OW18 Series Digital Multimeters

User Manual

 OW18A
 OW18B
 OW18D
 OW18E

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Nov 2023 edition V1.1.3
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Fujian LILLIPUT Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd.

No. 19, Heming Road
Lantian Industrial Zone, Zhangzhou 363005 P.R. China
Tel: +86-596-2130430 Fax: +86-596-2109272
Web: www.owon.com.cn E-mail: info@owon.com.cn
 General Warranty
Our company warrants that the product will be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase of the product by the
original purchaser from the our company. This warranty only applies to the original
purchaser and is not transferable to the third party, and does not apply to fuses,
disposable batteries or to any product which has been misused, altered, neglected
or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling.
If the product proves defective during the warranty period, our company either will
repair the defective product without charge for parts and labor, or will provide a
replacement in exchange for the defective product. Parts, modules and
replacement products used by our company for warranty work may be new or
reconditioned like new performance. All replaced parts, modules and products
become the property of our company.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, customer must notify our company
of the defect before the expiration of the warranty period. Customer shall be
responsible for packaging and shipping the defective product to the service center
designated by our company, and with a copy of customer proof of purchase.
This warranty shall not apply to any defect, failure or damage caused by improper
use or improper or inadequate maintenance and care. Our company shall not be
obligated to furnish service under this warranty a) to repair damage resulting from
attempts by personnel other than our company representatives to install, repair or
service the product; b) to repair damage resulting from improper use or connection
to incompatible equipment; c) to repair any damage or malfunction caused by the
use of not our supplies; or d) to service a product that has been modified or
integrated with other products when the effect of such modification or integration
increases the time or difficulty of servicing the product.

Please contact the nearest Sales and Service Offices for services.

Excepting the after-sales services provided in this summary or the applicable warranty
statements, we will not offer any guarantee for maintenance definitely declared or
hinted, including but not limited to the implied guarantee for marketability and
special-purpose acceptability. We should not take any responsibilities for any indirect,
special or consequent damages.
 Table of Contents
1. Safety Information ................................................................................................ 1
Safety Considerations .................................................................................................... 1
Measurement Category ...................................................................................................3
Safety Terms and Symbols ............................................................................................ 4
2. Quick Start ............................................................................................................. 5
General Inspection .......................................................................................................... 5
Install the Batteries ......................................................................................................... 5
Adjusting the Tilt Stand .................................................................................................. 6
Power On .......................................................................................................................... 6
Sleep Mode .......................................................................................................................6
LCD Backlight and Flashlight ........................................................................................ 6
Selecting the Range ........................................................................................................ 7
Multimeter in Brief ........................................................................................................... 7
Front panel ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Rotary switch ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Keypad ......................................................................................................................................................9
Display screen ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Input terminals ....................................................................................................................................... 11

3. Making Measurements ....................................................................................... 12

Measuring AC or DC Voltage ....................................................................................... 12
Measuring Resistance ...................................................................................................12
Testing for Continuity ................................................................................................... 13
Testing Diodes ............................................................................................................... 13
Measuring Capacitance ................................................................................................ 13
Measuring Frequency ................................................................................................... 14
Measuring Temperature ................................................................................................14
Non-Contact Voltage Detect (NCV) ..............................................................................14
Measuring Transistor — Only for specific models ....................................................15
Measuring DC or AC Current ....................................................................................... 15
4. Multimeter Features ............................................................................................17
Data Hold Mode ..............................................................................................................17
Making Relative Measurements ................................................................................... 17
Buzzer Feature ............................................................................................................... 17

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Mobile App ......................................................................................................................18
How to Connect with Android Device ................................................................................................ 18
User Interface in mobile App ...............................................................................................................20
Operations in Android App .................................................................................................................. 21
Multimeter Offline Record ....................................................................................................................23

6. To Connect with Computer – Only for OW18B/OW18E .................................27

iMeter Connection ......................................................................................................... 27
multimeterBLE Connection .......................................................................................... 27
How to Connect with Computer ..........................................................................................................27
User Interface in MultimeterBLE Software ........................................................................................36
Operations in MultimeterBLE Software ............................................................................................. 37
Multimeter Offline Record (PC Software) ..........................................................................................37

7. Technical Specifications ....................................................................................40

8. Appendix ...............................................................................................................44
Appendix A: Enclosure ................................................................................................. 44
Appendix B: General Care and Cleaning ....................................................................44

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 1.Safety Information

1. Safety Information
Safety Considerations
Before any operations, please read the following safety precautions to avoid
any possible bodily injury and prevent damage to this product or any other
products connected. To avoid any contingent danger, use this product only
as specified.
 Limit operation to the specified measurement category, voltage, or amperage
ratings.
 Do not use the multimeter if it is damaged. Before you use the multimeter,
inspect the case. Look for cracks or missing plastic. Pay particular attention to
the insulation surrounding the connectors.
 Do not use the test leads provided for other products. Use only the
certified test leads specified for this product.
 Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal.
 Before use, verify the multimeter's operation by measuring a known voltage.
 Only the qualified technicians can implement the maintenance.
 Always use the specified battery type. The power for the multimeter is
supplied with a battery. Observe the correct polarity markings before you insert
the batteries to ensure proper insertion of the batteries in the multimeter.
 Check all Terminal Ratings. To avoid fire or shock hazard, check all ratings
and markers of this product. Refer to the user's manual for more information
about ratings before connecting to the multimeter.
 Do not operate the multimeter with the cover or portions of the cover removed
or loosened.
 Use Proper Fuse. Use only the specified type and rating fuse for the
multimeter.
 Do not operate if in any doubt. If you suspect damage occurs to the
multimeter, have it inspected by qualified service personnel before further
operations.
 To avoid electric shock, do not operate this product in wet or damp
conditions.
 Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere.
 Keep product surfaces clean and dry.
 Do not apply more than the rated voltage (as marked on the multimeter)
between terminals, or between terminal and earth ground.
 When measuring current, turn off the circuit power before connecting the
multimeter in the circuit. Remember to place the multimeter in series with the
circuit.
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 When servicing the multimeter, use only the specified replacement parts.
 Use caution when working above 60 V DC, 30 V AC RMS, or 42.4 V peak.
Such voltages pose a shock hazard.
 When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards on the
test leads.
 Remove the test leads from the multimeter before you open the battery cover.
 To avoid false readings, which may lead to possible electric shock or personal
injury, replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator appears
and flashes.
 Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before
testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance.
 Use the proper terminals, function, and range for your measurements.
When the range of the value to be measured is unknown, set the rotary switch
position as the highest range, or choose the auto ranging mode. To avoid
damages to the multimeter, do not exceed the maximum limits of the input
values shown in the technical specification tables.
 Connect the common test lead before you connect the live test lead. When you
disconnect the leads, disconnect the live test lead first.
 Before changing functions, disconnect the test leads from the circuit under test.

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Measurement Category
The multimeter has a safety rating of 1000 V, CAT III and 600 V, CAT IV.

Measurement category definition

Measurement CAT I applies to measurements performed on circuits not directly

connected to the AC mains. Examples are measurements on circuits not derived
from the AC mains and specially protected (internal) mains- derived circuits.

Measurement CAT II applies to protect against transients from energy-consuming

equipment supplied from the fixed installation, such as TVs, PCs, portable tools,
and other household circuits.

Measurement CAT III applies to protect against transients in equipment in fixed

equipment installations, such as distribution panels, feeders and short branch
circuits, and lighting systems in large buildings.

Measurement CAT IV applies to measurements performed at the source of the

low- voltage installation. Examples are electricity meters and measurements on
primary over current protection devices and ripple control units.

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Safety Terms and Symbols

Safety Terms
Terms in this Manual. The following terms may appear in this manual:

Warning: Warning indicates the conditions or practices that could result

in personal injury or death.

Caution: Caution indicates the conditions or practices that could result in

damage to this product or other property.
Terms on the Product. The following terms may appear on this product:
Danger: It indicates an injury or hazard may immediately happen.
Warning: It indicates an injury or hazard may be accessible potentially.
Caution: It indicates a potential damage to the instrument or other property might
occur.

Safety Symbols
Symbols on the Product. The following symbol may appear on the product:

Direct current (DC) Fuse

Caution, risk of danger (refer to this

Alternating current (AC) manual for specific Warning or Caution
information)

Both direct and alternating current Category I overvoltage protection

Ground terminal Category II overvoltage protection

Conforms to European Union

Category III overvoltage protection
directives

Equipment protected throughout by

double insulation or reinforced Category IV overvoltage protection
insulation

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 2.Quick Start

2. Quick Start
General Inspection
After you get a new multimeter, make a check on the instrument according to the
following steps:

1. Check whether there is any damage caused by transportation.

If it is found that the packaging carton or the foamed plastic protection cushion
has suffered serious damage, do not throw it away first till the complete device
and its accessories succeed in the electrical and mechanical property tests.

2. Check the Accessories

The supplied accessories have been already described in the Appendix A:
Enclosure of this Manual. You can check whether there is any loss of
accessories with reference to this description. If it is found that there is any
accessory lost or damaged, please get in touch with the distributor of our
responsible for this service or the our local offices.

3. Check the Complete Instrument

If it is found that there is damage to the appearance of the instrument, or the
instrument can not work normally, or fails in the performance test, please get in
touch with the our distributor responsible for this business or the our local
offices. If there is damage to the instrument caused by the transportation,
please keep the package. With the transportation department or the our
distributor responsible for this business informed about it, a repairing or
replacement of the instrument will be arranged by us.

Install the Batteries

The multimeter is powered by a 9V (6F22) battery.

Warning: To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock
or personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the low battery

indicator appears.

Before replacing the battery, turn off the meter, disconnect test
leads and any connectors from any circuit under test, remove test
leads from the input terminals. Use only the specified battery type.

Use the following procedure to install the batteries.

(1) Ensure that the rotary switch is at the position. Remove test leads and
any connectors from the input terminals.

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(2) Lift the tilt stand and loosen the screws with a suitable Phillips screwdriver and
remove the battery cover.
(3) Observe the battery polarity indicated inside the battery compartment, Insert
the batteries.
(4) Place the battery cover back in its original position and tighten the screws.

Caution: To avoid instruments being damage from battery leakage, always remove
the batteries and store them separately if the multimeter is not going to be
used for a long period.

Adjusting the Tilt Stand

Pull the tilt stand outward to its maximum reach (about 85° to the meter body).

Power On
(1) To power ON the multimeter, turn the rotary switch to any other position except
.
(2) To power OFF the multimeter, turn the rotary switch to the position.

Sleep Mode
The multimeter automatically enters the sleep mode if the rotary switch is not
moved or a key is not pressed for 30 minutes. (When the Bluetooth is activated,
this function is disabled.)
Pressing or turn the rotary switch will turn the multimeter back to operation
mode from the sleep mode.
One minute before Auto Power-off, the buzzer will beep five times to warn. Before
shutoff, the buzzer will emit a long beep, and then the multimeter will shut off.
Note: In sleep mode, the multimeter will still consume a little power. If the
multimeter is not going to be used for a long period, the power should be turned
off.

LCD Backlight and Flashlight

To implement the test among darkness, you can activate the LCD backlight and
flashlight by pressing for more than 2 seconds. The backlight and flashlight
will last for one minute. To turn off manually, pressing for more than 2
seconds.

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Selecting the Range

 Auto ranging is set as default when the meter is powered on, is

displayed.
 When auto ranging is enabled, press to enter the manual range mode.
 In manual range, each additional press of sets the multimeter to the
next higher range, unless it is already in the highest range, at which point the
range switches to the lowest range.
 When manual range is enabled, press for more than 2 seconds to enter
the auto ranging mode.

Note: Manual range is not available when measuring capacitance.

Multimeter in Brief

Front panel

Figure 2- 1 Front panel overview (OW18B is shown for example)

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No. Description Details

① Display screen Page 9

② Keypad Page 9

③ Rotary switch Page 8

④ Input terminals Page 11

⑤ Transistor test holes (only for specific Page 15

models)
⑥ LED indicator

⑦ Non-contact voltage detector (NCV) Page 14

⑧ Flashlight Page 6

Rotary switch
Position Description Details
Power off Page 6

DC or AC voltage measurement

DC or AC voltage measurement Page 12

(For OW18A/OW18B: up to 600 millivolts
* For OW18D/OW18E: up to 200
millivolts)
Resistance measurement Page 12
Continuity test Page 13
Diode test Page 13
Capacitance measurement Page 13
Frequency measurement Page 14
Temperature measurement Page 14
Non-contact voltage detect Page 14
* Transistor measurement Page 15
DC or AC current measurement (For
OW18A/OW18B: up to 6000
microamperes;
For OW18D/OW18E: up to2000 Page 15
microamperes)
DC or AC current measurement (For
OW18A/OW18B: up to 600 milliamperes;
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For OW18D/OW18E: up to200
milliamperes.

DC or AC current measurement

* The model with function does not have the position.

Keypad
Key Description Details
Select DC or AC
Select Resistance/Continuity /Diode

Auto/Manual range Page 7

Backlight & Flashlight Page 6

Data Hold Page 17
Select frequency/duty cycle Page 14
Measuring frequency in AC voltage/current
mode
Relative Measurements Page 17
Bluetooth (only for OW18B/OW18E) Page 18

Display screen

Figure 2- 2 Display screen（For OW18D/E）

Symbol Description Details

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Auto range Page 7

Sleep mode Page 7

Relative enabled Page 17

Data hold enabled Page 17

Diode test selected Page 13

Continuity test selected Page 13

Bluetooth enabled Page 18

DC Page 12 and
AC Page 14

Measurement display
("OL" is short for overload,
indicates the reading exceeds
the display range)

Battery is low Page 5

True RMS

Measuring
Page 10
units

Measurement units

Sign Description
M Mega 1E+06 (1000000)
k kilo 1E+03 (1000)
m milli 1E–03 (0.001)
 micro 1E–06 (0.000001)
n nano 1E–09 (0.000000001)
Sign Description Measurement type
℃ Degree Celsius
Temperature
℉ Degree Fahrenheit
V Voltage Voltage
A Ampere Current
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 Ohm Resistance
Hz Hertz Frequency
% Percent, Duty cycle
F Farad Capacitance

Input terminals
The terminal connections for the different measurement functions of the multimeter
are described in the table below.
Warning: Before starting any measurement, observe the rotary switch
position of the multimeter, and then connect the test leads to the
correct terminals.

Caution: To avoid damaging the multimeter, do not exceed the rated input limit.

Rotary switch
Input terminals Overload protection
position

( ) 750 VAC/1000 VDC

250 VAC/300 VDC

OW18A/OW18B:
400mA/250V;
Model with OW18D/OW18E:
200mA/250V.
resettable fuse
OW18A/OW18B:
1A/1000V;
Model without
OW18D/OW18E:
0.5A/1000V
fast-acting fuse
20A/250V,
Model with
fast-acting fuse
Model without 15A/1000V,
fast-acting fuse

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3. Making Measurements
Measuring AC or DC Voltage
Warning: Do not measure any voltage of over 1000 Vdc or 750 Vac rms to
avoid instrument damage or electric shock.
Do not apply more than 1000 Vdc or 750 Vac rms between the
common terminal and the earth ground to avoid instrument damage
or electric shock.

This multimeter displays DC voltage values as well as their polarity. Negative DC

voltages will display a negative sign on the left of the display.

(1) Rotate the rotary switch to or ( is only for specific models).

Default is DC measurement mode, will be displayed. Press to
switch into AC measurement mode, will be displayed.
(2) Connect the black test lead to the terminal and the red test lead to the

terminal.

(3) Probe the test points and read the display. Press to enable and cycle
through the manual ranges.

Note: When measuring AC voltage, press to cycle through frequency

measuring, duty cycle measuring, and original measuring.

Measuring Resistance

Caution: To avoid possible damage to your multimeter or to the equipment under

test, disconnect the circuit power and discharge all high-voltage
capacitors before measuring resistance.

(1) Rotate the rotary switch to .

(2) Connect the black test lead to the terminal and the red test lead to the

terminal.

(3) Probe the test points and read the display. Press to enable and cycle
through the manual ranges.

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Testing for Continuity

Caution: To avoid possible damage to your multimeter or to the equipment under

test, disconnect the circuit power and discharge all high-voltage
capacitors before testing for continuity.

(1) Rotate the rotary switch to . Press once to enter continuity testing
mode, will be displayed.
(2) Connect the black test lead to the terminal and the red test lead to the

terminal.
(3) Probe the test points to measure the resistance in the circuit. If the reading is
below 30 , the multimeter will beep continuously.

Testing Diodes

Caution: To avoid possible damage to your multimeter or to the equipment under

test, disconnect the circuit power and discharge all high-voltage
capacitors before testing diodes.

(1) Rotate the rotary switch to . Press twice to enter diode testing
mode, will be displayed.
(2) Connect the black test lead to the terminal and the red test lead to the

terminal.
(3) Connect the red test lead to the positive terminal (anode) of the diode and the
black test lead to the negative terminal (cathode). The cathode of a diode is
indicated with a band.
(4) Read the diode forward bias. If the test lead connection is reversed, the
multimeter will display "OL".

Measuring Capacitance
Caution: To avoid possible damage to the multimeter or to the equipment under
test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors
before measuring capacitance. Use the DC voltage function to confirm
that the capacitor is fully discharged.
(1) Rotate the rotary switch to .
(2) Connect the black test lead to the terminal and the red test lead to the

terminal.

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(3) Probe the test points and read the display.

Measuring Frequency
(1) Rotate the rotary switch to .
(2) Connect the black test lead to the terminal and the red test lead to the

terminal.
(3) Probe the test points and read the display.

(4) Press to switch between the frequency and duty cycle measurements.

Note: When measuring AC voltage or AC current, press to cycle through

frequency measuring, duty cycle measuring, and original measuring.
To measure the frequency of signal with large amplitude, it is recommended to

press to measure the frequency in AC voltage measurement mode.

Measuring Temperature
(1) Rotate the rotary switch to .
(2) Connect the red connection of the K-type thermocouple to the
terminal and the black connection to the terminal.
(3) Probe the test points and read the display.

Non-Contact Voltage Detect (NCV)

To detect the presence of AC voltage, place the top of the meter close to a voltage
source. When voltage is detected, the LED above the display will glow, and the
meter will beep.

Warning:
 Always test the NCV function on a known live circuit before
use.
 Do not attempt to use the meter as an AC Voltage Detector
if the battery is weak or bad.
 Even without indication, voltage may still be present. Do not
rely on NCV detection to check the shielded wire. Detection
could be impaired by socket design, insulation thickness, or
other factors.
 External interference such as static electricity sources

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could mistakenly trigger NCV indication.
(1) Rotate the rotary switch to .
(2) Test the NCV function on a known live circuit before use.
(3) Place the top of the meter very close to the voltage source as shown in the
figure.
(4) If voltage is detected, the LED above the display will flash, and the meter will
beep.

Measuring Transistor — Only for specific models

(1) Rotate the rotary switch to .
(2) Verify the type of the transistor is NPN or PNP, and locate the Emitter, Base
and Collector leads. Insert leads of the transistor into the corresponding test
holes on the panel.
(3) Read the hFE value.

Measuring DC or AC Current
Warning: Never attempt an in-circuit current measurement where the open-circuit
potential to earth is greater than 250 V. Doing so will cause damage to
the multimeter and possible electric shock or personal injury.

Caution: To avoid possible damage to the multimeter or to the equipment under

test, check the multimeter’s fuse before measuring current. Use the
proper terminals, function, and range for your measurement. Never place
the test leads in parallel with any circuit or component when the leads are
plugged into the current terminals.

(1) Turn off the power of the measured circuit. Discharge all high- voltage
capacitors.
(2) For OW18A/OW18B，connect the black test lead to the terminal. For
currents below 600 mA, connect the red test lead to the terminal; for
currents within 600 mA – 10 A, connect the red test lead to the terminal.
For OW18D/OW18E，connect the black test lead to the terminal. For
currents below 200 mA, connect the red test lead to the terminal; for
currents within 200 mA – 10 A, connect the red test lead to the terminal.
(3) Rotate the rotary switch to the appropriate position according to the

measurement range, , , or .
(4) Disconnect the circuit path to be tested. Connect the black test lead to one
side of the circuit (with a lower voltage); connect the red test lead to the other
side (with a higher voltage). Reversing the leads will produce a negative
reading, but will not damage the multimeter.
(5) Select DC or AC measurement mode. Default is DC measurement mode,
will be displayed. Press to switch into AC measurement mode, will
be displayed.
(6) Turn on the power of the measured circuit, and read the display. Press
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to enable and cycle through the manual ranges. If "OL" is displayed, it indicates
the input exceeds the selected range and the rotary switch should be set to the
position with higher range.
(7) Turn off the power of the measured circuit and discharge all high-voltage
capacitors. Remove the test leads and restore the circuit to the original
condition.

Note: When measuring AC current, press to cycle through frequency

measuring, duty cycle measuring, and original measuring.

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4. Multimeter Features
Data Hold Mode
(1) Press to freeze the display during measurement, will be shown on
the display.
(2) Press again to exit this mode.

Making Relative Measurements

When making relative measurements, reading is the difference between a stored
reference value and the input signal.

(1) Press to enter the relative mode, will be shown on the display. The

measurement value when pressing is stored as the reference value.

In this mode, REL△ (current reading) = input value - reference value.
(2) Press it again to exit the mode.
In relative measurement, the manual range mode will be activated automatically.
(The relative measurement should be carried out under a certain range, that is, this
function is only available under the manual range mode.)
Note: This function is not available when measuring AC voltage/current, transistor
(only for specific models), and frequency.

Buzzer Feature

 Press the function key, the buzzer emits a short beep.

 One minute before Auto Power-off, the buzzer will beep five times to warn.
Before shutoff, the buzzer will emit a long beep, and then the multimeter will
shut off.

 The buzzer beeps continuously to warn once the measured DC voltage

exceeds 1000 V, or the measured AC voltage exceeds 750 V.

 The buzzer emits a long beep when the short circuit resistance is less than
about 50 during the continuity test.

 When the Bluetooth function is idle for 10 minutes, the Bluetooth will be turned
off automatically. Before turning off, the buzzer will beep twice.
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5. To Connect with Mobile Device – Only for

OW18B/OW18E
OW18B/OW18E supports communications with smart device through Bluetooth.
You can use the free application software on the smart devices to monitor the
measurements, perform remote control, view trending graphs, etc. The recorded
data can be saved as CSV file. The maximum number of record that can be stored
depends on the free storage space in your smart device. More than one meters
can be connected simultaneously.
Note: Bluetooth connectivity works over a range of about 7 to 8 meters. The work
range is much longer in open-sided and non-occluded wide range environment,
even up to 20 meters. When the Bluetooth function is idle for 10 minutes, the
Bluetooth will be turned off automatically. Before turning off, the buzzer will beep
twice.

Mobile App

How to Connect with Android Device

(1) On the mobile device, scan the QR code below and follow the instructions to
install the free multimeter app.

(2) Open the installed application on your mobile device.

(3) Turn on the multimeter, press and hold until appear on the display.
(4) Click on "Device List" in the bottom navigation bar.

(5) Click the "+" icon in the upper left corner to begin searching for devices and
list out the multimeters found.

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(6) If the Bluetooth of the mobile device is not enabled, a prompt box will pop up at
the bottom, indicating "Bluetooth is not turned on". You need to manually
open the Bluetooth of the mobile device before connection can be made.

(7) Active "Filter device" to hide incompatible multimeters.

(8) After "BDM" appears in the list of available devices, click and select to connect
it to the mobile device.

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User Interface in mobile App

Measuring gear comparison table:

Display Function Display Function

DC DC voltage/current CAP Capacitance
measurement measurement
AC AC voltage/current Hz Frequency measurement
measurement
RES Resistance measurement DUTY Duty cycle measurement
CONT On-off test TEMP Temperature
measurement
DIODE Diode measurement POWER Power measurement

Measurement status comparison table:

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Display Function Display Function
HOLD Holds or locks the current value REL Relative value
AUTO Automatic measuring range Bat Low battery
MAX Maximum holding MIN Minimum holding
RMR Current value (only B41 model )

Operations in Android App

 Customize the meter name
The device name of meter can be customized.Click the main interface of the
device to enter the control screen interface,click on the top right corner

“ ”,enter the more settings interface,and then click the “Modify device
name” , you can enter the rename device interface.You can input the

customized name, click “ ” to finish the setting, this name will be memorized
in the device. If this meter is connected to the same device next time, the
customized name will be shown. If this meter is connected to another device,
the name is still the default one or the customized name to the connected
device.

 Add meter:Click the "+" icon in the upper left corner to begin searching for
devices and list out the multimeters found.

 Select meter:Under the Data Chart interface,click the drop-down box to

select the multimeter for reading.

 Disconnect meter: In the list of devices, select the multimeter you want to
disconnect, and swipe left after touching your finger. Click the "Remove"
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button that slides out.Click on "OK" in the pop-up prompt to disconnect the
multimeter.

 Remote Control: In single view, the control softkeys just as press the
corresponding keys of multimeter.
 Voice out function
Click the shortcut key at the top of the control interface to turn on or off the

voice broadcast .Click on the upper right corner of the control interface " ",

to enter more settings, click on "Voice Broadcast" switch ,turn on or

off the function.

 Data Graph and Table: Click “Data Chart ” to enter the chart interface.

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Multimeter Offline Record

When measuring with OW18B/OW18E, you can use mobile device APP to send a
command, the multimeter will start recording the measurements. After receiving
the command, the connection will be disconnected automatically. The multimeter
will record the measuring data in its own memory. After completion of the record,
use APP to reconnect the multimeter, and then you can read the measuring data
into the Android device as a CSV file. You can use this function to record for a long
time without staff on duty, while reducing Bluetooth consumption to conserve the
battery power of the multimeter.
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Note: When the low battery indicator appears on the meter screen, the
offline record function may not work correctly. Please check the batteries of the
meter to ensure them in a good state.
(1) Connect the Android device with the multimeter, see "How to Connect with
Android Device" on P18.
(2) In APP view, tap on the " " icon on the lower right, enter the read

record interface.On the interface click on “ ”.

(3) Set "Record interval" and "Records count" (maximum records count is 10,000).
Tap on . The memory in the multimeter can only store the recording
data of one time . When start to record, the earlier offline record stored in the
multimeter will be overwritten.
The mobile device will disconnect with the multimeter in two seconds. After
disconnecting, the information "BDM disconnected." will be shown on APP.
The multimeter will record the current measurements and store in the memory.
Note: If the multimeter is in the process of recording data and not finished yet,
connect the Android device and the multimeter, a dialog box will pop up:

Select , the recording process will be interrupted. The Android

device will connect with the multimeter to read data.
Select , the multimeter will continue recording, the
connection will be aborted.

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(4) After completion of the record, to read the measuring data, reconnect the
mobile device and the multimeter.

(5) In APP view, tap on the icon on the lower left, enter the read record

interface,under the interface click on the “ ”,can start to read data.

(6) Tap on , APP will read the measuring data and save as a CSV file
into the Android device. After reading, display as below:

(7) Tap on , the data will be displayed in Data Graph and Table
interface.

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6. To Connect with Computer – Only for

OW18B/OW18E
To connect the multimeter to a computer, a Bluetooth USB adapter should be
plugged into the USB port of computer.
 Use only the Bluetooth USB adapter (optional) supplied with the product.
 The computer must be running the Windows operating system (Windows
11,Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7).
OW18B/OW18E supports communications with a computer through Bluetooth.
This multimeter supports two kinds of APP connection ： iMeter connection and
multimeterBLE connection.You can use the free multimeterBLE software on
computer to monitor the measurements, perform remote control, view trending
graphs, etc. The recorded data can be saved as CSV file. The maximum number of
record that can be stored depends on the free storage space in your smart device.
Up to three multimeters can be connected simultaneously.
Note: Bluetooth connectivity works over a range of about 7 to 8 meters. The work
range is much longer in open-sided and non-occluded wide range environment,
even up to 20 meters. When the Bluetooth function is idle for 10 minutes, the
Bluetooth will be turned off automatically. Before turning off, the buzzer will beep
twice.

iMeter Connection
For detailed documentation of the iMeter connection, please go directly to our
website.(This connection mode applies to Windows 10 and later operating
systems.)

multimeterBLE Connection
How to Connect with Computer
Step 1: Download the driver
(1) Please go to the official website to download the main program
pcMultimeter_Vxxx and the driver Multimeter_bluetooth and decompress
(2) Plug the Bluetooth adapter into the USB port of the computer

Step 2: Install driver of Bluetooth USB adapter

(1) Navigate to the multimeterBLE software installation folder (for example,
C:\Program Files\multimeterBLE).
Double-click BLE-CC254x-1.5.0.16.exe in this folder.

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(2) Click "Next".

(3) Select "I accept the agreement", and then click "Next".

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(4) Select the destination folder, and then click "Next".

(5) Click "Install".

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(6) Uncheck "View the Release Notes", and click "Finish" to exit Setup.

Note: The driver cannot be automatically installed on Windows 7 64-bit

operating system. If you need to manually install the driver, perform Step
(7).
(7) Plug the Bluetooth USB adapter into a USB port on your computer.
Right click [Computer], you can find it on the desktop, or in [Start] menu. In
the drop down menu, click on [Manage], the “Computer Management” window
opens.

Click on “Device Manager” on the left hand side. On the right hand side,
double click on “Ports (COM & LPT)”.
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Under ports, if "TI CC2540 USB CDC Serial Port (COM#)" is displayed, that
means the driver is installed successfully. Remember the “COM #” because
you will need to configure the multimeterBLE software.
Right click the unknown device icon, in the drop down menu, click "Update
Driver Software...".

Select "Browse my computer for driver software".

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Select a directory path for the driver, and click "Next".

After installing successfully, click "Close".

In Device Manager, check if "TI CC2540 USB CDC Serial Port (COM#)" is
displayed under Ports (COM & LPT).

After the installation is complete, the correct driver name is displayed.

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Open the ” pcMultimeter_Vxxx “folder and click Run the ” exe” file as shown
below:

Step 3: Connect to multimeterBLE software

(1) After installing the Bluetooth USB adapter driver successfully, run the
multimeterBLE software, the configure dialog box appears.
Make sure that the Bluetooth USB adapter is plugged into the computer.
To find the “Port” (COM #), you will need to look for it under "Ports (COM &
LPT)" in Device Manager window.
Select the port number, and click "OK".

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(2) Turn on the multimeter, press and hold until appear on the display.

(3) Click softkey on the right, a Scan Devices dialog box appears. A progress
bar shows the progress of scanning multimeters. It will take a few seconds.
When the scan is finished, select the desired multimeter in the device list. Click
the "Connect" button.

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(4) The measurements will be shown if the connection is successful. You can tap

on the softkey on the right to add another multimeter.

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User Interface in MultimeterBLE Software

Function Description Table

Display Function Display Function
DC Direct Current CAP Measuring Capacitance
AC Alternating Current Hz Measuring Frequency
RES Measuring DUT Measuring Duty Cycle
Resistance
DIO Testing Diodes TEMP Measuring Temperature
BEEP Testing for Continuity NCV Non-contact Voltage
Detect

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Operations in MultimeterBLE Software

 Add meter: In single or multi-device view, click softkey on the right.

 Select meter: In single device view, scroll left or right to switch the meter
view. In multi-device view, click a device item to select it, the background is
turned to blue.
 Disconnect meter: In single or multi-device view, move the cursor over the
icon, it will change to , click it.

 Remote Control: In single or multi-device view, the control softkeys

can be short or long pressed

to perform control, just as press the corresponding keys of the multimeter.
 Unify the unit types: In Graph&Table view, sometimes the unit type will be
changed while recording, for example, V is changed to mV. To unify the unite
types, click "Function" on the top right, in the drop down menu, check
"Singleton".

Multimeter Offline Record (PC Software)

When measuring with OW18B/OW18E, you can use PC software to send a
command, the multimeter will start recording the measurements. After receiving
the command, the connection will be disconnected automatically. The multimeter
will record the measuring data in its own memory. After completion of the record,
use PC software to reconnect the multimeter, and then you can read the
measuring data into the Android device as a CSV file. You can use this function to

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record for a long time without staff on duty, while reducing Bluetooth consumption
to conserve the battery power of the multimeter.

Note: When the low battery indicator appears on the meter screen, the
offline record function may not work correctly. Please check the batteries of the
meter to ensure them in a good state.
There are two APP modes for offline recording on the PC side of this
multimeter:iMeter offline recording and multimeterBLE offline recording.

iMeter offline recording

For detailed documentation of the iMeter connection, please go directly to our
website.(This connection mode applies to Windows 10 and later operating
systems.)

multimeterBLE offline recording

(1) Connect the multimeterBLE software with the multimeter, see "How to Connect
with Computer" on P27.

(2) On software interface, click the softkey on the right, a dialog will show.

(3) Set "Interval" and "Record counts" (maximum records count is 10,000). Click
"start offline record". The memory in the multimeter can only store the
recording data of one time. When start to record, the earlier offline record
stored in the multimeter will be overwritten.
Note: If you want to interrupt the recording process of the multimeter,
reconnect the software and the multimeter, select "Stop recording".
(4) After completion of the record, to read the measuring data, reconnect the
software and the multimeter.

(5) On software interface, click softkey on the right, a dialog will show. The
file name start with "Offline", the following part can be customized.

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(6) Click "Read Record", the software will read the measuring data and save as a
CSV file into computer. After reading, the dialog is as below:

(7) Click "Open Directory" to open the directory where the CSV files are saved.

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7. Technical Specifications
All these specifications apply to the multimeter unless otherwise explanation.
Standard conditions: The environment temperature is 18℃ to 28℃, the relative
humidity is less than 80%.
Note: When measuring AC voltage/current or capacitance, accuracy guarantee
range is 5% to 100% of the range.
OW18D/OW18E multimeter
Measurement
Function Resolution Function
Range
20.000mV 0.001mV
mV[1] ±(0.05%+10dig)
200.00mV 0.01mV

DC Voltage 2.0000V 0.1mV

(V) 20.000V 1 mV ±(0.1%+2dig)
V
200.00V 10mV
1000.0V 0.1V ±(0.15%+5dig)

20.000mV 0.001mV
mV[1]
200.00mV 0.01mV

2.0000V 0.1mV VRMS ±(0.5%+10dig)

AC Voltage
Freq range：
(V) 20.000V 1mV 40Hz-1000Hz
V
200.00V 10mV

750.0V 0.1V ±(0.8%+10dig)

μA 200.00μA 0.01μA
2.0000mA 0.1μA
DC Current ±(0.5%+10dig)
mA 20.000mA 1μA
(A)
200.00mA 10μA
A 20.000A [2] 1mA ±(2.0%+10dig)
μA 200.00μA 0.01μA
2.0000mA 0.1μA
VRMS ±(0.8%+10dig)
AC Current
mA 20.000mA 1μA Freq range：
(A)
40Hz-1000Hz
200.00mA 10μA
A 20.000A [2] 1mA ±(2.5%+10dig)
200.00Ω 0.01Ω ±(0.5%+10dig)
Resistance (Ω)
2.0000kΩ 0.1Ω ±(0.3%+3dig)

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20.000kΩ 1Ω
200.00kΩ 10Ω ±(0.3%+1dig)
2.0000MΩ 100Ω
20.000MΩ 1kΩ ±(0.5%+1dig)
200.00MΩ 10kΩ ±(5.0%+10dig)
2.0000nF 0.1pF
20.000nF 1pF
200.00nF 10pF
2.0000μF 100pF
Capacitance (F) ±(3.0%+10dig)
20.000μF 1nF
200.00μF 10nF
2.0000mF 100nF
20.000mF [3] 1μF
200.00Hz 0.01Hz
2.0000kHz 0.1Hz
20.000kHz 1Hz
Frequency [4] (Hz) ±(0.1%+4dig)
200.00kHz 10Hz
2.0000MHz 0.1kHz
20.000MHz 1kHz
0.1% - 99.9%
(Typical：Vrms=1 ±(1.2%+3dig)
Duty Cycle [5]
(%) V, f=1 kHz) 0.1%
0.1% - 99.9%(≥1
±(2.5%+3dig)
kHz)
－50 ℃ to 400 ℃ 0.1 ℃ ±(1.0%+3℃)
Temperature (°C/°F)
－58 ℉ to 752 ℉ 0.1 ℉ ±(1.2%+6℉)

[1] The rotary switch position is only for specific models.

[2] When measuring current, for 10 A to 15 A, the measuring duration should not be over 2
minutes within 10 minutes, and in this 10 minutes, no other current should flow through
except within the measuring duration; for 15 A to 20 A, the measuring duration should
not be over 10 seconds within 15 minutes, and in this 15 minutes, no other current
should flow through except within the measuring duration.
[3] When measuring capacitance, for the 20.00mF range, the measuring duration should
be over 30 seconds.
[4] When measuring frequency, the typical waveform is Square or Sine. The signal meets
the following conditions.
Frequency Amplitude (rms)
1 Hz – 4 MHz ≥ 100 mV
[5] When measuring duty cycle, the typical waveform is Square.
Note: when measuring resistance and capacitance, the influence of the resistance
reactance of the pen itself on the measured value should be considered.

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OW18A/OW18B multimeter
Function Measurement Range Resolu-tion Function

mV [1] 60.00mV/600.0mV 0.01mV

DC Voltage ±(0.5%+2dig)
V 600.0mV/6.000V/60.00V/600.0V 0.1mV
(V)
V 1000V 1V ±(0.8%+2dig)

mV [1] 600.0mV 0.01mV ±(0.8%+3dig)

AC Voltage V 600.0mV 0.1 mV ±(2%+5dig)

(V) V 6.000V/60.00V/600.0V 1mV ±(0.8%+3dig)

V 750V 1V ±(1%+3dig)

μA 600.0μA/6000μA 0.1μA ±(0.8%+2dig)

DC Current
mA 60.00mA/600.0mA 0.01mA ±(0.8%+2dig)
(A)
A 20.00A [2] 0.01A ±(1.2%+3dig)
μA 600.0μA/6000μA 0.1μA ±(1%+3dig)
AC Current
mA 60.00mA/600.0mA 0.01mA ±(1%+3dig)
(A)
A 20.00A [2] 0.01A ±(1.5%+3dig)
600.0Ω/6.000kΩ/60.00kΩ/
0.1Ω ±(0.8%+2dig)
Resistance (Ω) 600.0kΩ/6.000MΩ
60.00MΩ 0.01 MΩ ±(2%+3dig)
60.00nF/600.0nF/6.000μF/
0.01nF ±(3%+3dig)
Capacitance (F) 60.00μF
600.0μF/6.000mF/60.00mF [3] 0.1μF ±(3%+5dig)
9.999Hz/99.99Hz/999.9Hz/
Frequency [4]
(Hz) 9.999kHz/99.99kHz/999.9kHz/ 0.001Hz ±(0.8%+2dig)
9.999MHz
0.1% - 99.9%
±(1.2%+3dig)
Duty Cycle [5]
(%) (Typical: Vrms=1 V, f=1 kHz) 0.1%
0.1% - 99.9%(≥1 kHz) ±(2.5%+3dig)
－50 ℃ to 400 ℃ 1℃ ±(2.5%+3dig)
Temperature (°C/°F)
－58 ℉ to 752 ℉ 1℉ ±(4.5%+5dig)

[1] The rotary switch position is only for specific models.

[2] When measuring current, for 10 A to 15 A, the measuring duration should not be
over 2 minutes within 10 minutes, and in this 10 minutes, no other current
should flow through except within the measuring duration; for 15 A to 20 A, the
measuring duration should not be over 10 seconds within 15 minutes, and in
this 15 minutes, no other current should flow through except within the
measuring duration.
[3] When measuring capacitance, for the 60.00mF range, the measuring duration
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should be over 30 seconds.
[4] When measuring frequency, the typical waveform is Square or Sine. The signal
meets the following conditions.
Frequency Amplitude (rms)
1 Hz – 5 MHz ≥ 700 mV
[5] When measuring duty cycle, the typical waveform is Square.
Note: when measuring resistance and capacitance, the influence of the resistance
reactance of the pen itself on the measured value should be considered.
Characteristics Instruction
OW18A,OW18B 5999
Display
OW18D,OW18E 19999
Frequency Response (Hz) (40 - 1000) Hz
Sample rate for digital data 3 times/second
OW18D. OW18A Without
Bluetooth
OW18E. OW18B √
Auto ranging √
True RMS √
Diodes Test √
Sleep Mode √
Continuity Test √
NCV function √
Flashlight √
√(The " " is displayed when the battery is under the
Low battery indication
proper operation range.)
Data Hold √
Relative Measurement √
LCD Backlight √
Input Protection √
Input Impedance ≥ 10 MΩ
Battery 9V battery (6F22)
LCD Size 69 mm * 52 mm
Weight (without package) 0.32 kg
Dimension 190 mm * 90 mm * 56 mm
Working temperature 0℃ to 40℃
Storage temperature －10℃ to 60℃
Relative Humidity ≤ 80%
Operating: 3,000 meters
Altitude
Non-operating: 15,000 meters
Interval Period of Adjustment:
One year is recommended for the calibration interval period.

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8. Appendix
Appendix A: Enclosure
Standard Accessories:

Multimeter Leads K-type Quick guide 9V battery (6F22) Bolt driver

thermocouple

Alligator Clips
(only for
OW18B/OW18E)

Options:

Bluetooth USB
adapter to PC
(only for
OW18B/OW18E)

Appendix B: General Care and Cleaning

Warning: To avoid electrical shock or damage to the multimeter, ensure that

the insides of the casing stay dry at all times.

Cleaning
To clean the instrument exterior, perform the following steps:
Wipe the dust from the instrument surface with a soft cloth. Do not make any
scuffing on the screen when clean the LCD. Clean the instrument with a wet soft
cloth not dripping water. It is recommended to scrub with soft detergent or fresh
water. To avoid damage to the instrument, do not use any corrosive chemical

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cleaning agent.
Dirt or moisture in the terminals can distort readings. Follow the steps below to
clean your multimeter.
1. Turn the multimeter off and remove the test leads.
2. Turn the multimeter over and shake out the dirt in the terminals.
3. Wipe the contacts in each terminal with a clean swab dipped in alcohol.

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