Multimetro

Dual Measurement Multimeter
GDM-834X Series
USER MANUAL
GW INSTEK PART NO. 82DM-83420E01
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 5
GETTING STARTED ........................................................ 10

Characteristics .......................................... 11
Appearance ............................................... 14
Set Up ....................................................... 24
OPERATION .................................................................. 29
Basic Measurement Overview ................... 31
AC/DC Voltage Measurement ................... 33
AC/DC Current Measurement ................... 39
Resistance Measurement .......................... 43
Diode Test ................................................ 45
Capacitance Measurement ........................ 46
Continuity Test .......................................... 48
Frequency/Period Measurement ............... 51
Temperature Measurement ....................... 53
Dual Measurement Overview .................... 57
Advanced Measurement Overview ............ 62
dBm/dB/W Measurement ......................... 63
Max/Min Measurement ............................. 66
Relative Measurement .............................. 67
Hold Measurement ................................... 69
Compare Measurement ............................. 70
Math Measurement ................................... 72
SYSTEM/DISPLAY CONFIGURATION.............................. 76
View Serial Number .................................. 77
View Version Number ............................... 77
Brightness Settings ................................... 78
Input Resistance Settings ......................... 79
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GDM-834X Series User Manual
Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings ........ 80

Compatibility Settings ............................... 81
Restore Factory Default Settings ............... 82
USB STORE .................................................................... 83

USB Store Overview .................................. 84
REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................... 101

Configure Remote Control Interface ........ 102
Return to Local Control ........................... 105
COMMAND OVERVIEW ................................................ 106

Command Syntax .................................... 106
Command List ........................................ 111
FAQ .............................................................................. 142
APPENDIX .................................................................... 143

System Menu Tree ................................... 143
Factory Default Settings .......................... 144
Replacing the AC Source Fuse ................. 145
Replacing the Input Fuse ........................ 146
Status system ......................................... 148
Specifications ......................................... 149
Dimensions ............................................ 155
Declaration of Conformity ....................... 156
INDEX .......................................................................... 157
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Table of Contents
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This chapter contains important safety instructions that you
must follow during operation and storage. Read the following
before any operation to ensure your safety and to keep the
instrument in the best possible condition.
Safety Symbols
These safety symbols may appear in this manual or on the
instrument.
Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that

WARNING could result in injury or loss of life.
Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that

CAUTION could result in damage to the DMM or to other
properties.
DANGER High Voltage
Attention Refer to the Manual
Protective Conductor Terminal
Earth (ground) Terminal
Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted

municipal waste. Please use a separate collection
facility or contact the supplier from which this
instrument was purchased.
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Safety Guidelines
General  Make sure that the voltage input level does not
Guideline exceed DC1000V/AC750V.
 Make sure the current input level does not
CAUTION exceed 12A.
 Do not place any heavy object on the
instrument.
 Avoid severe impact or rough handling that can
lead to damaging the instrument.
 Do not discharge static electricity to the
instrument.
 Use only mating connectors, not bare wires, for
the terminals.
 Do not block or obstruct the cooling fan vent
opening.
 Do not perform measurement at the source of a
low-voltage installation or at building
installations (Note below).
 Do not disassemble the instrument unless you
are qualified as service personnel.
 Make sure that the COM terminal to earth is
limited to 500Vpk.
(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the measurement categories and
their requirements as follows. The GDM-834X falls under category II
600V.
 Measurement category IV is for measurement performed at the
source of low-voltage installation.
 Measurement category III is for measurement performed in the
building installation.
 Measurement category II is for measurement performed on the
circuits directly connected to the low voltage installation.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Power Supply  AC Input voltage: 100/120/220/240 V AC

 50/60Hz
WARNING
 The power supply voltage should not fluctuate
more than 10%.
 Connect the protective grounding conductor of
the AC power cord to an earth ground, to avoid
electrical shock.
Fuse  Fuse type: 0.125AT 100/120VAC
0.063AT 220/240 VAC
WARNING  Make sure the correct type of fuse is installed
before power up.
 To avoid risk of fire, replace the fuse only with
the specified type and rating.
 Disconnect the power cord before fuse
replacement.
 Make sure the cause of a fuse blowout is fixed
before fuse replacement.
Cleaning the  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.

Instrument  Use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild
detergent and water. Do not spray any liquid.
 Do not use chemicals containing harsh material
such as benzene, toluene, xylene, and acetone.
Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free,

Environment almost non-conductive pollution (Note below)
 Temperature: Full accuracy for 0°C to 50°C
 Humidity: 0~35°C: < 80%RH
>35°C: <70%RH
 Altitude: <2000m
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(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their

requirements as follows. The GDM-8342/8341 falls under degree 2.
 Pollution refers to “addition of foreign matter, solid, liquid, or
gaseous (ionized gases), that may produce a reduction of
dielectric strength or surface resistivity”.
 Pollution degree 1: No pollution or only dry, non-conductive
pollution occurs. The pollution has no influence.
 Pollution degree 2: Normally only non-conductive pollution
occurs. Occasionally, however, a temporary conductivity caused
by condensation must be expected.
 Pollution degree 3: Conductive pollution occurs, or dry, non-
conductive pollution occurs which becomes conductive due to
condensation which is expected. In such conditions, equipment
is normally protected against exposure to direct sunlight,
precipitation, and full wind pressure, but neither temperature
nor humidity is controlled.
Storage  Location: Indoor

environment  Temperature: -10°C to 70°C
 Humidity: 0~35°C: <90%RH
>35°C: <80%RH
Disposal Do not dispose this instrument as unsorted
municipal waste. Please use a separate collection
facility or contact the supplier from which this
instrument was purchased. Please make sure
discarded electrical waste is properly recycled to
reduce environmental impact.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Power cord for the United Kingdom

When using the unit in the United Kingdom, make sure the power
cord meets the following safety instructions.
NOTE: This lead/appliance must only be wired by competent persons
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

IMPORTANT: The wires in this lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Green/ Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live (Phase)
As the colours of the wires in main leads may not correspond with
the coloured marking identified in your plug/appliance, proceed
as follows:
The wire which is coloured Green & Yellow must be connected to
the Earth terminal marked with either the letter E, the earth symbol
or coloured Green/Green & Yellow.
The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured Blue or Black.
The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter L or P or coloured Brown or Red.
If in doubt, consult the instructions provided with the equipment
or contact the supplier.
This cable/appliance should be protected by a suitably rated and
approved HBC mains fuse: refer to the rating information on the
equipment and/or user instructions for details. As a guide, a cable
of 0.75mm2 should be protected by a 3A or 5A fuse. Larger
conductors would normally require 13A types, depending on the
connection method used.
Any exposed wiring from a cable, plug or connection that is
engaged in a live socket is extremely hazardous. If a cable or plug is
deemed hazardous, turn off the mains power and remove the cable,
any fuses and fuse assemblies. All hazardous wiring must be
immediately destroyed and replaced in accordance to the above
standard.
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GETTING STARTED
This chapter describes the GDM-8342 and GDM-8341
multimeters in a nutshell, including accessories, and package
contents, their main features and front / rear panel introduction.
Characteristics ................................................................ 11
Accessories ................................................................ 12
Package Contents....................................................... 13
Appearance ..................................................................... 14
GDM-8342/8341 Front Panel .................................... 14
Display Overview ....................................................... 20
Rear Panel .................................................................. 22
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GETTING STARTED
Characteristics
The GDM-8342 and GDM-8341 are portable, dual-display digital
multimeters suitable for a wide range of applications, such as
production testing, research, and field verification.
Performance  DCV accuracy: 0.02%

 High current range: 10A
 High Voltage range: 1000V
 High ACV frequency response: 100kHz
Features  50000 count display

 Multi functions: ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, R, C, Hz,
Temp*, Continuity, Diode test, MAX/MIN, REL,
dBm, Hold, MX+B, 1/X, REF%, dB, Compare.
 Manual or Auto ranging
 AC true RMS
 Data Logging to USB*
 Data logging to PC using an Excel Add-In
Interface  Voltage/Resistance/Diode/Capacitance/
Temperature* input
 Current input
 USB device port as standard for remote control
 USB host* for data logging
 Optional GPIB* (factory install)
 Calibration port (for service operators only)
 Excel Add-In for easy-to-use remote control,
data logging and for saving/recalling setups
* These features are only available on the GDM-

8342
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Accessories
Standard Part number Description

Accessories
82DM-83420E01 User Manual CD
82DM-83421M01 Safety Instruction Sheet
GTL-207 Test leads: 1x red, 1x black
Optional Part number Description
Accessories
1040-8342020 GPIB (Factory installed,
GDM-8342 only)
GTL-246 USB Cable
GTL-205 Temperature Probe Adapter
with Thermal Coupling (K-
type)
Download Name Description
gdmvcp.inf (In GDM-834X USB driver
USB DRIVER.ZIP)
GDM-834x Excel Addins Data logging Excel Add-In
logs measurements to a PC
by remote control via the
USB interface only. This
Excel Add-In can’t be used
via the GPIB interface.
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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check the contents before using the instrument.
Opening the box
Contents  Main unit  Power cord x1 (region

(single unit)  Test leads (red x1, dependent)
black x1)  User manual CD
 USB cable x1  Safety instruction
sheet
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Appearance
GDM-8342/8341 Front Panel

Main DC/AC 0.5A Terminal,
Display AMPS Fuse Holder
VW
Terminal
GDM-8342 50000 Counts Dual Measurement Multimeter INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX
COM
1000V
0.5A 750V
POWER
DCI
DC + AC
ACI dB dBm TEMP LOCAL
RANGE
FUSE
T0.5A
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
12A
Terminal
DCV ACV W / / Hz/P 2ND 250V
Auto
REL# MATH COMP INT/EXT USB STO Enter
SHIFT
REL MX/MN HOLD TRIG MENU
EXIT
RANGE DC/AC 12A

Terminal
Power Switch, USB Host Function keys and

port (GDM-8342 only) Arrow keys
Power Switch POWER Turns On or Off the main

power. For the power up
sequence, see page 25.
USB Host Port The Host port is a type A USB port

for logging data. See the USB Store
chapter for more details, page 83.
Note: GDM-8342 only.
Main Display Shows measurement results and parameters. For

display configuration details, see page 78 (light
setting).
For an overview of the main display, see page 20.
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GETTING STARTED
V W Input INPUT This terminal is used for all

Terminal V W measurements except for DC/AC
CAT 600V current measurements.
INPUT
V W MAX
MAX 1000V
CAT 600V 0.5A 750V
COM Terminal MAX

MAX
1000V
Accepts ground (COM) line in all
MAX
0.5A
500Vpk
750V measurements.
COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V The maximum withstand voltage
INPUT
MAX V Wbetweenthis terminal and earth is
500Vpk COM
FUSE CAT 600V
MAX 500Vpk.
12A
T0.5A
250V
MAX
DC/AC 0.5A MAX Low 1000V
current measurement
0.5A
Terminal terminal. Accepts DC/AC Current
750V
input. For details see page 39.

AMPS Fuse
Holder MAX DC: 500μA~0.5A
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE AC: 500μA~0.5A
12A
T0.5A
INPUT
250V
V W As a fuse, protects the instrument
CAT 600V from over-current. Rating: T0.5A,
250V.(This terminal accepts
MAX DC/AC current input)
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
For the fuse replacement
procedure, see page 146.
MAX
DC/AC 12A 500Vpk COM MAX High range current measurement
FUSE
Terminal T0.5A 12A
terminal. Accepts DC/AC Current
250V input. For DCI or ACI details, see
page 39.
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Measurement The top row of measurement keys are used for

Keys basic DMM measurements such as voltage,
current, resistance, capacitance and frequency. The
bottom row of measurement functions are used for
more advanced functions.
Each key has a primary and secondary function.

The secondary function is accessed in conjunction
with the SHIFT key.
Upper Measurement keys
DCV DCI Measures DC Voltage (page 33).

DCV
DCI DCI Measures DC Current (page

(SHIFT→DCV) SHIFT
→ DCV 39).
EXIT
ACV ACI Measures AC Voltage (page 33).

ACV
ACI ACI Measures AC Current (page

(SHIFT→ACV) SHIFT
39).
EXIT → ACV
DCV + ACV DCI ACI Measures DC + AC voltage

(page 33).
DCV
+ ACV
DCI+ACI DCI ACI Measures DC +

SHIFT
AC current
EXIT → DCV
+ ACV
(page 39).
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GETTING STARTED
Resistance/ dB Measures resistance or continuity,

Continuity) W / depending on the selected mode.
See page 43 and 48, respectively.
dB dB Measures dB. See page 65.

(SHIFT→ Ω/ ) SHIFT
EXIT → W /
Diode/ dBm Tests diodes or measures

Capacitance / capacitance, depending on the
selected mode. See page 45 and 46,
respectively.
dBm dBm Measures dBm. See page 63

(SHIFT → / ) SHIFT
EXIT → /
Hz/P TEMP Measures the frequency or period

Hz/P or a signal, depending on the
selected mode. See page 51.
TEMP TEMP Measures temperature. See

(SHIFT → Hz/P) SHIFT
page 53.
EXIT → Hz/P
2ND LOCAL As the 2nd key, selects the

measurement item on the 2nd
2ND
display (page 57). Pressing and
holding for more than 1 second
turns off the 2nd display.
As the Local key, releases the

remote control and returns the
instrument to local panel
operation (page 105).
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Lower Measurement keys
REL REL# Measures the Relative value (page

REL 67).
REL# REL# Manually sets the reference

(SHIFT→REL) SHIFT
value for the Relative value
EXIT → REL
measurement.
MX/MN MATH Measures the Maximum or the

MX/MN Minimum value (page 66).
MATH MATH Enters the Math

(SHIFT→ SHIFT
measurement mode. The
EXIT → MX/MN
MX/MN) supported math functions
include MX+B, REF% and
1/X. See page 72 for details.
HOLD COMP Activates the Hold function (page

HOLD 69).
COMP COMP Activates the compare

(SHIFT→HOLD) SHIFT
measurement function. See
EXIT → HOLD
page 70.
TRIG INT/EXT Triggers sample acquisition

TRIG manually when the trigger is set to
external triggering. See page 32.
(Note: Not supported for
capacitance measurement)
INT/EXT INT/EXT Toggles the trigger source

(SHIFT→TRIG) SHIFT
as either internal or
EXIT → TRIG
external(manual trigger).
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GETTING STARTED
MENU USB STO Enters the configuration menu for

MENU System Settings, Measurement
Settings, Temperature
measurement settings, I/O
settings and USB storage settings.
See page 76 for the system menu.
USB STO USB STO Logs measurement data to

(SHIFT→MENU) SHIFT
a USB drive. This function
EXIT → MENU
is only available for the
GDM-8342. See page 83.
SHIFT/EXIT SHIFT
When used as a SHIFT key, it is
EXIT used to access the secondary
functions associated with the
measurement keys.
When used as an EXIT key, it will

exit out of menu systems.
AUTO/ENTER When used as an AUTO key, it

Auto
Enter will set the range of the selected
function to autorange.
When used as an ENTER key, it

will confirm the entered value or
menu item.
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Arrow Keys RANGE

The arrow keys are used to
navigate the menu system and edit
values.
The Up and Down arrow keys will

also manually set the range for the
RANGE
voltage and current
measurements.
The Left and Right arrow keys will

also toggle the refresh rate
between the fast, medium and
slow rates.
Display Overview
Primary measurement units
Primary measurement Secondary Display
function icons Secondary
GDM-8342 50000 Counts Dual Measurement Multimeter
measurement units
AC DC 2W 4W AUTO F M S HOLD REL MIN MAX RMT nμF
RATIO UNCAL MEM USBSTO nμF C F S W
C F S W M k W Hz
M k W Hz m m V A
m m V A AC DC 2W 4W AUTOMATH LIMIT ERR SHIFT EXT dBm
Secondary
% dB m 2ND COMP STO RCL FILT RS232 LAN USB GPIB REAR measurement
function icons
Primary Display Function status icons
Primary Displays the primary measurement function.

Measurement
Function Icons
Primary Displays the units for the primary measurement
Measurement function.
Units
Secondary Displays the results of the secondary
Display measurement.
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GETTING STARTED
Secondary Displays the units for the secondary measurement

Measurement function.
Units
Secondary Displays the secondary measurement function.
Measurement
function icons
Function Status Display status icons for operations/functions that
Icons are not linked to the primary or secondary
functions.
Primary Display Displays the results of the primary measurement.
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Rear Panel
Optional GPIB port

(GDM-8342 only)
LINE RATING
Power Cord
GPIB 50 / 60 Hz
15VA MAX. 120
FUSE LINE
100
220
100VAC
0.125AT
0.063AT
120VAC
220VAC
240VAC
240
Socket
DISCONNECT POWER CORD AND
TEST LEADS BEFORE REPLACING FUSE
CALIBRATION
USE ONLY
WARNING
SER.NO. LABEL
TO AVOID SHOCK,
REMOVE INPUTS BEFORE OPENING.
USB Device Port, Fuse

Calibration Port 0.125AT/0.063AT
GPIB
GPIB Port
The GPIB port can be
used for remote control.
This is a factory installed
option for the GDM-8342
only.
Power Cord
120 Accepts the power cord.
Socket
AC 100/120/220/240V
100
220
240 ±10%, 50/60Hz
For power on sequence,

see page 25.
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GETTING STARTED
Fuse Socket
120 Holds the main fuse:
100
220
240 100/120 VAC: 0.125AT
220/240 VAC: 0.063AT
For fuse replacement

details, see page 145.
Calibration Port CALIBRATION
USE ONLY Reserved for calibration purposes.
For service technicians only.
USB Device
Type B USB port. This port is used
for remote control.
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Set Up
Tilting the Stand
From the base of the handle, gently pull the handle out sideways
and then rotate it to one of the following positions.
Horizontal
position
Tilt stand
position
Carry position
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GETTING STARTED
Power Up
Steps 1. Ensure the correct line

voltage is lined up with
the arrow on the fuse
holder. If not, see page 145
to set the line voltage and
fuse.
2. Connect the power

cord to the AC
voltage input.
Make sure the ground connector on the power

Note cord is connected to a safety ground. This will
influence the measurement accuracy.
3. Push to turn on the ER

POW
main power switch
on the front panel.
4. The display turns on and shows the last

function that was used before the power was
reset.
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How to Use the Instrument
Background The following section will introduce to you

how to access the basic functions on the DMM
as well as how to navigate the menu system
and the edit parameter values.
Using the Any of the primary functions can be used by

Function keys simply pressing the desired function key.
For example:
To activate the DCV function, press the DCV
key.
DCI
DCV
To activate a secondary function, first press the

SHIFT key followed by the function key for the
secondary function.
For example: To activate DCI measurement,
first press the SHIFT key. SHIFT will be
highlighted on the display. Next, press the
DCV function key. This will activate the DCI
mode.
DCI
SHIFT
EXIT → DCV
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GETTING STARTED
Navigating the The menu system is navigated with the Up,

Menu System Down, Left and Right arrow keys, the
Auto/Enter key and the SHIFT/EXIT key.
RANGE
Auto
Enter
SHIFT
EXIT
RANGE
To enter the menu system, press the MENU

key. See page 143 for the System Menu tree.
USB STO
MENU
 Pressing the Left and Right arrow keys will

navigate to each of the menu items on the
current menu level.
 Pressing the Down key will go down to the
next level of the menu tree.
 Conversely pressing the Up key will allow
you to go back to the previous menu level.
 Pressing Down or Enter on the last item in
a menu tree will allow you to edit the
settings or parameters for that particular
item or setting.
 Pressing the Exit key will allow you to exit
from the current settings and return to the
previous menu tree level.
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Editing a Setting When you access a menu or parameter setting,

or Parameter the Up, Down, Left and Right keys can be used
again to edit the parameter as well.
RANGE
Auto
Enter
RANGE
 If a setting or parameter is flashing, it

indicates that that particular parameter can
be edited.
 Pressing the Left or Right arrow key will
allow you to select a digit or character to
edit.
 Pressing the Up or Down keys will allow
you to edit the selected character.
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OPERATION
OPERATION
Basic Measurement Overview ......................................... 31
Refresh Rate ............................................................... 31
Reading Indicator ....................................................... 31
Automatic/Manual Triggering ................................... 32
AC/DC Voltage Measurement ......................................... 33

Select the Voltage Range ........................................... 35
Voltage Conversion Table .......................................... 37
Crest Factor Table ...................................................... 38
AC/DC Current Measurement ......................................... 39

Select the Current Range ........................................... 41
Resistance Measurement ................................................ 43

Select the Resistance Range ...................................... 44
Diode Test ..................................................................... 45
Capacitance Measurement .............................................. 46

Select the Capacitance Range .................................... 47
Continuity Test ............................................................... 48

Set Continuity Threshold ........................................... 49
Continuity Beeper Settings ........................................ 50
Frequency/Period Measurement ..................................... 51

Frequency/Period Voltage Range Settings ................ 52
Temperature Measurement ............................................. 53

Set the Temperature Units......................................... 54
Select Thermocouple Type......................................... 55
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Set the Reference Junction Temperature .................. 56
Dual Measurement Overview ........................................... 57

Supported dual measurement modes ...................... 57
Using Dual Measurement Mode ............................... 58
Advanced Measurement Overview ................................... 62

Supported Advanced Measurement Functions ........ 62
dBm/dB/W Measurement ................................................ 63

dBm/dB Calculation .................................................. 63
Measuring dBm/W .................................................... 63
Measure dB ................................................................ 65
Max/Min Measurement ................................................... 66
Relative Measurement ..................................................... 67
Hold Measurement ......................................................... 69
Compare Measurement ................................................... 70
Math Measurement ......................................................... 72

Math Measurement Overview ................................... 72
Measure MX+B .......................................................... 72
Measure 1/X ............................................................... 73
Measure Percentage .................................................. 74
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OPERATION
Basic Measurement Overview
Refresh Rate
Background The refresh rate defines how frequently the

DMM captures and updates measurement data.
A faster refresh rate yields a lower accuracy. A
slower refresh rate yields a higher accuracy.
Consider these tradeoffs when selecting the
refresh rate.
For further details, please see the specifications.
Refresh rate Function S M F

(Reading/S)
Continuity / Diode 10 20 40
DCV/DCI/R 5 10 40
ACV/ACI 5 10 40
Frequency / Period 1 10 76
Capacitance 2 2 2
Steps 1. Press the left or right arrow keys to change the

refresh rate.
2. The refresh rate will be F↔M↔S

shown at the top of the
display.
The refresh rate cannot be set for capacitance

Note measurement.
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Reading Indicator
Overview 1. The reading indicator next to the 1st display

flashes according to the refresh rate setting.
Automatic/Manual Triggering
Overview By default, the GDM-8342/8341 automatically

triggers according to the refresh rate. See the
previous page for refresh rate setting details.
The TRIG key is used to manually trigger
acquisition when the trigger mode is set to EXT.
Manual Trigger 1. Press SHIFT+TRIG to toggle the trigger mode

to EXT.
2. Press the TRIG key to manually trigger each

measurement when in EXT trigger mode.
Manual triggering is not supported for capacitance

Note measurements.
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OPERATION
AC/DC Voltage Measurement

The GDM-8342/8341 can measure from 0 to 750VAC or 0 to
1000VDC, however the CATII measurement is only rated up to
600V.
Set to ACV/DCV 1. Press the DCV or ACV key to measure DC or

Measurement AC voltage.
For AC + DC voltage, press the ACV and DCV
keys at the same time.
2. The mode will switch to AC, DC or AC+DC

mode immediately, as shown below.
AC & DC Voltage Measurement
indicator units range
AC DC S
Connection Connect the test lead between the V and the

COM terminal. The display updates the
reading.
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INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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OPERATION
Select the Voltage Range

The voltage range can be set automatically or manually.
Auto Range To turn the automatic range selection On/Off,

press the AUTO key.
Manual Range Press the Up or the Down key to select the

range. The AUTO indicator turns Off
automatically. If the appropriate range is
unknown, select the highest range.
Selectable Voltage Range Resolution Full scale

Ranges
500mV 10μV 510.00mV
5V 0.1mV 5.1000V
50V 1mV 51.000V
500V 10mV 510.00V
750V (AC) 100mV 765.0V
1000V (DC) 100mV 1020.0V
For further details, please see the specifications on

Note page 149.
DC voltages with AC components cannot be

Note accurately measured if the DC+AC component
exceeds the ADC dynamic range for the selected
DC range. Any voltage exceeding the ADC dynamic
range will be clipped at the upper/lower range
limit. Under these conditions the range that is
chosen with the Auto range function may be too
small.
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For example:
A C D
+5V
DC 5V Range 0V
-5V
B E
A,B: Input exceeds the ADC dynamic range.
C,D: The DCV offset causes the input to exceed the

upper ADC dynamic range.
E: The DCV offset causes the input to exceed the

lower ADC dynamic range.
The DC voltage range should be manually selected
when any of the following conditions are true:
 When DCV measurement is used.
 When the signals being measured contain both
DC and AC components.
 When the amplitude of the AC component in
the measured signal is higher or lower than the
dynamic range of the range being currently
selected by the auto-range function.
Maximum DCV Selected DCV Range ADC Dynamic Range

Dynamic Range
DC 500mV max±100mV
DC 5V max±1V
DC 50V max±10V
DC 500V max±100V
DC 1000V max±1000V
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OPERATION
Voltage Conversion Table

This table shows the relationship between an AC and DC reading
for various waveforms.
Waveform Peak to Peak AC (True RMS) DC

Sine 2.828 1.000 0.000
PK-PK
Rectified Sine (full wave) 1.414 0.435 0.900
PK-PK
Rectified Sine (half wave) 2.000 0.771 0.636
PK-PK
Square 2.000 1.000 0.000
PK-PK
Rectified Square 1.414 0.707 0.707
PK-PK
Rectangular Pulse 2.000 2K 2D

K= ( D  D 2)
X PK-PK D=X/Y
Y
D=X/Y
Triangle Sawtooth 3.464 1.000 0.000
PK-PK
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Crest Factor Table
Background Crest factor is the ratio of the peak signal

amplitude to the RMS value of the signal. It
determines the accuracy of AC measurement.
If the crest factor is less than 3.0, voltage
measurement will not result in error due to
dynamic range limitations at full scale.
If the crest factor is more than 3.0, it usually
indicates an abnormal waveform as seen from
the below table.
Crest Factor Table Waveform Shape Crest factor
Square wave 1.0
Sine wave 1.414
Triangle sawtooth 1.732

Mixed frequencies 1.414 ~ 2.0
SCR output
100% ~ 10% 1.414 ~ 3.0
White noise 3.0 ~ 4.0
AC Coupled pulse
train >3.0
Spike >9.0
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OPERATION
AC/DC Current Measurement

The GDM-834X series DMMs have two input terminals for current
measurement. A 0.5A terminal for current less than 0.5A and a 10A
terminal for measurements up to 12A.
The units can measure 0 ~ 10A for both AC and DC current.
Set to ACI/DCI 1. Press SHIFT → DCV or SHIFT → ACV to

Measurement measure DC or AC current, respectively.
For AC+DC current, press SHIFT followed by

both the DCV and ACV key at the same time.
2. The mode will switch to AC, DC or AC+DC

mode immediately, as shown below.
AC & DC Current Measurement
AC DC AUTO S
Connection Connect the test lead between the 10A terminal

and the COM terminal or DC/AC 0.5A
terminal and the COM terminal, depending on
the input current.
For current ≤ 0.5A use the 0.5A terminal; For
current up to 12A use the 10A terminal. The
display updates the reading.
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INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
Max 12A
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
Max 0.5A
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OPERATION
Select the Current Range

The current range can be set automatically or manually.

press the AUTO key.

Selectable Range Resolution Full scale

Current Ranges
500µA 10nA 510.00μA
5mA 100nA 5.1000mA
50mA 1μA 51.000mA
500mA 10μA 510.00mA
5A 100μA 5.1000A
10A 1mA 12.000A

Note page 149.
DC currents with AC components cannot be

Note accurately measured if the DC+AC component
exceed the ADC dynamic range for the selected DC
range. Any current exceeding the ADC dynamic
range will be clipped at the upper/lower range
limit. Under these conditions the range that is
chosen with the Auto range function may be too
small.
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For example:
A C D
+5A
DC 5A Range 0V
-5A
B E
A,B: Input exceeds the ADC dynamic range.
C,D: The DCI offset causes the input to exceed the

upper ADC dynamic range.
E: The DCI offset causes the input to exceed the

lower ADC dynamic range.
The DC current range should be manually selected

when the following conditions are true:
 When DCI measurement is used.
 When the signals being measured contain both
DC and AC components.
 When the amplitude of the AC component in
the measured signal is higher or lower than the
dynamic range of the range being currently
selected by the auto-range function.
Maximum DCI Selected DCV Range ADC Dynamic Range

Dynamic Range
DC 500μA max±0.1mA
DC 5mA max±1mA
DC 50mA max±10mA
DC 500mA max±100mA
DC 5A max±1A
DC 10A max±10A
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OPERATION
Resistance Measurement
Set to Ω 1. Press the Ω/ key to activate resistance

Measurement measurement.
Note: pressing the Ω/ key twice will activate
continuity measurement instead.
2. The mode will switch to resistance mode

immediately, as shown below.
Display Resistance Resistance Measurement

2W AUTO S
k W
Connection The GDM-8342/8341 uses 2-wire resistance

measurement.
Connect the test leads between the VΩ
terminal and the COM terminal.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Select the Resistance Range

The resistance range can be set automatically or manually.

press the AUTO key.


Resistance
500Ω 10mΩ 510.00Ω
Ranges
5kΩ 100mΩ 5.1000kΩ
50kΩ 1Ω 51.000kΩ
500kΩ 10Ω 510.00kΩ
5MΩ 100Ω 5.1000MΩ
50MΩ 1kΩ 51.000MΩ

Note page 152.
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OPERATION
Diode Test
The diode test checks the forward bias characteristics of a diode by
running a constant forward bias current of approximately 0.83mA
through the DUT.
Set to Diode 1. Press the / key once to activate diode

Measurement measurement.
Note: pressing the / key twice will activate
the capacitance measurement instead.
2. The mode will switch to Diode mode

Display Diode Diode function

state indicator
S
Connection Connect the test lead between the VΩ

terminal and COM terminal; Anode-V,
Cathode-COM. The display updates the
reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Capacitance Measurement
The capacitance measurement function checks the capacitance of a
component.
Set to Diode 1. Press the / key twice to activate

Measurement capacitance measurement.
Note: pressing the / key once will activate
the diode measurement instead.
2. The mode will switch to capacitance mode

Capacitance Capacitance Measurement
Display indicator units range
S
nF

terminal and COM terminal; Positive-V,
Negative-COM. The display updates the
reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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OPERATION
Select the Capacitance Range

The capacitance range can be set automatically or manually.

press the AUTO key.


Capacitance
5nF 1pF 5.100nF
Ranges
50nF 10pF 51.00nF
500nF 100pF 510.0nF
5μF 1nF 5.100μF
50μF 10nF 51.00μF

Note page 152.
The refresh rate settings and the EXT trigger

Note cannot be used in the capacitance mode.
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Continuity Test
The continuity test checks that the resistance in the DUT is low
enough to be considered continuous (of a conductive nature).
Procedure 1. Press the Ω/ key twice to activate continuity

testing.
2. The mode will switch to continuity testing

Display Continuity Continuity function

state indicator
S

terminal and COM terminal. The display
updates the reading.
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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OPERATION
Set Continuity Threshold

The continuity threshold defines the maximum resistance allowed
in the DUT when testing the continuity.
Range Threshold 0 to 1000Ω (Default Threshold:10Ω)

Resolution 1Ω
Procedure 1. Press MENU.
2. Go to the MEAS menu on level 1
3. Go to the CONT menu on level 2
4. Set the continuity threshold level.
5. Press the Enter key to confirm the continuity

settings.
6. Press EXIT to exit the CONT setting menu.
Display Continuity Continuity function

setting indicator
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Continuity Beeper Settings

The beeper setting defines how the GDM-8342/8341 notifies the
continuity test result to the user.
Note: When the Beeper setting is off it will also turn off the keypad
tones as well as any error or warning tones.
Range PASS Beeps when the continuity passes.

FAIL Beeps when the continuity fails.
OFF Beeper is turned off.
Procedure 1. Press MENU.
2. Go to the SYSTEM menu on level 1
3. Go to the BEEP menu on level 2
4. Set the BEEP setting to PASS, FAIL or OFF.
5. Press the AUTO/ENTER key to confirm the

beeper settings.
6. Press EXIT to exit the BEEP setting menu.
Display Beep Beep menu

setting indicator
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OPERATION
Frequency/Period Measurement
The GDM-8342/8341 can be used to measure the frequency or
period of a signal.
Range Frequency 10Hz~500kHz

Period 2.0μs ~100ms
Procedure To measure frequency, press the Hz/P key

once. FREQ will be displayed on the secondary
display.
To measure the period, press the Hz/P key
twice. PERIOD will be displayed on the
secondary display.
Display Frequency Measurement

Measurement units mode
AUTO S
k Hz

terminal and the COM terminal. The display
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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Frequency/Period Voltage Range Settings

The input voltage range for frequency/period measurements can
be set to Auto range or to manual. By default, both the period and
frequency voltage range are set to Auto.
Range Voltage 500mV, 5V, 50V, 500V, 750V
Manual Range 1. When in the PERIOD or FREQ measurement

mode, press the 2ND key twice. This will allow
the secondary display to show the voltage
range.
2. Set the range with the Up and Down keys. The

AUTO indicator will turn off when a new range
is selected.
3. Press the 2ND key twice more to switch the

secondary display back to the previous view.
Autorange 1. Press the Auto/Enter key.
2. AUTO will be displayed on the screen again.
Display Autorange Voltage range

indicator setting
AUTO
k Hz
Note The 2nd key is only used to toggle the view of the
second display between the menu function (FREQ
or PERIOD) and the voltage range. The voltage
range can actually be set without switching to the
2ND display.
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OPERATION
Temperature Measurement
The GDM-8342 can measure temperature using a thermocouple. To
measure temperature, the DMM accepts a thermocouple input and
calculates the temperature from the voltage fluctuation. The
thermocouple type and reference junction temperature are also
considered. Temperature measurement is only supported on the
GDM-8342.
Range Thermocouple: -200°C ~ +300°C
Procedure To make temperature measurements, press

SHIFT → Hz/P (TEMP).
The temperature mode appears showing the
temperature on the primary display and the
type of sensor on the secondary display.
Display Temp.
Measurement units Sensor type
S
C
Connection Connect the sensor lead between the VΩ

terminal and the COM terminal. The display
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INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
Set the Temperature Units
Range Units ˚C, ˚F
Procedure 1. Press the MENU key.
2. Go to TEMP on level 1.
3. Go to UNIT on level 2.
4. Select either C (Celsius) or F (Farenheit).
5. Press the Enter key to confirm.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the temperature

menu.
Display Temperature Unit menu

unit setting indicator
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OPERATION
Select Thermocouple Type

The GDM-8342 accepts thermocouple inputs and calculates the
temperature from the voltage difference of two dissimilar metals.
Thermocouple type and reference junction temperature are also
considered.
Thermocouple Type Measurement Range Resolution

type and range
J -200 to +300˚C 0.1 °C
K -200 to +300˚C 0.1 °C
T -200 to +300˚C 0.1 °C
3. Go to SENSOR on level 2.
4. Select the thermocouple type (J, K, T).

menu.
Display Thermocouple Sensor menu

type setting indicator
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Set the Reference Junction Temperature

When a thermocouple is connected to the DMM, the temperature
difference between the thermocouple lead and the DMM input
terminal should be taken into account and be cancelled out;
otherwise an erroneous temperature might be added. The value of
the reference junction temperature should be determined by the
user.
Range SIM 0 ~ 50˚C (default: 23.00˚C)

Resolution 0.01˚C
3. Go to SIM on level 2.
4. Set the SIM (simulated) reference junction

temperature.

menu.
Display Reference junction SIM menu

temperature setting indicator
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OPERATION
Dual Measurement Overview

The dual measurement mode allows you to use the 2nd display to
show another item, thus viewing two different measurement
results at once.
When the multimeter is used in dual measurement mode, both

displays are updated from either a single measurement or from two
separate measurements. If the primary and secondary
measurement modes have the same range, rate and rely on the
same fundamental measurement, then a single measurement is
taken for both displays; such as ACV and frequency/period
measurements. If the primary and secondary displays use different
measurement functions, ranges or rates, then separate
measurements will be taken for each display. For example, ACV
and DCV measurements.
Most of the basic measurement functions, except for

resistance/continuity can be used in the dual measurement mode.
Supported dual measurement modes

The following table lists all the measurement functions that are
supported with the dual measurement function.
Supported Dual Primary Secondary Display

Measurement Display ACV DCV ACI DCI Hz/P Ω
modes ● ● ● ● ●
ACV X
DCV ● ● ● ● X X
ACI ● ● ● ● ● X
DCI ● ● ● ● X X
Hz/P ● X ● X ● X
Ω X X X X X ●
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Using Dual Measurement Mode
Procedure 1. Choose one of the basic measurement functions

from the table above to set the measurement
mode for the primary display.
For example, press DCV to set the first display

to DCV measurement.
2. To set a measurement mode for the second

display, press the 2ND key and then select the
second measurement mode.
For example, press 2ND, SHIFT, ACV to select

ACI measurement for the second display.
Display Indicators for 1st 2nd measurement

measurement and unit
DC AUTO S
m A
V AC AUTO
2ND
1st measurement Indicators for 2nd

and unit measurement
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OPERATION
Editing the After the secondary measurement function has

Measurement been activated, the rate, range and
Parameters measurement item can be edited for either the
primary or secondary display. Note however, it
is more practical to configure the first or second
measurement items before activating dual
measurement mode.
To edit measurement parameters in dual

measurement mode, you must first set which
display is the active display. The 2ND icon
under the secondary display determines which
display is the active display.
Procedure 1. Toggle whether the primary or secondary

display is the active display by pressing the
2ND key:
Primary display is the active display: 2ND is not

visible on the display.
Secondary display is the active display: 2ND is

visible on the display.
Do not hold the 2ND key. This will turn the dual
Note measurement mode off.
2. Edit the range, rate or measurement item for

the active display in the same way as for single
measurement operation. See the Basic
Measurement chapter for details (page 31).
Turn Off 2nd To turn Off the 2nd measurement, press and
Measurement hold the 2nd key for more than 1 second.
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Connection The diagrams below describe how to connect

the DMM to measure a number of common
dual measurement items.
Voltage and Frequency/Period measurement
INPUT
V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
12A
T0.5A
250V
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OPERATION
Voltage/Frequency/Period and Current

Measurement
INPUT
V W
Load
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
MAX
500Vpk COM MAX
FUSE
T0.5A
12A 0~12A
250V
0~0.5A
Note: DC Current measurements will be displayed

as a negative value as the polarity of the current
leads has been reversed.
Please take into account the resistance of the test

leads and internal resistance of the current
connection as it is in series with the test circuit.
The above measuring configuration is used to

measure the voltage present on the resistance
under test and the current through the resistance
under test when using the DCI/DCV or ACI/ACV
dual measurement function.
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Advanced Measurement Overview

Advanced measurement mainly refers to the type of measurement
which uses the result obtained by one of the basic measurements:
ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Resistance, Diode/Continuity,
Frequency/Period, and Temperature*.
Supported Advanced Measurement Functions

The following table lists all the advanced measurement functions
and which of the basic measurement functions that they support.
Basic Measurement
Advanced ACV/ ACI/
Meas. DCV DCI Ω Hz/P TEMP* DIODE CAP
dB ● X X X X X X
dBm ● X X X X X X
Max/Min ● ● ● ● ● X ●
Relative ● ● ● ● ● X ●
Hold ● ● ● ● ● X X
Compare ● ● ● ● ● X ●
Math ● ● ● ● ● X X
*Temperature measurement is not supported by the GDM-8341.
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OPERATION
dBm/dB/W Measurement
dBm/dB Calculation
Overview Using the ACV or DCV measurement results,

the DMM calculates the dB or dBm value based
on a reference resistance value in the following
way:
dBm= 10 x log10 (1000 x Vreading2 / Rref)
dB= dBm – dBmref
W= Vreading2/Ref
Where:
Vreading= Input Voltage, ACV or DCV;
Rref= Reference resistance simulating an output
load;
dBmref= Reference dBm value
Measuring dBm/W
Procedure 1. Select ACV or DCV measurement. See page 33.
2. To measure dBm, press SHIFT → .
The primary display will show the dBm

measurement while the secondary display
shows the reference resistance.
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Display dBm Reference

measurement resistance
DC S
W
dB m
Setting the To set the reference resistance, use the Up and

Reference Down arrow keys.
Resistance
The selectable reference resistances are shown
below.
Selectable reference resistances

2 4 8 16 50 75 93
110 124 125 135 150 250 300
500 600 800 900 1000 1200 8000
View the result in When the reference resistance is less than 50Ω,
Watts it is possible to calculate the power (in watts). If
the reference resistance is equal to or greater
than 50Ω, then this step can be ignored.
Press SHIFT → again to view the result in

watts.
Display Power measurement Reference

and unit resistance
DC S
W
W
dB m
Exit dBm Press SHIFT → again to exit the dBm

Measurement measurement, or simply activate another
measurement function.
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OPERATION
Measure dB
dB is defined as [dBm−dBmref]. When the dB measurement is
activated, the DMM calculates the dBm using the reading at the
first moment and stores it as dBmref.
Procedure 1. Select ACV or DCV measurement. See page 33.
2. Press SHIFT → Ω/ key to activate the dB

measurement mode.
The 1st display shows the dB reading the

second display shows the voltage reading.
Display dB Voltage
measurement reading
DC S
dB
View the dBm To view the dBm reference value, press the
Reference Value 2ND key.
The Up and Down arrow keys can also be used

to change the voltage range or the reading.
Exit dB Press the SHIFT → Ω/ key again to exit the

Measurement dB measurement, or simply activate another
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Max/Min Measurement
Maximum and Minimum measurement function stores the highest
(maximum) or lowest (minimum) reading and shows it on the 1st
display when the 2ND key is pressed.
Applicable The Max/Min function can be used with the

measurements following basic measurement functions:
ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Ω, Hz/P, TEMP,
Procedure For Max measurement, press the MX/MN key

once.
For Min measurement, press the MX/MN key
twice.
Display Basic meas. Max/Min Measurement

function indicator range
AC AUTO S MAX
View Max/Min Press the 2ND key to view the Max or Min
Value value.
Display Max/Min Max/Min

reading mode
AC AUTO S MAX
Deactivate Hold the MX/MN key for two seconds to

Max/Min deactivate, or simply activate another
Measurement measurement function.
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OPERATION
Relative Measurement
Relative measurement stores a value, typically the data at that
instant, as the reference. The measurement following the reference
is displayed as the delta between the reference. The reference value
will be cleared upon exit.
Applicable The relative function can be used with the

Procedure Press the REL key. The measurement reading at

that instant becomes the reference value.
Display Relative
Range
value
AC S REL
View Relative Press the 2ND key to view the relative reference
Reference Value value at full scale.
Display Relative
reference value
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Manually Set the 1. To manually set the relative reference value,

Relative press SHIFT → REL.
Reference Value
The REL value is displayed on the screen at full
scale.
2. Use the Left and Right arrow keys to navigate

to the digit to be edited or to select the decimal
point.
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to edit the

selected digit or to place the position of the
decimal point.
3. Press the Enter key to confirm, alternatively

press Exit to cancel setting the relative reference
value.
Display Relative REL setting

value setting mode
Deactivate Press the REL key again to deactivate the

Relative Relative measurement mode, or simply activate
Measurement another measurement function.
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OPERATION
Hold Measurement
The Hold Measurement function retains the current measurement
data and updates it only when it exceeds the set threshold (as a
percentage of the retained value).
Applicable The hold function can be used with the

ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Ω, Hz/P, TEMP
Procedure 1. Press the HOLD key.
2. The measurement reading appears on the

primary display and the hold threshold on the
secondary display.
Display Measurement Hold

reading threshold
AC S HOLD
Set the Hold Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select a
Threshold hold threshold level, as a percentage.
Range 0.01%, 0.1%, 1%, 10%
Deactivate Hold Press the HOLD key for 2 seconds to deactivate

Measurement the hold measurement, or simply activate
another measurement function.
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Compare Measurement
Compare measurement checks to see if the measurement data stays
between a specified upper (high) and lower (low) limit.
Applicable The compare function can be used with the

Procedure 1. Press SHIFT → HOLD.
2. The high limit setting appears.
Use the Left and Right arrow keys to navigate

to the digit to be edited, or to select the decimal
point.

selected digit, or to place the position of the
decimal point.
3. Press the Enter key to save the high limit setting

and automatically go on to the low limit setting.
4. Enter the low limit setting in the same fashion

as the high setting.
5. Press the Enter key to confirm the low limit

settings.
6. The compare measurement results will appear

immediately:
If the current measurement reading is between
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OPERATION
the high and low limits, PASS will be displayed

on the secondary display, If the reading is
below the low limit, LOW will be displayed. If
the reading is above the high limit, HIGH will
be displayed.
Display Measurement Compare

reading result
AC S
V
COMP
Deactivate Press SHIFT → HOLD to deactivate compare

Compare measurements, or simply activate another
Measurement measurement function.
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Math Measurement
Math Measurement Overview

Math measurement runs three types of mathematical operations,
MX+B, 1/X and Percentage based on the other measurement
results.
Applicable The math function can be used with the

Measurements following basic measurement functions:
ACV, DCV, ACI, DCI, Ω, Hz/P, TEMP
Overview of Math MX+B Multiplies the reading (X) by the

Functions factor (M) and adds/subtracts
offset (B).
1/X Inverse. Divides 1 by the reading
(X).
Percentage Runs the following equation:
(ReadingX - Reference)
x 100%
Reference
Measure MX+B
Procedure 1. Press SHIFT → MX/MN to enter the MATH

menu.
The MX+B setting appears. The M factor will be

flashing, indicating that the M factor is to be set.

point.

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OPERATION
decimal point.
3. Press Enter to confirm the M factor settings and

to automatically move onto the B offset setting.
4. Edit the B offset in the same fashion as the M

factor was edited.
5. Press Enter to confirm the B offset setting and

to begin the MX+B measurement.
Display MX+B meausurement MX+B math

reading indicator
DC AUTO S
m V MATH
Deactivate Math Press SHIFT → MX/MN to deactivate the

Measurement MATH function, or simply activate another
Measure 1/X

menu.
The MX+B setting appears.
2. Press the Down key twice to skip past MX+B

settings and go to the 1/X settings.
1/X will be flashing in the secondary display.
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3. Press Enter to activate the 1/X math function.

The results begin immediately.
Display 1/X 1/X math

measurement indicator
AC AUTO S
V MATH
Deactivate Math Press the SHIFT → MX/MN to deactivate the

Measure Percentage

menu.
2. The MX+B setting appears. Press the Up key to

skip past MX+B settings and go to the REF%
settings.
REF% will be flashing in the secondary display.

point.

decimal point.
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OPERATION
4. Press Enter to confirm the REF% setting and to

begin the Percentage measurement.
Display Calculated percentage % function

meausurement indicator
DC AUTO S
V MATH
Deactivate Math Press SHIFT → MX/MN to deactivate the

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SYSTEM/DISPLAY
CONFIGURATION
View Serial Number ........................................................ 77
View Version Number ...................................................... 77
Brightness Settings ......................................................... 78
Input Resistance Settings ................................................ 79
Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings ............................... 80
Compatibility Settings ..................................................... 81

Changing the Compatibility Setting .......................... 81
Restore Factory Default Settings ...................................... 82
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SYSTEM/DISPLAY CONFIGURATION
View Serial Number
2. Go to SYSTEM on level 1.
3. Go to S/N on level 2.
4. The serial number will be displayed across both

the primary and secondary display.
Display
Exit Press the EXIT key twice to go back to the

measurement screen.
View Version Number
3. Go to VER on level 2.
4. The firmware version number will be displayed

in the secondary display.
5. Press Exit to exit from the version menu.
Display
Firmware updates can only be performed by a GW

Note Instek service technician. For details, please
contact the GW Instek Service Center or visit the
GW Instek website at www.gwinstek.com.
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Brightness Settings
The display has 5 settable brightness levels.
Range Brightness 1 (dim) ~ 5 (bright)
3. Go to LIGHT on level 2.
4. Set the light setting between 1 (dim) and 5

(bright).
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the brightness

settings.
Display Brightness setting
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Input Resistance Settings

The 500mV and 5V DC voltage ranges can be set to an input
resistance of 10MΩ or 10GΩ. This setting is only applicable for DC
voltage.
Range Input resistance 10MΩ, 10GΩ

Default 10MΩ
2. Go to MEAS on level 1.
3. Go to INPUT R on level 2.
4. Set the input resistance to 10MΩ or 10GΩ
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the input

resistance menu.
Display Input resistance

setting
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Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings

The INJACK settings set which input terminal is used for frequency
or period measurements.
Range Injack VOLT, 500mA, 10A

Default VOLT
2. Go to MEAS on level 1.
3. Go to INJACK on level 2.
4. Set the INJACK setting to either VOLT, 500mA

or 10A.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the INJACK

menu.
Display INJACK setting
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Compatibility Settings
Changing the Compatibility Setting

The GDM-8341/8342 can be set to a special compatibility mode that
will allow the unit to emulate the SCPI command syntax of the
GDM-8246 when in remote control mode. For example, this feature
can allow programs that were originally written for the GDM-8246
to run on the GDM-8342/8341 with little modification.
Range LANG NORM, COMP
3. Go to LANG on level 2.
4. Set the LANG setting to either NORM (normal

mode) or COMP (compatibility mode).
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the LANG

menu.
Display LANG setting
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Restore Factory Default Settings

The factory default settings can be restored at anytime from the
System menu. Please see the Appendix on page 144 for a list of the
factory default settings.
Range Factory DEF YES, NO
3. Go to FACTORY on level 2.
4. Set the (FACTORY) DEF setting to YES or NO.

Choosing YES will restore the factory default
settings.
5. Press the Enter key to confirm and to restore

the factory default settings immediately.
Display Factory default setting
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USB STORE
USB STORE
The GDM-8342 is able to save/log measurement results to a
USB stick.
Please note that this function is not available for the GDM-8341,
however similar functionality is possible on a PC via remote
control using the Excel Add-In, GDM-834x Excel Addins. See
the GDM-834X Series Excel Add-In manual for details.
USB Store Overview ....................................................... 84

Supported USB Sticks: ............................................... 84
CSV Format ................................................................ 84
Filename Format ........................................................ 85
Operator Mode .......................................................... 86
Long Record Mode ..................................................... 88
View the Store Function Status ................................. 89
Set the Starting File Name
(Available only in Advance Mode ) ............................ 91
Save Count (Available only in Advance Mode) ......... 91
Save to an Existing File
(Available only in Advance Mode) ............................. 92
Time Mode (Available only in Advance Mode) ......... 93
Timer .......................................................................... 93
Date ............................................................................ 95
Save to USB ................................................................ 96
Save to USB (Simple Mode) .................................. 96
Save to USB (Advance Mode) ............................... 97
Note About Deleting Files or Directories on the
USB Stick .................................................................... 99
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USB Store Overview

The GDM-8342 is able to store measurement results to a USB stick.
The USB storage function also has comprehensive save options that
allow you to create a save file name, allow you to save up to a
specified number of reading counts as well as the option to
continue saving to a previously stored file instead of saving to a
new file.
Supported USB Sticks:

USB Disk Type: Flash Disk Only
FAT Format: Fat16 or Fat32(Recommended)
Max memory size: 32GB
Max record count in a recording: 5,000,000 records
Note Flash disks which need to use card adaptors are

not recommended to be used in this application.
CSV Format
Overview The GDM-8342 saves readings as a CSV file

(comma separated values) that can be easily
read using spreadsheet programs such as
Microsoft Excel. Each CSV file saves the
following information.
Parameters Time (dd) The elapsed number of days
since the start of the readings.
Time (hh:mm:ss) The elapsed time since the start
of the readings, in
hours:minutes:seconds
formatting.
1st Value The reading on the primary
display.
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USB STORE
1st Unit The units for the reading on the

primary display.
2nd Value The reading on the secondary
display.
2nd Unit The units for the reading on the
secondary display.
Count Counts the number of readings
each time the measurement is
started. The count is restarted
each time measurement is
restarted. When a measurement
is started/restarted, the first
count is marked as #START#,
the last as #END#.
Note Records the accumulative
number of readings that are
recorded in that file, up to the
maximum of 50,000.
Example:
Time(dd) Time 1st Value1st Unit 2nd 2nd Count Note
(hh:mm:ss) Value Unit
0 0:00:05 0.00E+00 V DC -- -- #START# 00001#
0 0:00:06 0.00E+00 V DC -- -- 2 00002#
0 0:00:06 0.00E+00 V DC -- -- #END# 00003#
Filename Format
Overview When files are saved to USB they are saved as a

number starting from GW000\GW000-XX.CSV
and are automatically incremented for each
new CSV file*. For example: the first file will be
named, GW000\GW000-XX.CSV, the next
GW001\GW001-XX.CSV and so on.
Note that the suffix, XX, represents a number

from 00 to 99. Each time the system logs more
than 50000 readings in total*, a new file is
generated and the suffix is incremented. For
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example, if 102000 counts are logged, 3 files will

be created: GW000\GW000-00.CSV (counts
1~50000), GW000\GW000-01.CSV (counts
50001~100000), and GW000\GW000-02.CSV
(counts 100001 ~ 102000).
*Please note that automatic file name generation

Note only occurs if the FILE setting is set to NEW FILE.
See page 92 for details.
**Please note that the suffix will only be

incremented if the total number of readings
exceeds 50000. To be able to exceed 50000
readings, either the FILE setting should be set to
CONTINU (continuous) or the Count setting
should be set to CONTINU (continuous). See page
91 and 92 for details.
Operator Mode
Overview In the operator mode, you can choose to

operate in Simple mode or in Advance mode,
where various parameters can be designated by
the user.
Simple Mode This mode is the easiest operation mode and is

almost setting free. It is the default operating
mode. After entering this mode, the system will
set the ‘Existing File’ setting to ‘New File,’
‘Count’ to ‘Continu,’ and ‘Time Mode’ to
‘Restart’ by default. The system will then start
to seek for the first available file name (e.g. The
first file name will usually start from GW000, if
GW000 doesn’t already exist). If GW000 and
GW001 exist already, then GW002 would be the
next available filename.
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USB STORE
Advance Mode Users can make detailed settings by themselves

in this mode. Advance mode is more flexible, so
it is comparatively more complex and only
recommended for advanced users. The
following settings are available in this mode:
“Existing File”, “File Name”, “Count”, “Time
Mode”, “Time Setup” and “Date Setup.”
Note that the settings that are available for the

Advance mode are automatically available
when you activate the USB Store function in the
Advance mode. See page 97.
2. Go to USBSTO on level 1.
3. Go to MODE on level 2.
4. Set MODE to SIMPLE or ADVANCE.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the MODE

menu.
Display Operator mode Operator mode

setting menu indicator
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Long Record Mode
Overview If users need long-term data records, the Long

Record Mode can be used to log test data for a
long period of time. In this mode, the Rate is set
by the system to the slow rate and the refresh
rate is set to 1 data refresh per second
(excluding dual measurement, ACI+DCI and
ACV+DCV modes).
Normal The Normal setting is the regular record mode.

The longest recordable time depends on the
refresh rate that is chosen; the longest
recordable time (in seconds) equals
5,000,000/refresh rate.
Long In the long record mode, a fixed record speed of

one record per second will be logged into the
log file; the longest recordable time is 5,000,000
seconds.
3. Go to RECORD on level 2.
4. Set RECORD to NORMAL or LONG.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the MODE

menu.
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USB STORE
Display Operator mode Operator mode

setting menu indicator
View the Store Function Status
Overview The USB Status menu can be used to check the

status of the USB Store function. This function
will allow you to see if the save operation has
completed or check the elapsed time or the
current reading count.
USB Store Status ELTIME Displays the elapsed time from

Items when the USB store function
was started.
(Format: HHH:MM:SS)
COUNT Displays the number of readings

that have been logged for the
current operation.
STATUS Displays the USB Store function

status. These statuses include:
1. START indicates that the
function has been started
2. STOP indicates that the
function has been stopped.
3. F-FULL indicates that the
current log file is full.
4. D-FULL indicates that the USB
disk currently being used is full.
5. ERROR indicates errors for

unknown reasons.
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S-FILE Shows the filename of the first

log file of the present record.
E-FILE Shows the filename of the last

log file of the present record.
Procedure 1. Insert a USB stick and start the USB Store

function as described on page 96 or 97.
2. To check the status of a save operation press

SHIFT → 2ND.
3. The USB Status menu will appear on the

display. The elapsed time will be displayed
when you enter this menu.
4. Press the Left or Right arrow keys to switch

between the ELTIME, COUNT, STATUS, S-
FILE and E_FILE displays.
5. Press SHIFT → 2ND again to exit from the USB

status menu.
Display Elapsed time, Count

or USB store status Status item
DC F
USBSTO
2ND
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USB STORE
Set the Starting File Name (Available only in Advance

Mode )
Overview The GDM-8342 will allow you to set the value

of the starting file name instead of the default
GW000-XX.CSV.
Note that the suffix, XX, cannot be edited.
This setting will appear automatically after the

USB Store function has been started in Advance
mode, see page 97 for details.
Range GW000-XX.CSV to GW999-
XX.CSV
Display File name Name menu

number setting indicator
Save Count (Available only in Advance Mode)
Range Count CONTINU, 00002~50000

Default 10
Overview The COUNT function sets how many readings

to perform each time the USB STO function is
used. By default the COUNT setting is set to 10.
When this function is used, the DMM will
automatically return to the ready status when
the specified number of readings have been
logged. Note, however that the CONTINU
(continuous) setting will continuously log data
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until the USB store function is turned off.

When set to CONTINU, the actual number of

Note reading counts cannot exceed 5000000 (50000
readings X100).
Display Count menu

Count setting
indicator
Save to an Existing File (Available only in Advance Mode)
Range FILE: CONTINU, NEWFILE

Default NEWFILE
Overview By default a new file is created each time the

USB STO function is used. The FILE menu
gives you the option to continue saving to the
previous file rather than creating a new file
each time the USB STO function is used.

Display File menu File menu

setting indicator
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USB STORE
Time Mode (Available only in Advance Mode)
Range TIME CURRENT, RESTART

Default RESTART
Overview The Time Mode setting designates how the

readings are time-stamped when saved to a
CSV file.
The CURRENT setting time stamps each
reading from the time when the DMM was first
turned on.
The RESTART setting restarts the time stamp
time to 0 each time the USB STO function is
used.

Display Tmode menu Tmode menu

setting indicator
Timer
Range TIMER 00:00:00 ~ 23:59:59

(hours:minutes:seconds)
Default Elapsed time from when the unit
was switched on.
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Overview The timer setting sets the “current” timer time

that is used to time stamp readings when
saving to USB. By default the timer time is the
elapsed time from when the unit was turned
on.
If the timer time ticks over 23:59:59, the timer
will revert back to 00:00:00 and the time stamp
will include a “day” count for each time this
occurs. Note, however, the “day” count cannot
be set in the timer settings.
The GDM-834X uses volatile RAM and does not

Note have a CMOS backup battery to save the TIMER
settings when the power is turned off. When the
power is reset, the TIMER setting will be reset to
00:00:00.
3. Go to TIMER on level 2.
4. Set TIMER time between 00:00:00 and 23:59:59.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the TIMER

menu.
Display Timer menu

Timer setting
indicator
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USB STORE
Date
Range Date 13.03.01 ~ 99:12:31

(Year:Month:Day)
Default 13.03.01
Overview The date setting sets the date-stamp for any

CSV files that are saved.
The GDM-8342 has flash memory to store the date

Note settings. The date that is set by the user will be
restored each time the power is turned on. The
GDM-8342 will not update the date setting
automatically, this must be done manually by the
user.
3. Go to DATE on level 2.
4. Set the DATE. The format for the date is

Year:Month:Day.
6. Press the EXIT key to exit from the DATE

menu.
Date menu
Display Date setting
indicator
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Save to USB
Overview The USB STO option allows the GDM-8342 to

store each measurement reading to a USB stick.
The USB Store function varies according to
whether the operator mode is set to Simple or
Advance.
When the GDM-8342 starts to save records to

Note USB, all buttons except for the SHIFT, MENU, 2ND
and left and right arrow keys will be locked and
disabled. Remote control will also be disabled; the
GDM-8342 will stop receiving or transmitting any
commands after it starts to save records to USB.
Save to USB (Simple Mode)
Overview The procedure below describes the save

operation when the Mode is set to Simple.
Procedure 1. Insert a USB stick into the USB Host port on the
front panel.
2. If the USB stick is recognized by the DMM, the

USB STO icon will be lit. This indicates that the
DMM is ready to save files to the USB stick.
3. Press SHIFT → MENU.
The USB STO icon will flash slowly, indicating

the DMM is saving to USB.
4. To stop saving to USB, press SHIFT → MENU

again.
When the save operation has stopped, the USB

STO icon will stop flashing and will remain lit.
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USB STORE
5. The USB stick can now be removed or another

save operation can be performed.
Do not remove the USB stick while the DMM is

WARNING saving to the USB drive.
The USB STO icon will flash at a faster rate (~5

Note times/second) if there is no more space left on the
USB stick or if the automatically-incremented
filename suffix, XX, has reached its maximum
value, 99, and cannot be increased further.
Display Recorded USB STO

Measurement icon
DC S
USBSTO
Save to USB (Advance Mode)
Overview The procedure below describes the save

operation when the Mode is set to Advance.
Procedure 1. Insert a USB stick into the USB Host port on the
front panel.
2. If the USB stick is recognized by the DMM, the

USB STO icon will be lit. This indicates that the
DMM is ready to save files to the USB stick.
3. Press SHIFT → MENU.
4. Each Advance mode setting will now appear

one after the other. Set each option and press
the Enter key to continue to the next option.
The following options will appear in order:
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FILE (Existing File, see page 92)

NAME (File Name, see page 91)
COUNT (Count, see page 91)
TMODE (Time Mode, see page 93)
TIMER (Time Setup, see page 93)
DATE (Date Setup, see page 95)
5. After the DATE option is set, the DMM will

begin logging data.
The USB STO icon will flash slowly, indicating

the DMM is saving to USB.
6. To stop saving to USB, press SHIFT → MENU

again.
When the save operation has stopped, the USB

STO icon will stop flashing and will remain lit.
7. The USB stick can now be removed or another

save option can be performed.
Do not remove the USB stick while the DMM is

WARNING saving to the USB drive.
The USB STO icon will flash at a faster rate (~5

Note times/second) if there is no more space left on the
USB stick or if the automatically-incremented
filename suffix, XX, has reached its maximum
value, 99, and cannot be increased further.
Display Recorded USB STO

Measurement icon
DC S
USBSTO
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USB STORE
Note About Deleting Files or Directories on the USB Stick
Note If you find the need to delete files or directories

that have already been saved to the USB stick,
please adhere to the following suggestions to
prevent unexpected results when logging data.
Overview As the system will look for the last GWXXX

directory and last log file (GWXXX-XX.CSV) in
that directory when saving log files, it is
imperative that the file directory structure and
the files within the directories remain
continuous or files may be stored to the wrong
directory or data may be added to the wrong
log file.
Suggestions 1. Only delete the last directories, do not delete

When Deleting directories before the last remaining directory.
Directories or Log
Files For example the following directories are on the
USB stick: GW000, GW001, GW002, GW003,
GW004, GW005
Recommended: Delete the last directories:

GW000, GW001, GW002, GW003, GW004,
GW005
Not recommended: Deleting any directories

before the last directory:
GW000, GW001, GW002, GW003, GW004,
GW005
2. Only delete the last log files, do not delete any

log files before the last remaining log file.
For example the following log files are in a

directory: GW000-00.CSV, GW000-01.CSV,
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GW000-02.CSV
Recommended: Deleting only the last files or all

the files from a directory:
GW000-00.CSV, GW000-01.CSV, GW000-
02.CSV
OR
GW000-00.CSV, GW000-01.CSV, GW000-

02.CSV
Not recommended: Deleting any file before the

last file.
GW000-00.CSV, GW000-01.CSV, GW000-
02.CSV
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REMOTE CONTROL
REMOTE CONTROL
This chapter describes basic configuration of IEEE488.2 based
remote control. For a command list, refer to the Command
Overview chapter on page 106.
Configure Remote Control Interface ............................... 102

USB Interface ........................................................... 102
GPIB Interface .......................................................... 103
Return to Local Control ................................................. 105
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Configure Remote Control Interface
USB Interface
The USB device port on the rear panel is used for remote control.
The USB port on the DMM will appear as a virtual COM port to a
connected PC. Any terminal program that can communicate via a
serial port can be used for remote control. Before the DMM can be
used for remote control the USB driver included on the User
Manual CD, must first be installed.
USB PC connector Type A, host

configuration
DMM connector Rear panel Type B, slave
Speed 1.1/2.0 (full speed/high

speed)
Selectable baud rate 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600,
115200
Parity None
Hardware flow Off

control
Data Bits 8
Stop bit 1
Steps 1. Connect the USB cable to the rear panel type B

USB port.
2. Press MENU.
3. Go to I/O on level 1.
4. Go to USB on level 2.
5. Set the baud rate to an applicable rate.
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REMOTE CONTROL
6. Press Enter to confirm the baud rate settings.
7. Press EXIT to exit from the USB menu.
Display Baud rate Baud menu

setting indicator
GPIB Interface
In addition to the USB port, an optional GPIB port (GDM-8342
only) on the rear panel can be used for remote control.
GPIB GPIB Address 0~30

configuration Range
Steps 1. Connect the GPIB cable to the rear panel GPIB

port.
2. Press MENU.
3. Go to I/O on level 1.
4. Go to GPIB on level 2.
5. Turn GPIB ON and press Enter to Confirm.
6. The GPIB address settings will automatically

appear after turning GPIB on. Set the GPIB
address.
7. Press Enter to confirm the GPIB address setting.
8. Press EXIT to exit from the System menu.
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Display GPIB address GPIB menu

setting indicator
Note GPIB Constraints  Maximum 15 devices

together, at least 2/3 of all
devices turned on. Cable
length should be less then
20m with a maximum of 2m
between each device.
 Unique address assigned to

each device
 No loop or parallel
connections
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REMOTE CONTROL
Return to Local Control
Background When the unit is in remote control mode, the

RMT icon above the main display can be seen.
When this icon is not displayed, it indicates that
the unit is in local control mode.
Procedure 1. Press the LOCAL/2ND key when in remote

mode.
2. The unit will go back into local mode and the

RMT icon will turn off.
Display Remote control

indicator
AUTO RMT
k Hz
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
The Command overview chapter lists all programming commands
in functional order as well as alphabetical order. The command
syntax section shows you the basic syntax rules you have to apply
when using commands.
Command Syntax
Compatible IEEE488.2 Partial compatibility

Standard
SCPI, 1994 Partial compatibility
Command SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable

Structure Instruments) commands follow a tree-like
structure, organized into nodes. Each level of
the command tree is a node. Each keyword in a
SCPI command represents each node in the
command tree. Each keyword (node) of a SCPI
command is separated by a colon (:).
For example, the diagram below shows an SCPI
sub-structure and a command example.
CONFigure
CONFigure:VOLTage:DC :VOLTage
:DC :AC :DCAC
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
Command types There are a number of different instrument

commands and queries. A command sends
instructions or data to the unit and a query
receives data or status information from the
unit.
Command types
Simple A single command

with/without a parameter
Example CONFigure:VOLTage:DC
Query A query is a simple or

compound command
followed by a question mark
(?). A parameter (data) is
returned.
Example CONFigure:RANGe?
Command Forms Commands and queries have two different

forms, long and short. The command syntax is
written with the short form of the command in
capitals and the remainder (long form) in lower
case.
The commands can be written either in capitals
or lower-case, just so long as the short or long
forms are complete. An incomplete command
will not be recognized.
Below are examples of correctly written
commands.
Long form
CONFigure:DIODe
CONFIGURE:DIODE
Configure:diode
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Short form
CONF:DIOD
conf:diod
Square Brackets Commands that contain square brackets

indicate that the contents are optional. The
function of the command is the same with or
without the square bracketed items, as shown
below. For example, for the query:
[SENSe:]UNIT?
Both [SENSe:]UNIT? and UNIT? are both valid
forms.
Command CONFigure:VOLTage:DC 500

Format
1 2 3
1. Command header 3. Parameter 1

2. Space
Common Type Description Example

Input Parameters
<Boolean> boolean logic 0, 1
<NR1> integers 0, 1, 2, 3
<NR2> decimal 0.1, 3.14, 8.5
numbers
<NR3> floating point 4.5e-1, 8.25e+1
with exponent
<NRf> any of NR1, 2, 3 1, 1.5, 4.5e-1
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
[MIN] (Optional For commands, this will set the

parameter) setting to the lowest value. This
parameter can be used in place of
any numerical parameter where
indicated.
For queries, it will return the
lowest possible value allowed for
the particular setting.
[MAX] (Optional For commands, this will set the
parameter) setting to the highest value. This
parameter can be used in place of
any numerical parameter where
indicated.
For queries, it will return the
highest possible value allowed
for the particular setting.
Automatic The GDM-8342/8341 automatically sets the

parameter range command parameter to the next available value.
selection
Example conf:volt:dc 1
This will set the measurement
item to DC Voltage and the range
to 5V. There is no 1V range so the
DMM selects the next available
range, 5V.
Message Remote Marks the end of a command

Terminator (EOL) Command line. The following messages are
in accordance with IEEE488.2
standard.
LF, CR, CR+LF The most

common EOL
character is
CR+LF
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Return CR+ LF
Message
Message EOL or ; Command Separator

Separator (semicolon)
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
Command List
Configure Commands (Display 1)
CONFigure:VOLTage:DC..................................... 116
CONFigure:VOLTage:AC ..................................... 116
CONFigure:VOLTage:DCAC ................................ 116
CONFigure:CURRent:DC ..................................... 116
CONFigure:CURRent:AC ..................................... 117
CONFigure:CURRent:DCAC ................................ 117
CONFigure:RESistance ........................................ 117
CONFigure:FREQuency ....................................... 117
CONFigure:PERiod .............................................. 118
CONFigure:CONTinuity ...................................... 118
CONFigure:DIODe .............................................. 118
CONFigure:TEMPerature:TCOuple ..................... 118
CONFigure:CAPacitance ..................................... 118
CONFigure:FUNCtion? ........................................ 118
CONFigure:RANGe? ............................................ 119
CONFigure:AUTO ................................................ 119
CONFigure:AUTO? .............................................. 119
Configure Commands (Display 2)

CONFigure2:VOLTage:DC ................................... 119
CONFigure2:VOLTage:AC ................................... 120
CONFigure2:CURRent:DC ................................... 120
CONFigure2:CURRent:AC ................................... 120
CONFigure2:RESistance ...................................... 120
CONFigure2:FREQuency ..................................... 121
CONFigure2:PERiod ............................................ 121
CONFigure2:OFF ................................................. 121
CONFigure2:FUNCtion? ...................................... 121
CONFigure2:RANGe? .......................................... 122
CONFigure2:AUTO .............................................. 122
CONFigure2:AUTO? ............................................ 122
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Measure Commands
MEASure:VOLTage:DC? ...................................... 123
MEASure:VOLTage:AC? ....................................... 123
MEASure:VOLTage:DCAC? ................................. 123
MEASure:CURRent:DC? ...................................... 123
MEASure:CURRent:AC? ....................................... 124
MEASure:CURRent:DCAC?.................................. 124
MEASure:RESistance? ......................................... 124
MEASure:FREQuency? ........................................ 124
MEASure:PERiod? ................................................ 124
MEASure:CONTinuity? ........................................ 125
MEASure:DIODe? ................................................ 125
MEASure:TEMPerature:TCOuple? ...................... 125
MEASure2:VOLTage:DC? .................................... 125
MEASure2:VOLTage:AC? ..................................... 125
MEASure2:CURRent:DC? .................................... 126
MEASure2:CURRent:AC? ..................................... 126
MEASure2:RESistance? ....................................... 126
MEASure2:FREQuency? ...................................... 126
MEASure2:PERiod? .............................................. 126
Sense Commands
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE ................ 127
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE? ............... 127
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated ..... 127
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated? .... 127
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE ...................................... 127
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE? .................................... 127
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack ........................... 128
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack? ......................... 128
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack .................................. 128
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack? ................................. 128
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold ........................ 128
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold? ....................... 128
[SENSe:]UNIT ...................................................... 129
[SENSe:]UNIT? ..................................................... 129
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2] ....................................... 129
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2]? ..................................... 129
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
Calculate Commands
CALCulate:FUNCtion ........................................... 130
CALCulate:FUNCtion? ......................................... 130
CALCulate:STATe ................................................. 130
CALCulate:STATe? ............................................... 130
CALCulate:MINimum? ........................................ 130
CALCulate:MAXimum? ........................................ 130
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence .............................. 131
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence? ............................. 131
CALCulate:REL:REFerence ................................... 131
CALCulate:REL:REFerence? ................................. 131
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer ...................................... 131
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer? .................................... 131
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer ....................................... 131
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer? ...................................... 132
CALCulate:DB:REFerence .................................... 132
CALCulate:DB:REFerence? .................................. 132
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence ................................. 132
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence? ............................... 132
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor .............................. 132
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor?............................. 132
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor ............................... 133
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor? .............................. 133
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent ................................. 133
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent? ................................ 133
CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet..................................... 133
CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet? ................................... 133
Trigger Commands
READ?................................................................... 134
VAL1?.................................................................... 134
VAL2?.................................................................... 134
TRIGger:SOURce ................................................. 134
TRIGger:SOURce? ................................................ 134
TRIGger:AUTO ..................................................... 135
TRIGger:AUTO? ................................................... 135
SAMPle:COUNt ................................................... 135
SAMPle:COUNt? .................................................. 135
TRIGger:COUNt ................................................... 135
TRIGger:COUNt? ................................................. 135
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System Commands
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe ....................................... 136
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe? ...................................... 136
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor ........................................ 136
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor? ...................................... 136
SYSTem:ERRor? ................................................... 136
SYSTem:VERSion? ............................................... 136
SYSTem:DISPlay .................................................. 137
SYSTem:DISPlay? ................................................ 137
SYSTem:SERial? ................................................... 137
SYSTem:SCPi:MODE ........................................... 137
SYSTem:SCPi:MODE? ......................................... 137
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO ..................................... 137
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO? ................................... 137
Status Commands
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle ........................... 138
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle? ......................... 138
STATus:QUEStionable:EVENt? ........................... 138
STATus:PRESet .................................................... 138
Interface Commands
SYSTem:LOCal ..................................................... 138
SYSTem:REMote .................................................. 138
SYSTem:RWLock ................................................. 138
Common Commands
*CLS ..................................................................... 139
*ESE? .................................................................... 139
*ESE ..................................................................... 139
*ESR? ................................................................... 139
*IDN? ................................................................... 139
*OPC? .................................................................. 139
*OPC .................................................................... 140
*PSC? ................................................................... 140
*PSC ..................................................................... 140
*RST ..................................................................... 140
*SRE? ................................................................... 140
*SRE ..................................................................... 140
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
*STB?.................................................................... 140
*TRG..................................................................... 140
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CONFigure Commands
CONFigure:VOLTage:DC
Sets measurement to DC Voltage on the first display and
specifies the range.
Parameter: [None] | [Range(<NRf> | MIN | MAX | DEF)]
Example: CONF:VOLT:DC 5
Sets the voltage range to 5 volts.
CONFigure:VOLTage:AC
Sets measurement to AC Voltage on the first display and
Example: CONF:VOLT:AC
Sets the AC range to auto range.
CONFigure:VOLTage:DCAC
Sets measurement to DC+AC Voltage on the first display and
Example: CONF:VOLT:DCAC
Sets the DC+AC voltage range to auto range.
CONFigure:CURRent:DC
Sets measurement to DC Current on the first display and
Example: CONF:CURR:DC 50e-3
Sets the DC current range to 50mA.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
CONFigure:CURRent:AC
Sets measurement to AC Current on the first display and
specifies range.
Example: CONF:CURR:AC 50e-2
Sets the measurement mode to ACI with a 500mA range.
CONFigure:CURRent:DCAC
Sets measurement to DC+AC Current on the first display and
specifies range.
Example: CONF:CURR:DCAC 50e-2
Sets the measurement mode to DC+AC Current with a 500mA
range.
CONFigure:RESistance
Sets measurement to 2W Resistance on the first display and
specifies range.
Example: CONF:RES 50e3
Sets the range to 50kΩ.
CONFigure:FREQuency
Sets measurement to Frequency on the first display and specifies
the range.
Example: CONF:FREQ MAX
Sets the frequency measurement range to max.
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CONFigure:PERiod
Sets measurement to Period on the first display and specifies the
range.
Example: CONF:PER
Sets the DMM to period measurement using the previous range.
CONFigure:CONTinuity
Sets measurement to Continuity on the first display.
Parameter: None
CONFigure:DIODe
Sets measurement to Diode on the first display.
Parameter: None
CONFigure:TEMPerature:TCOuple
Sets measurement to Temperature thermocouple (T-CUP) on the
first display.
Parameter: [None] | [Type(J | K | T)]
Example: CONF:TEMP:TCO J
Sets the measurement mode to TCO with a type J sensor.
CONFigure:CAPacitance
Sets measurement to Capacitance on the first display.
Example: CONF:CAP 5E-5
Sets the measurement mode to Capacitance with a 50μF Range.
CONFigure:FUNCtion?
Returns the current function on the first display.
Return parameter: VOLT, VOLT:AC,VOLT:DCAC, CURR,
CURR:AC,CURR:DCAC, RES, FREQ, PER, TEMP, DIOD, CONT,
CAP
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
CONFigure:RANGe?
Returns the current range on the first display.
Return Parameter:
DCV: 0 .5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 1000(1000V)
ACV: 0.5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 750(750V)
ACI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A),
10(10A)
DCI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A),
10(10A)
RES: 50E+1(500Ω ) 50E+2(5kΩ ), 50E+3(50kΩ ), 50E+4 (500kΩ ),
50E+5(5MΩ ), 50E+6(50MΩ )
CAP: 5E-9(5nF), 5E-8(50nF), 5E-7(500nF), 5E-6(5μF), 5E-5(50μF)
CONFigure:AUTO
Sets Auto-Range on or off on the first display.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: CONF:AUTO ON
CONFigure:AUTO?
Returns the Auto-Range status of the function on the 1st display.
Return Parameter: 0|1, 1=Auto range, 0=Manual range
Secondary Display: CONFigure2 Commands
CONFigure2:VOLTage:DC
Sets measurement to DC Voltage on the second display and
Example: CONF2:VOLT:DC 5
Sets the voltage range to 5 volts.
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CONFigure2:VOLTage:AC
Sets measurement to AC Voltage on the second display and
Example: CONF2:VOLT:AC
Sets the measurement mode to AC voltage.
CONFigure2:CURRent:DC
Sets measurement to DC Current on the second display and
Example: CONF2:CURR:DC 50e-3
Sets the DC current range to 50mA on the second display.
CONFigure2:CURRent:AC
Sets measurement to AC Current on the second display and
Example: CONF2:CURR:AC 50e-2
Sets the measurement mode to ACI with a 500mA range on the
second display.
CONFigure2:RESistance
Sets measurement to 2W Resistance on the second display and
Example: CONF2:RES 50e3
Sets the range to 50kΩ on the second display.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
CONFigure2:FREQuency
Sets measurement to Frequency on the second display and
Example: CONF2:FREQ MAX
Sets the frequency measurement range to max on the second
display.
CONFigure2:PERiod
Sets measurement to Period on the second display and specifies
the range.
Example: CONF2:PER
Sets the DMM to period measurement using the previous range.
CONFigure2:OFF
Turns the second display function off.
Parameter: None.
CONFigure2:FUNCtion?
Returns the current function on the second display.
Return parameter: VOLT, VOLT:AC, CURR, CURR:AC, RES,
FREQ, PER, NON
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CONFigure2:RANGe?
Returns the range of the current function on the second display.
Return parameter:
DCV: 0 .5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 1000(1000V)
ACV: 0.5(500mV), 5(5V), 50(50V), 500(500V), 750(750V)
ACI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A),
10(10A)
DCI: 0.0005(500μA), 0.005 (5mA), 0.05(50mA), 0.5(500mA), 5(5A),
10(10A)
RES: 50E+1(500Ω ) 50E+2(5kΩ ), 50E+3(50kΩ ), 50E+4 (500kΩ ),
50E+5(5MΩ ), 50E+6(50MΩ )
CONFigure2:AUTO
Sets Auto-Range on or off on the 2nd display.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: CONF2:AUTO ON
CONFigure2:AUTO?
Returns the Auto-Range status of the function on the 2nd
display.
Return Parameter: 0|1, 1=Auto range, 0=Manual range
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
Measure Commands
MEASure:VOLTage:DC?
Returns the DC voltage measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:VOLT:DC?
>+0.488E-4
Returns the DC voltage measurement as 0.0488 mV.
MEASure:VOLTage:AC?
Returns the AC voltage measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:VOLT:AC?
>+0.511E-3
Returns the AC voltage measurement as 0.511 mV.
MEASure:VOLTage:DCAC?
Returns the DC+AC voltage measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:VOLT:DCAC?
>+0.326E-3
Returns the DC+AC voltage measurement as 0.326 mV.
MEASure:CURRent:DC?
Returns the DC current measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CURR:DC?
>+0.234E-4
Returns the DC current measurement as 0.0234 mA.
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MEASure:CURRent:AC?
Returns the AC current measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CURR:AC?
> +0.387E-2
Returns the AC current measurement as 3.87mA.
MEASure:CURRent:DCAC?
Returns the DC+AC current measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CURR:DCAC?
>+0.123E-4
Returns the DC+AC current measurement as 0.0123 mA.
MEASure:RESistance?
Returns the 2W resistance measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:RES?
> +1.1937E+3
Returns the 2W measurement as 1.1937kΩ .
MEASure:FREQuency?
Returns the frequency measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:FREQ?
> +2.3708E+2
Returns the frequency (237.08Hz).
MEASure:PERiod?
Returns the period measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:PER? MAX
Returns the period at the maximum range.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
MEASure:CONTinuity?
Returns the continuity measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:CONT?
Returns the continuity.
MEASure:DIODe?
Returns the diode measurement on the first display.
Example: MEAS:DIOD?
Returns the diode measurement.
MEASure:TEMPerature:TCOuple?
Returns the temperature for the selected thermocouple type on
the first display.
Parameter:[NONE] | J | K | T
Example: MEAS:TEMP:TCO? J
> +2.50E+1
Returns the temperature.
MEASure2:VOLTage:DC?
Returns the DC voltage measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:VOLT:DC?
>+0.488E-4
Returns the DC voltage measurement as 0.0488 mV.
MEASure2:VOLTage:AC?
Returns the AC voltage measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:VOLT:AC?
>+0.511E-3
Returns the AC voltage measurement as 0.511 mV.
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MEASure2:CURRent:DC?
Returns the DC current measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:CURR:DC?
>+0.234E-4
Returns the DC current measurement as 0.0234 mA.
MEASure2:CURRent:AC?
Returns the AC current measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:CURR:AC?
> +0.387E-2
Returns the AC current measurement.
MEASure2:RESistance?
Returns the 2W resistance measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:RES?
> +1.1912E+3
Returns the 2W measurement.
MEASure2:FREQuency?
Returns the frequency measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:FREQ?
> +2.3712E+2
Returns the frequency (237.12Hz).
MEASure2:PERiod?
Returns the period measurement on the second display.
Example: MEAS2:PER? MAX
Returns the period at the maximum range.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
SENSe Commands
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE
Sets thermocouple type.
Parameter: Type(J | K | T)
Example: SENS:TEMP:TCO:TYPE J
Sets the thermocouple to type J.
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:TCOuple:TYPE?
Returns the thermocouple type.
Return parameter: J, K, T
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated
Set temperature simulation value.
Parameter: <NRf>(0.00 ~ 50.00)
Example: SENS:TEMP:RJUN:SIM 25.00
Sets the thermocouple junction temperature to 25˚C.
[SENSe:]TEMPerature:RJUNction:SIMulated?
Returns temperature simulation value.
Return parameter: <NR1> (+0000~+5000) ,where +0000=0.00˚C,
+5000=50.00˚C
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE
Sets the detection rate (sample rate)
Parameter: RATE(S | M | F)
Example: SENS:DET:RATE S
Sets the rate to slow (S).
[SENSe:]DETector:RATE?
Returns the sample rate.
Return parameter: SLOW, MID, FAST
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[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack
Assigns an input terminal for the frequency function.
Parameter: (0|1|2) 0=volt, 1=500mA, 2=10A
Example: SENS:FREQ:INP 0
Sets the input jack to the Volt input terminal.
[SENSe:]FREQuency:INPutjack?
Returns the assigned input terminal used for the frequency
function.
Return Parameter: VOLT, 500mA, 10A
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack
Assigns an input terminal for the period function.
Parameter: (0|1|2) 0=volt, 1=500mA, 2=10A
Example: SENS:PER:INP 0
Sets the input jack to the Volt input terminal.
[SENSe:]PERiod:INPutjack?
Returns the assigned input terminal used for the period function.
Return Parameter: VOLT, 500mA, 10A
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold
Sets the continuity threshold in ohms.
Parameter: <NRf> (0 ~ 1000)
Example: SENS:CONT:THR 500
Sets the continuity threshold to 500
[SENSe:]CONTinuity:THReshold?
Returns the continuity threshold.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
[SENSe:]UNIT
Sets the temperature unit.
Parameter: C|F
Example: SENS:UNIT C
Sets the temperature unit to ˚C.
[SENSe:]UNIT?
Returns the temperature unit.
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2]
Sets the function for the first or second display.
Parameter:
(display1):"VOLT[:DC]", "VOLT:AC", “VOLT:DCAC”,
"CURR[:DC]", "CURR:AC", “CURR:DCAC”, "RES", "FREQ",
"PER", "TEMP:TCO", "DIOD", "CONT", “CAP”
(display2): "VOLT[:DC]", "VOLT:AC", "CURR[:DC]",
"CURR:AC", "RES", "FREQ", "PER", "NON"
Example: SENS:FUNC1 "VOLT:DC"
Sets the 1st display to the DCV function.
[SENSe:]FUNCtion[1/2]?
Returns the function displayed on the first or second display.
Return parameter:
(display 1): VOLT, VOLT:AC,VOLT:DCAC, CURR,
CURR:AC,CURR:DCAC, RES, FREQ, PER, TEMP:TCO, DIOD,
CONT, CAP
(display 2): VOLT, VOLT:AC, CURR, CURR:AC, RES, FREQ,
PER, NON
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CALCulate Commands
CALCulate:FUNCtion
Sets the Advanced function.
Parameter: OFF | MIN | MAX | HOLD | REL | COMP | DB |
DBM | MXB | INV | REF
Example: CALC:FUNC REL
Sets the Advanced function to REL (relative)
CALCulate:FUNCtion?
Returns the current Advanced function.
CALCulate:STATe
Turns the Advanced function on/off.
Parameter: ON|OFF
Example: CALC:STAT OFF
Turns the Advanced function off.
CALCulate:STATe?
Returns the status of the Advanced function.
Return Parameter: 0 | 1, 1=ON, 0=OFF
CALCulate:MINimum?
Returns the minimum value from the Max/Min measurement.
CALCulate:MAXimum?
Returns the maximum value from the Max/Min measurement.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence
Sets the percentage threshold for the Hold function.
Parameter: <NRf> (0.01, 0.1, 1, 10)
Example: CALC:HOLD:REF 10
Sets the hold percentage to 10%.
CALCulate:HOLD:REFerence?
Returns the percentage threshold from the Hold function.
CALCulate:REL:REFerence
Sets the reference value for the relative function.
Parameter: <NRf> | MIN | MAX
Example: CALC:REL:REF MAX
Sets the reference value to the maximum allowed.
CALCulate:REL:REFerence?
Returns the reference value from the relative function.
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer
Sets the lower limit of the compare function.
Para meter: <NRf> | MIN | MAX
Example: CALC:LIM:LOW 1.0
Sets the lower limit to 1.0
CALCulate:LIMit:LOWer?
Returns the lower limit of the compare function.
CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer
Sets the upper limit of the compare function.
Para meter: <NRf> | MIN | MAX
Example: CALC:LIM:UPP 1.0
Sets the upper limit to 1.0
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CALCulate:LIMit:UPPer?
Returns the upper limit of the compare function.
CALCulate:DB:REFerence
Sets the reference value for the dB function.
Example: CALC:DB:REF MAX
Sets the reference voltage for dB measurements to the maximum
allowed.
CALCulate:DB:REFerence?
Returns the reference voltage from the dB function.
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence
Sets the resistance value for the dBm function.
Example: CALC:DBM:REF MAX
Sets the resistance value for dBm measurements to the maximum
allowed.
CALCulate:DBM:REFerence?
Returns the resistance value from the dBm function.
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor
Sets the scale factor M for math measurements.
Example: CALC:MATH:MMF MIN
Sets the scale factor M to the minimum allowed value.
CALCulate:MATH:MMFactor?
Returns the scale factor M used in the math measurement.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor
Sets the offset factor B for math measurements.
Example: CALC:MATH:MBF MIN
Sets the offset factor B to the minimum allowed value.
CALCulate:MATH:MBFactor?
Returns the offset factor B used in the math measurement.
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent
Sets the reference value for the Percent function.
Example: CALC:MATH:PERC MAX
Sets the reference value for the Percent function to the maximum.
CALCulate:MATH:PERCent?
Returns the reference value setting for the Percent function.
CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet
Sets the reference value for the relative function. This command
is analogous to the CALCulate:REL:REFerence command.
Example: CALC:NULL:OFFS MAX
Sets the reference value to the maximum allowed.
CALCulate:NULL:OFFSet?
Returns the reference value from the relative function. This
query is analogous to the CALCulate:REL:REFerence? query.
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TRIGger Commands
READ?
Returns 1st and 2nd display value.
VAL1?
Returns the 1st display reading
Example: SAMP:COUN 100
VAL1?
>+0.333E-4,V DC
>+0.389E-4,V DC
> etc, for 100 counts.
Queries 100 counts of stored samples from the 1st display.
VAL2?
Returns the 2nd display reading.
VAL2?
>+0.345E-4,V DC
>+0.391E-4,V DC
> etc, for 100 counts.
Queries 100 counts of stored samples from the 2nd display.
TRIGger:SOURce
Selects the trigger source.
Parameter: INT | EXT
Example: TRIG:SOUR INT
Sets the trigger source as internal.
TRIGger:SOURce?
Returns current trigger source.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
TRIGger:AUTO
Turns Trigger Auto mode on/off.
Parameters: ON | OFF
Example: TRIG:AUTO OFF
Turns the Trigger Auto mode off.
TRIGger:AUTO?
Returns the Trigger Auto mode.
Return parameter: 0|1, 0=OFF, 1=ON
SAMPle:COUNt
Sets the number of samples.
Parameter: <NR1>(1 ~ 9999) | MIN | MAX
Sets the number of samples to 10.
SAMPle:COUNt?
Returns the number of samples.
Parameter: None | MIN | MAX
TRIGger:COUNt
Sets the number of trigger counts.
Parameter: <NR1>(1 ~ 9999) | MIN | MAX
Example: TRIG:COUN 10
Sets the number of trigger counts to 10.
TRIGger:COUNt?
Returns the number of trigger counts.
Parameter: None | MIN | MAX
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SYSTem Related Commands
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe
Selects the beeper mode; no beep, beep on fail and beep on pass.
Parameter: <NR1>(0 | 1 | 2) 0=no beep, 2=fail, 1=pass
Example: SYST:BEEP:STAT 0
Turns the beeper off.
SYSTem:BEEPer:STATe?
Returns the beeper mode.
Return parameter: Beep on Pass | Beep on Fail | No Beep
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor
Sets the beeper to sound on an SCPI error.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: SYST:BEEP:ERR ON
Allows the beeper to sound when an SCPI error occurs.
SYSTem:BEEPer:ERRor?
Returns the beeper error mode.
SYSTem:ERRor?
Returns the current system error, if any.
SYSTem:VERSion?
Returns system version.
Return Parameter: X.XX.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
SYSTem:DISPlay
Turns the Display on/off.
Parameter: ON | OFF
Example: SYST:DISP ON
Turns the display on.
SYSTem:DISPlay?
Returns the status of the display
SYSTem:SERial?
Returns the serial number (eight characters/numbers)
SYSTem:SCPi:MODE
Sets the SCPI mode.
Parameter: NORM| COMP
(NORM=Normal, COMP= Compatible to GDM8246)
Example: SYST:SCP:MODE NORM
Sets the SCPI mode to normal.
SYSTem:SCPi:MODE?
Returns the SCPI mode.
Return parameter: NORMAL | COMPATIBLE
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO
Sets the input impedance for DCV mode.
Parameter: ON(10G)|OFF(10M)
Example: INP:IMP:AUTO ON
Turns the Automatic input impedance on.
INPut:IMPedance:AUTO?
Returns the input impedance mode.
Return parameter: <Boolean>(0|1) (0=OFF(10M), 1=ON(10G))
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STATus Report Commands
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle
Set bits in the Questionable Data Enable register.
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle?
Returns the contents of the Questionable Data Enable register.
STATus:QUEStionable:EVENt?
Returns the contents of the Questionable Data Event register.
STATus:PRESet
Clears the Questionable Data Enable register.
Example: STAT:PRES
Interface Commands
SYSTem:LOCal
Enables local control (front panel control) and disables remote
control.
SYSTem:REMote
Enables remote control and disables local control (front panel
control)
SYSTem:RWLock
Enables remote control and disables local control (front panel
control). This command is analogous to the SYSTem:REMote
command.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
IEEE 488.2 Common Commands
*CLS
Clears the Event Status register (Output Queue, Operation Event
Status, Questionable Event Status, Standard Event Status)
*ESE?
Returns the ESER (Event Status Enable Register) contents.
Example: *ESE?
>130
Returns 130. ESER=10000010
*ESE
Sets the ESER contents.
Parameter: <NR1> (0~255)
Example: *ESE 65
Sets the ESER to 01000001
*ESR?
Returns SESR (Standard Event Status Register) contents.
Example: *ESR?
>198
Returns 198. SESR=11000110
*IDN?
Returns the manufacturer, model No., serial number and system
version number.
Example: *IDN?
>GWInstek,GDM8342,00000000,1.0
*OPC?
“1” is placed in the output queue when all the pending
operations are completed.
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*OPC
Sets operation complete bit (bit0) in SERS (Standard Event Status
Register) when all pending operations are completed.
*PSC?
Returns power On clear status.
Return parameter: <Boolean>(0|1) 0= don’t clear, 1=clear
*PSC
Clears power On status.
Parameter: <Boolean>(0|1) 0=don’t clear, 1= clear
*RST
Recalls default panel setup.
*SRE?
Returns the SRER (Service Request Enable Register) contents.
*SRE
Sets SRER contents.
Parameter: <NR1>(0~255)
Example: *SRE 7
Sets the SRER to 00000111.
*STB?
Returns the SBR (Status Byte Register) contents.
Example:*STB?
>81
Returns the contents of the SBR as 01010001.
*TRG
Manually triggers the DMM.
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COMMAND OVERVIEW
For the following command sets, please refer to the status system
diagram on page 148.
STAT: QUES:EVEN?
STAT: QUES: ENAB
STAT: QUES: ENAB?
*ESR?
*ESE
*ESE?
*STB?
*SRE
*SRE?
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FAQ
The DMM performance doesn’t match the specifications.
Make sure the device is powered On for at least 30 minutes, within

18~28˚C. This is necessary to stabilize the unit to match the
specifications.
The measured voltage does not match the expected value.
There are a number of reasons why the measured value may not
match the expected values.
1. Ensure that all connections are connected securely and have a
good contact at all times. Poor contacts could result in erroneous
measurements.
2. Ensure that the appropriate input resistance has been set in the
System menu. For 500mv and 5V ranges, the input resistance can be
set to either 10MΩ or 10GΩ.
3. When measuring AC voltage or current, the RMS of the voltage
peak is measured, not the voltage peak. See page 37 for details.
4. The measurement rate settings can have an effect on the accuracy
of the measurement. Slow measurements are more accurate, while
the fast rate is not as accurate.
5. Ensure that an appropriate range setting is used. If a too-large
range is used, the resolution or the measurement may be affected.
For more information, contact your local dealer or GWInstek at

www.gwinstek.com / [email protected].
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APPENDIX
System Menu Tree
LEVEL 1 SYSTEM MEAS TEMP I/O USBSTO
GDM-8342 only
LEVEL 2 USB GPIB
115200 OFF
57600 ON 1
38400 :
19200 30
9600
GDM-8342 only
LEVEL 2 SENSOR SIM UNIT
TYPE J 23.00 C
TYPE K F
TYPE T
GDM-8342 only
LEVEL 2 CONT INJACK INPUT R
0010 VOLT 10M

500mA 10G
10A
LEVEL 2 BEEP VER LIGHT SN LANG FACTORY
PASS Vx.xx LIGHT:1 12345678 NORM NO

FAIL LIGHT:2 COMP YES
OFF LIGHT:3
LIGHT:4
LIGHT:5
LEVEL 2 MODE RECORD TIMER DATE
SIMPLE NORMAL 00:00:00 13.03.01

ADVANCE LONG
Pressing Shift + Menu
FILE NAME COUNT TMODE TIMER DATE

GDM-8342 only
143
Factory Default Settings

Measurement Item
DCV
Range
AUTO
Rate
S
SYSTEM Menu
BEEP: Pass
VER: N/A
LIGHT: 3
S/N: N/A
LANG: NORM
FACTORY: NO
MEAS Menu
CONT: 0010Ω
INJACK: VOLT
INPUT R: 10M
TEMP Menu
SENSOR: TYPE J
SIM: 23.00
UNIT: C
I/O Menu
USB: BAUD: 115200
GPIB: OFF
USBSTO Menu
MODE: SIMPLE
RECORD:NORMAL
TIMER: 00:00:00
DATE: 13.03.01
144
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Replacing the AC Source Fuse

Fuse Ratings Type Rating
0.125AT 100VAC, 120VAC
0.063AT 220VAC, 240VAC
Only replace the fuse with a fuse of the correct type

Note and rating.
Steps 1. Turn the DMM off and take out the power cord.
2. Remove the fuse socket using a flathead

screwdriver.
3. Remove the fuse in the holder and replace with

the correct type and rating.
4. Ensure the correct line voltage is lined up with

the arrow on the fuse holder. Insert the fuse
socket.
145
Replacing the Input Fuse

Fuse Rating Type Rating
T0.5A 0.5A 250V
Only replace the fuse with a fuse of the correct type

Note and rating.
Steps 1. Turn the DMM off.
2. Press the fuse holder with your finger and turn

anticlockwise. This will release the fuse holder
from the panel.
UT
IN P
VW
V
600 MA
X
T 0V
CA 1 0 00 V
75
X
M AA
0 .5
X
M AA
X M 12
M A pk C O
V
500
E
FUS5A
T0. V
25 0
2 1
146
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3. Replace the fuse at the end of the holder with

the correct type and rating.
UT
IN P
VW
V
600 MA
X
T 0V
CA 1 0 00 V
75
X
M AA
0 .5
X
M A pk C O
M 12
X
M AA 3
V
500
E
FUS5A
T0. V
250
4. Push the fuse holder back into the panel and

turn clockwise when the fuse holder is level
with the front panel.
147
Status system
The diagram below is a description of the status system
For the following command sets, please refer to the diagram above.
STAT: QUES: EVEN?
STAT: QUES: ENAB
STAT: QUES: ENAB?
*ESR?
*ESE
*ESE?
*STB?
*SRE
*SRE?
148
APPENDIX
Specifications
The specifications apply when the DMM is warmed up for at least
30 minutes and operates in slow rate.
Below are the basic conditions required to operate the DMM within
specifications:
 Calibration: Yearly
 Operating Temperature Specification: 18~28˚C (64.4~82.4˚F)
 Relative Humidity: 80% (Non condensing)
 Accuracy: ± (% of Reading + Digits)
 AC measurements are based on a 50% duty cycle.
 The power supply cable must be grounded to ensure accuracy.
 All specifications are applicable to the main (1st) display only.
General Specifications
Specification Conditions:
Temperature: 23˚C±5˚C
Humidity: <80%RH, 75%RH for resistance measurement readings greater than
10MΩ.
Operating Environment: (0~50˚C)
Temperature Range: 0~35˚C, Relative Humidity: <80%RH;
>35˚C, Relative Humidity: <70%RH
Indoor use only
Altitude: 2000 meters
Pollution degree 2
Storage Conditions (-10~70˚C)
Temperature Range: 0~35˚C, Relative Humidity: <90%RH;
>35˚C, Relative Humidity: <80%RH
General:
Power Consumption: Max 15VA
Dimensions: 265 mm (W) X 107 mm (H) X 302 mm (D)
Weight: Approximately 2.9 kg
149
DC Voltage
Accuracy Input
Range Resolution Full Scale (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) Resistance
10MΩ or
500mV 10μV 510.00
>10GΩ
10MΩ or
5V 100μV 5.1000
0.02%+4 >10GΩ
50V 1mV 51.000 11.1MΩ
500V 10mV 510.00 10.1MΩ
1000V 100mV 1020.0 10MΩ
* When the input value exceeds the full scale of the selected range, the display will
show -OL- (over load) on the display.
* The specifications are guaranteed to an input voltage of 1000V. A beeping alarm
will go off when the input voltage is higher than 1000V.
* Input protection of 1000V peak on all ranges.
DC Current
Accuracy Shunt Burden
Range Resolution Full Scale (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) Resistance Voltage
500μA 10nA 510.00 0.05%+5 100Ω 0.06V max
5mA 100nA 5.1000 0.05%+4 100Ω 0.6V max
50mA 1μA 51.000 0.05%+4 1Ω 0.14V max
500mA 10μA 510.00 0.10%+4 1Ω 1.4V max
5A 100μA 5.1000 0.25%+5 10mΩ 0.5V max
10 A 1mA 12.000 0.25%+5 10mΩ 0.8V max
* 500μA~500mA range has a 3.6V voltage limit protection and 0.5A fuse
protection. And 10A range has a 12A fuse protection.
* When the input value exceeds the full scale of the selected range, the display will
show -OL- (over load) on the display.
* The specifications are guaranteed to an input of 10A. A beeping alarm will go off
when the input value is higher than 10A.
150
APPENDIX
AC Voltage, ACV+DCV[3] (AC Coupled)

Full Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) [1]
Range Resolution Scale 30-50Hz 50-10kHz 10K-30kHz 30K-100kHz
500mV 10μV 510.00 1.00%+40 0.50%+40 2.00%+60 3.00%+120
5V 100μV 5.1000 1.00%+20 0.35%+15 1.00%+20 3.00%+50
50V 1mV 51.000 1.00%+20 0.35%+15 1.00%+20 3.00%+50
500V 10mV 510.00 x 0.5%+15 1.00%+20[2] 3.00%+50[2]
750V 100mV 765.0 x 0.5%+15 x x
[1]Specifications are for sine wave inputs that are greater than 5% range.
[2]Input voltage <300Vrms.
[3]The accuracy of ACV+DCV is equal to ACV’s with 10 more digits added.
* The specifications are guaranteed to an input of 750V. A beeping alarm will go off
when the input value is higher than 750V.
* AC-coupled true RMS – measures the AC component of the input with up to
400Vdc of bias on any range.
AC Current, ACI+DCI[3] (AC Coupled)

Resolu- Full Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) [1] Burden
Range tion Scale 30-50Hz 50-2kHz 2K-5kHz 5K-20kHz Voltage
500μA 10nA 510.00 1.50%+50 0.50%+40 1.50%+50 3.00%+75 0.06V max
5mA 100nA 5.1000 1.50%+40 0.50%+20 1.50%+40 3.00%+60 0.6V max
50mA 1μA 51.000 1.50%+40 0.50%+20 1.50%+40 3.00%+60 0.14V max
500mA 10μA 510.00 1.50%+40 0.50%+20 1.50%+40 3.00%+60[2] 1.4V max
5A 100μA 5.1000 2.0%+40 0.50%+30 x x 0.5V max
10A 1mA 12.000 2.0%+40 0.50%+30 x x 0.8V max
[1] The 500μA range requires an input of >35μA to meet specifications. The
5mA~10A ranges need more than 5% of full scale range to meet specifications.
[2] Input current (5k ~ 20kHz)<330mArms.
[3]The accuracy of ACI+DCI is equal to ACI’s with 10 more digits added.
* The specifications are guaranteed to 10A. A beeping alarm will go off when the
input current being measured is higher than 10A.
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Resistance
Accuracy
(1 year 23˚C
Resistance Resolution Full Scale Test Current ±5˚C)[2]
500Ω 10mΩ 510.00 0.83mA 0.1%+5 [1]
5kΩ 100mΩ 5.1000 0.83mA 0.1%+3 [1]
50kΩ 1Ω 51.000 83μA 0.1%+3
500kΩ 10Ω 510.00 8.3μA 0.1%+3
5MΩ 100Ω 5.1000 830nA 0.1%+3
50MΩ 1KΩ 51.000 560nA//10MΩ 0.3%+3
[1] Using the REL function. If you don't use the REL function then increase the
error by 0.2Ω.
[2] When measuring resistances greater than 500kΩ, please use shielded test leads
to eliminate the noise interference that may be induced by standard test leads.
* Open circuit voltage approximates 6V max on 500~5MΩ range, approximates
5.5V max on 50MΩ range.
Diode
Accuracy
Range Resolution Full Scale Test Current (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
5V 100μV 5.1000 0.83mA 0.05%+5
* Input protection of 500V peak. *Open circuit voltage approximates 6V.
Continuity
Accuracy
Range Resolution Full Scale Test Current (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
5000.0Ω 100mΩ 5100.0 0.83mA 0.1%+5
* Input protection of 500V peak. *Open circuit voltage approximates 6V.
152
APPENDIX
Capacitance
Accuracy
Range Resolution Full Scale Test Current (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C) [1]
5nF: 0.5~1nF [2] 2.0%+20
0.001nF 5.100 8.3μA
5nF: 1~5nF [2] 2.0%+10
50nF: 5~10nF [2] 2.0%+30
0.01nF 51.00 8.3μA
50nF: 10~50nF [2] 2.0%+10
500nF 0.1nF 510.0 83μA
5μF 1nF 5.100 0.56mA 2.0%+4
50μF 10nF 51.00 0.83mA
[1] For the 5nF ~ 50μF range, make sure that the input is greater than 10% of the
range.
[2] Need to use the REL function.
Frequency
Measurement Range Accuracy (1 year 23˚C ±5˚C)
10Hz ~ 500Hz 0.01%+5
500Hz ~ 500kHz 0.01%+3
* AC + DC measurements do not allow frequency measurements.
Voltage Measurement Sensitivity

Minimum Sensitivity (RMS sine wave)
Range 10~100kHz 100K~500kHz
500mV 35mV 200mV
5V 0.25V 0.5V
50V 2.5V 5V
500V 25V uncal
750V 50V uncal
Current Measurement Sensitivity

Minimum Sensitivity (RMS sine wave)
Range 30~20kHz
500μA 35μA
5mA 0.25mA
50mA 2.5mA
500mA 25mA
5A 0.25A(<2kHz)
10 A 2.5A(<2kHz)
153
Temperature Specifications
Measurement Accuracy (1 year
Sensor Type Range Resolution 23˚C ±5˚C)
J
Thermocouple K -200 ~ +300°C 0.1°C 2 °C
T
* Note: The temperature specifications do not include sensor error.
* Note: This feature is not supported on the GDM-8341.
154
APPENDIX
Dimensions
GDM-8342/GDM-8341
GDM-8342 50000 Counts Dual Measurement Multimeter INPUT

V W
CAT 600V
MAX
MAX 1000V
0.5A 750V
107
RANGE MAX
POWER DC + AC
LOCAL 500Vpk COM MAX
DCI ACI dB dBm TEMP FUSE
12A
T0.5A
DCV ACV W / / Hz/P 2ND 250V
Auto
REL# MATH COMP INT/EXT USB STO Enter
SHIFT
REL MX/MN HOLD TRIG MENU
EXIT
RANGE
231 302
265
155
Declaration of Conformity
We
GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD.
No. 7-1, Jhongsing Rd, Tucheng Dist., New Taipei City 236, Taiwan
GOOD WILL INSTRUMENT (SUZHOU) CO., LTD.

No. 69 Lushan Road, Suzhou New District Jiangsu, China.
declare that the below mentioned product
Type of Product: Digital Multimeter
Model Number: GDM-8342, GDM-8341
are herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the
Council Directive on the Approximation of the Law of Member States
relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC).
For the evaluation regarding the Electromagnetic Compatibility and Low
Voltage Directive, the following standards were applied:
◎ EMC
EN 61326-1: Electrical equipment for measurement, control and
EN 61326-2-1: laboratory use –– EMC requirements (2006)
Conducted & Radiated Emission Electrostatic Discharge
EN 55011: 2009+A1:2010 EN 61000-4-2: 2009
Current Harmonics Radiated Immunity
EN 61000-3-2: EN 61000-4-3:
2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2009 2006+A1:2008+A2:2010
Voltage Fluctuations Electrical Fast Transients
EN 61000-3-3: 2008 IEC 61000-4-4: 2004+A1:2010
------------------------- Surge Immunity
EN 61000-4-5: 2006
------------------------- Conducted Susceptibility
EN 61000-4-6: 2009
------------------------- Power Frequency Magnetic Field
EN 61000-4-8: 2010
------------------------- Voltage Dip/ Interruption
EN 61000-4-11: 2004
Low Voltage Equipment Directive 2006/95/EC

Safety Requirements EN 61010-1: 2010
EN 61010-2-030: 2010
156
INDEX
INDEX range .............................................. 41

Accessories ................................. 12
Advanced measurement setting ............................................ 39
compare .........................................70 Declaration of conformity ....... 156
dB_..................................................65 Diode
dBm/dB calculation .....................63 setting ............................................ 45
dBm/W ..........................................63 Display overview ....................... 20
hold ................................................69 Disposal instructions ................... 8
Math Dual measurement
1/X .................................................... 73
MX+B................................................ 72
modes ............................................ 57
overview .......................................... 72 overview ....................................... 57
max/min........................................66 EN61010
overview ........................................62 measurement category .................. 6
Percentage .....................................74 pollution degree ............................. 8
relative ...........................................67 Environment
supported functions .....................62 safety instruction............................ 7
Brightness level .......................... 78 Factory default settings
Cancel remote control ............. 105 restore ............................................ 82
Capacitance Factory default settings ........... 144
range ..............................................47 Frequency
setting.............................................46 setting ............................................ 51
Caution symbol ............................ 5 Frequency/Period input jack
Cleaning the instrument ............. 7 settings .................................... 80
Command IEE488.2 commands139 Front panel diagram .................. 14
Command set Fuse
CALCulate commands...............130 safety instruction............................ 7
CONFigure commands ..............116 Ground
CONFigure2 commands ............119 symbol ............................................. 5
Measure commands ...................123 Indicator
Remote commands .....................138 reading .......................................... 32
SENSe commands.......................127 Input jack settings ...................... 80
STATus report commands.........138
Input resistance .......................... 79
SYSTem related commands .......136
TRIGger commands ...................134 Main features .............................. 11
Compatibility settings ............... 81 Marketing
contact ......................................... 142
Continuity
beeper.............................................50 Menu tree .................................. 143
threshold ........................................49 Package contents ........................ 13
Continuity Period
setting.............................................48 setting ............................................ 51
Conventions ............................... 26 Power up ..................................... 25
Current Rear panel
157
overview ........................................ 22 units ............................................... 54

Refresh rate ................................ 31 Tilt stand ..................................... 24
Remote control ......................... 101 Triggering ................................... 32
Command list ............................. 111 UK power cord............................. 9
Command syntax ....................... 106 USB Store
interface configuration advance ......................................... 97
GPIB................................................ 103 CSV format ................................... 84
USB ................................................. 102
Date ............................................... 95
Replacing the AC source fuse 145 deleting files or directories ......... 99
Replacing the input fuse ......... 146 file option setting ......................... 92
Resistance filename ........................................ 91
range .............................................. 44 filename format ............................ 85
setting ............................................ 43 long record mode ......................... 88
Return from remote control ... 105 operator mode .............................. 86
Safety instruction overview ....................................... 83
fuse ................................................... 7 save count ..................................... 91
Serial number ............................. 77 save overview............................... 96
Service operation simple ............................................ 96
about disassembly .......................... 6 status ............................................. 89
contact.......................................... 142 time stamp setting ....................... 93
timer .............................................. 93
Specifications ........................... 149
Version number ......................... 77
Status system............................ 148
Voltage
System menu tree .................... 143
comparison table .......................... 37
Temperature crest factor .................................... 38
reference junction temperature... 56 range .............................................. 35
selection ......................................... 53 setting ............................................ 33
setting ............................................ 53
Warning symbol .......................... 5
SIM ................................................. 56
thermocouple type ....................... 55
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Dual Measurement Multimeter

ISO-9001 CERTIFIED MANUFACTURER

The information in this manual was correct at the time of printing.

Good Will Instrument Co., Ltd.

GETTING STARTED ........................................................ 10

Frequency/Period Input Jack Settings ........ 80

USB STORE .................................................................... 83

REMOTE CONTROL ...................................................... 101

COMMAND OVERVIEW ................................................ 106

FAQ .............................................................................. 142

APPENDIX .................................................................... 143

INDEX .......................................................................... 157

Warning: Identifies conditions or practices that

Caution: Identifies conditions or practices that

DANGER High Voltage

Attention Refer to the Manual

Protective Conductor Terminal

Earth (ground) Terminal

Do not dispose electronic equipment as unsorted

Power Supply  AC Input voltage: 100/120/220/240 V AC

Cleaning the  Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.

Operation  Location: Indoor, no direct sunlight, dust free,

(Note) EN 61010-1:2010 specifies the pollution degrees and their

Storage  Location: Indoor

Power cord for the United Kingdom

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED

Performance  DCV accuracy: 0.02%

Features  50000 count display

* These features are only available on the GDM-

Standard Part number Description

Opening the box

Contents  Main unit  Power cord x1 (region

GDM-8342/8341 Front Panel

RANGE DC/AC 12A

Power Switch, USB Host Function keys and

Power Switch POWER Turns On or Off the main

USB Host Port The Host port is a type A USB port

Note: GDM-8342 only.

Main Display Shows measurement results and parameters. For

For an overview of the main display, see page 20.

V W Input INPUT This terminal is used for all

COM Terminal MAX

input. For details see page 39.

Measurement The top row of measurement keys are used for

Each key has a primary and secondary function.

Upper Measurement keys

DCV DCI Measures DC Voltage (page 33).

DCI DCI Measures DC Current (page

ACV ACI Measures AC Voltage (page 33).

ACI ACI Measures AC Current (page

DCV + ACV DCI ACI Measures DC + AC voltage

DCI+ACI DCI ACI Measures DC +

Resistance/ dB Measures resistance or continuity,

dB dB Measures dB. See page 65.

Diode/ dBm Tests diodes or measures

dBm dBm Measures dBm. See page 63

Hz/P TEMP Measures the frequency or period

TEMP TEMP Measures temperature. See

2ND LOCAL As the 2nd key, selects the