also allows you to select between AC or DC current
measurements.
Function S elect a measurement range by turning the switch to
Switch the preferred option.
LCD Screen Readings and measurements taken by the multimeter
will display in this area.
Hold & • Press the HOLD button to lock readings as displayed
Backlight on the screen. Press again to unlock.
• Press the HOLD button longer to turn the backlight
on. Press the HOLD button longer again to turn the
backlight off.
Note: The backlight will automatically turn off after
10 seconds.
Relative This allows you to make measurements relative to a
Button stored reference value. The displayed value is then
the difference between the referenced (stored) value
and the measured value.
• Press the REL button to store a reading. The REL
indicator will appear on the display. The display will
now indicate the difference between the stored
value and the measured value.
• Press the REL button to exit the relative mode.

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Hz/% Button • Press the button to measure frequency or duty cycle
while measuring voltage.
• Press the button again to return to measuring
voltage.
°C/°F Room Use this button to switch between Celsius and
Fahrenheit room temperature measurements.
Non-Contact • Face the top of the multimeter to the ACV source
Voltage you wish to test.
Detection • If source voltage is 50-1000V, the LED indicating
light will turn on.
NOTE: Static electricity or other sources of energy can
randomly trip the sensor.
Input Jacks • VHz%: Positive input terminal
• COM: Negative input terminal
• µA mA: Positive input terminal
• 10A: Positive input terminal for 10A currents
Auto Power The auto power off feature will turn the meter off
Off after 30 minutes of inactivity.
Low Battery  will appear on screen when the battery voltage
Indication drops below the operating level.

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 SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Continuity
Diode Test
Low Battery

AC Alternating Current / Voltage

AUTO Autoranging
DC Direct Current / Voltage
HOLD Display Hold
V Volts
A, mA, µA Current Range

SOUND LEVEL MEASUREMENT

1) Set the function switch to the “dB” position.
2) Remove the meter and face the microphone to sound source in a
horizontal position.
3) The C-weighting curve is nearly uniform over the frequency range
from 30 to 10,000Hz, thus giving an indication of overall Sound level.
4)The fast response is suitable to measure shout bursts and peak values
from sound source.
5) The sound level will be displayed.
NOTE: Strong wind (over 10m/sec.) striking the microphone can cause
misreading for measurement in windy locations, a windscreen should be
used in front of microphone.

HUMIDITY MEASUREMENT
1) Set the function switch to the ON position.
2) Place the meter in the middle of the room you wish to measure.
3) Read the %RH in the display for about two hours.

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LIGHT MEASUREMENT
1) Set the function switch to the desired “Lux” or “x10 Lux” range.
2) Remove the meter and face the photo detector to the light source in a
horizontal position.
3) Read the illuminance nominal from the LCD display.
4) Over-range: If the instrument displays “1” in the M.S.D. the input
signal is too strong, and a higher range should be selected.
5) When the measurement is completed, turn the function switch to the
OFF position and remove it from the light source.
6) Spectral sensitivity characteristic: To the detector, the applied photo
diode with filters makes the spectral sensitivity characteristic almost
meet C.I.E (International Commission on Illumination) photopia curve
V () as the following chart describes.

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100%(Relative Sensitivity) Spectral Sensitivity

80% V(λ)
60%
40%
20%
0
400 500 600 700
Wavelength(nm)

•Recommended Illumination:
Locations Lux
*Office
Conference, Reception room. 200 to 750
Clerical work 700 to 1,500
Typing drafting 1000 to 2,000
*Factory
Packing work, Entrance passage 150 to 300
Visual work at production line 300 to 750
Inspection work 7 750 to 1,500
Electronic parts assembly line 1500 to 3,000
*Hotel
RECOMMENDED ILLUMINATION

LOCATIONS LUX
Locations Lux
Office Conference, Reception 200 to 750
room.
Clerical work 700 to 1500
Typing drafting 1000 to 2000
Factory Packing work, Entrance 150 to 300
passage
Visual work at production 300 to 750
line
Inspection work 750 to 1500
Electronic parts assembly 1500 to 3000
line
Hotel Public room, Cloakroom 100 to 200
Reception, Cashier 200 to 1000
Store Indoors stairs corridor 1500 to 3000
Show window, Packing 750 to 1500
table
Forefront of show 1500 to 3000
window
Hospital Sickroom, Warehouse 100 to 200
Medical Examination 300 to 750
room, Operating room
Emergency Treatment 750 to 1500
School Auditorium, Indoor 100 to 300
Gymnasium
Class room 200 to 750
Laboratory, library, 500 to 1500
drafting room

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OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT
1) Set the function switch to the °C or °F position.
2) Then the display will show the environment temperature reading
value directly.
3) Insert the black plug of the temperature probe into the COM jack.
4) Insert the red plug into the “VHz%” jack.
5) Touch the end of the temperature sensor to the area or surface of the
object to be measured. The display will show the temperature reading
value directly.

AC & DC VOLTAGE MEASUREMENT

1) Insert the black test lead banana into the negative COM jack.
2) Insert the red test lead banana into the positive VHz% jack.
3) Set the function switch to the desired voltage measurement.
4) Connect the test leads across the source or load under measurement.
5) Press the MODE button to select AC or DC.
6) Note the reading displayed on the screen. The polarity of the red
connection will be indicated when making a measurement.
7) Press the Hz% button to indicate “Hz” on the screen. Take note of the
measured frequency.
9) Press the Hz% button again to indicate “%” on the screen. Take note
of the measured % of duty cycle.

DC CURRENT MEASUREMENT
1) Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
2) For current measurements up to:
• 4000µA DC - set the function switch to the µA position and insert the
red test lead banana plug into the µA jack.
• 400mA DC - set the function switch to the mA position and insert the
red test lead banana plug into the mA jack.
• 10A DC - set the function switch to the 10A position and insert the red
test lead banana plug into the 10A jack.
3) Press the mode button until “DC” appears in the display.
4) Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit at
the point where you wish to measure current.
5) Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.
6) Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
7) Apply power to the circuit.
8) Read the current in the display. The display will indicate the proper
decimal point, value and symbol.

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AC CURRENT MEASUREMENT
CAUTION: Do not make current measurements on the 10A scale for
longer than 30 seconds. Exceeding 30 seconds may cause damage to the
meter and/or the test leads.

1) Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
2) For current measurements up to:
• 4000µA AC - set the function switch to the µA position and insert the
red test lead banana plug into the µA jack.
• 400mA AC - set the function switch to the mA range and insert the red
test lead banana plug into the mA jack.
• 10A AC - set the function switch to the 10A position and insert the red
test lead banana plug into the 10A jack.
3) Press the mode button until ‘’AC” appears on the display.
4) Remove power from the circuit under test, then open up the circuit at
the point where you wish to measure current.
5) Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.
6) Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.
7) Apply power to the circuit. Read the current in the display. The display
will indicate the proper decimal point, value and symbol.

RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit
under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any resistance
measurements. Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords.

1) Set the function switch to the Ω position.

2) Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
3) Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive VHz% jack.
4) Press the mode button until Ω appears in the display.
5) Touch the test probe tips across the circuit or part under test. It is best
to disconnect one side of the part under test so the rest of the circuit
will not interfere with the resistance reading.
6) Read the resistance in the display. The display will indicate the proper
decimal point, value and symbol.

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CONTINUITY CHECK
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, never measure continuity on circuits or
wires that have voltage on them.

1) Set the function switch to the Ω position.

2 Insert the black lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
3) Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive VHz% jack.
4) Press the MODE button until the symbol appears in the display.
5) Touch the test probe tips to the circuit or wire you wish to check.
6)If the resistance is less than approximately 50Ω, the audible signal will
sound. If the circuit is open, the display will indicate OL.

DIODE TEST
1) Set the function switch to the Ω position.
2) Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
3) Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive VHz% jack.
4) Press the MODE button until the symbol appears in the display.
5) Touch the test probe tips to the diode you wish to test. Note the meter
reading.
6) The diode can be evaluated as follows:
A) A forward voltage will typically indicate 0.400 to 0.700V.
B) Reverse voltage will indicate “OL”.
C) If both readings show OL, the device is open.
D) If both readings are very small or 0, the device is shorted.

CAPACITANCE MEASUREMENTS
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit
under test and discharge all capacitors before taking any capacitance
measurements. Remove the batteries and unplug the line cords.

1) Set the function switch to the CAP position.

2) Press the MODE button until “nF” appears in the display.
3) Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
4) Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive VHz% jack.
5) If the value displayed on the screen isn’t zero then press the REL
button.
6) Touch the test leads to the part to be tested.
7) Read the capacitance in the display. The display will indicate the
proper decimal point, value and symbol.

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FREQUENCY MEASUREMENT
1) Set the function switch to the Hz position.
2) Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.
3) Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive VHz% jack.
4) Touch the test probe tips to the circuit under test.
5) Read the frequency in the display. The digital reading will indicate the
proper decimal point, symbols (Hz, kHz, MHz) and value.

MEASUREMENT SPECIFICATIONS
The following guide is based on an environmental temperature of 18-
28°C and humidity <70%.

SOUND LEVEL
Measurement Range: 35 to 100dB
Resolution: 0/1dB
Typical Instrument
Frequency Range: 30Hz to 10kHz
Frequency Weighting: C - weighting
Time Weighting: Fast
Accuracy: ±5db at 94db sound level, 1kHz sine wace
Microphone: Electric condenser microphone

5-2 LIGHT
Measurement Range: 4000, 40000 Lux
(40000 Lux range reading x10)
Overrate Display: Highest digit of “OL” is displayed
Accuracy: ±5% rdg +10 dgts (calibrated to standard
incandescent lamp at color temperature 2856k)
Repeatability: ±2%
Temperature
Characteristic: ±0.1%/°C
Photo Detector: One silicon photo diode with filter

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TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
-4°F to 1382°F 1°F 3% od rdg ± 9dgts
-20°C to 750°C 1°C 3% od rdg ± 9dgts

Input Impedence 10MΩ

Overload Protection: 250VDC or 250VAC RMS

INDOOR TEMPERATURE RANGE

RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
0°C to 50°C 0.1°C 3% od rdg ± 5dgts

INDOOR HUMIDITY RANGE

RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
33%RH to 99%RH 1%RH 3% of rdg ± 5dgts

Input Impedence 10MΩ

Overload Protection: 250VDC or 250VAC RMS

DC VOLTAGE
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
400mV 0.1mV
4V 1mV ±(1.0% reading + 4 digits)
40V 10mV
400V 100mV
±(1.5% reading + 4 digits)
600V 1V

Input Impedance: 10MΩ

Overload Protection: 600VDC RMS for 400mV range. 600VDC RMS for all
other ranges.

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AC VOLTAGE
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
400mV 0.1mV ±(1.5% reading + 15 digits)
4V 1mV
±(1.0% reading + 4 digits)
40V 10mV
400V 100mV ±(1.5% reading + 4 digits)
600V 1V ±(2.0% reading + 4 digits)

Input Impedance: 10MΩ

Max. Input Voltage: 600VAC RMS
Frequency Range: 50~400Hz
Autoranging except for 400mV range

DC CURRENT
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
400µA 0.1µA ±(1.0% reading + 2 digits)
4000µA 1µA ± (1.0% reading + 2 digits)
400mA 100µA ± (1.2% reading + 2 digits)
10A 10mA ± (2.0% reading + 5 digits)

Overload Protection: 500mA/660V and 10A/600V fuse.

Maximum Inputs: 400mA DC RMS on µA/mA ranges, 10A DC RMS on 10A
range. Autoranging for µA and mA ranges.

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AC CURRENT
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
400µA 0.1µA
±(1.2% reading + 2 digits)
4000µA 1µA
400mA 100µA ±(1.5% reading + 2 digits)
10A 10mA ±(2.0% reading + 5 digits)

Overload Protection: 500mA/660V and 10A/600V fuse.

Frequency Range: 50~400Hz.
Maximum Inputs: 400mA AC RMS on µA/mA ranges, 10A AC RMS on 10A
range. Autoranging for µA and mA ranges.

RESISTANCE
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
400Ω 0.1Ω ±(1.5% reading + 4 digits)
4kΩ 1Ω
40kΩ 10Ω ± (1.5% reading + 2 digits)
400kΩ 100Ω
4MΩ 10kΩ ± (2.0% reading + 2 digits)
40MΩ 1MΩ ± (2.5% reading + 2 digits)

Overload Protection: 15 seconds maximum 250VDC or 250VAC RMS on all

ranges. Max. Open Circuit Voltage: 2.8V

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CAPACITANCE
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
50nF 10pF ±(5.0% reading + 7 digits)
500nF 0.1nF
5µF 1nF ±(3.0% reading + 5 digits)
50µF 10nF
100µF 0.1µF ±(4.0% reading + 5 digits)

Input Protection: 600VDC or 600VAC RMS

FREQUENCY
RANGE RESOLUTION ACCURACY
5Hz 0.001Hz
50kHz 0.01Hz
500kHz 0.1Hz
±(1.2% reading + 3 digits)
5kHz 1Hz
50kHz 10Hz
500kHz 100Hz
10MHz 1kHz ±(1.5% reading + 4 digits)

Input Protection: 250VDC or 250VAC RMS.

Sensitivity: >0.5V RMS while ≤1MHz, >3V RMS while >1MHz.

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MAINTENANCE

BATTERY INSTALLATION
To avoid the false readings, replace the battery as soon as the low battery
power indicator appears. To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads
from any source of voltage before removing the battery cover. Do not
operate the instrument with the battery cover removed.

1) Turn the power off and disconnect the test leads from the meter.
2) Open the rear battery cover with a screwdriver.
3) Remove the old battery and insert the new battery into the battery
holder, observing the correct polarity.
4) Put the battery cover back in place, secure with the screws.

REPLACING FUSES
To avoid electric shock, disconnect the test leads from any source of volt-
age before removing the fuse cover. Do not operate the instrument with
the fuse cover removed.

1) Turn power off and disconnect the test leads from the meter.
2) Remove the cover.
3) Gently remove the old fuse and install the new fuse into the holder.
4) Always use a fuse of the proper size and value (500mA/660V or
10A/600V fast blow).
5) Replace and secure the cover.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Display: 4,000 count LCD display
Over Range Indication: “OL” is displayed
Auto Power: 30 min (approx)
Polarity: Automatic, minus (-) sign for negative
Measurement Rate: 3 times per second nominal
Low Battery Indication: A battery icon displays if battery voltage drops
below operating voltage
Battery: 1 x 9V
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature: -10°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity: <70%
Storage Humidity: <80%
Weight: 335g
Size: 170(L) x 78(W) x 48(H)mm

BOX CONTENTS
1 x Multimeter
1 x Test Leads
1 x K-Type Thermocouple
1 x 9V Battery
1 x Carry Case
1 x User Manual

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WARRANTY
This product is protected by a lifetime warranty (from the date of
purchase) covering all product manufacturing defects/faults that may
occur within this timeframe. This warranty does not cover damage caused
by neglect, misuse, contamination, alteration, accident or abnormal
conditions of operation or handling, including failures caused by use
outside of the product’s specifications, or the normal wear and tear of
mechanical components.

In the event that you suspect your product is defective/faulty, cease

using the product when the suspected defect/fault arises and return
the product along with proof of purchase to the place of purchase or
distributor for assessment. Distributor contact details are available on the
last page of this manual.

If the assessment concludes that the product is indeed defective/faulty,

the product will either be repaired or replaced at no cost to you.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under

the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or
refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably
foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.

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Distributed by:
Electus Distribution Pty. Ltd.
320 Victoria Rd, Rydalmere
NSW 2116 Australia

www.electusdistribution.com.au

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