16Using the XL Series Meter: Touch Screen OperationXL15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50 and 60 metersThe new accumet XL series benchtop meter operates with a state-of-the-art touch screen. Thetouch screen makes this the easiest meter on the market to operate and care for. When the meteris first plugged in, the meter runs a self-test and takes you to the measurement screen. Touchany icon to access the functions of the meter. Your XL series meter also includes a stylus thatyou can use to tap on your screen. The stylus easily stores inside the back panel of the meter.The buttons on the right side of the screen control all of the functions of the meter. A light touchon the screen is all that you need to access the various functions. Once you touch a button youwill get an audible tone; the screen will not change until you lift your stylus. This design preventsrapid uncontrolled scrolling through the various function screens.Function buttons and options change from screen to screen. Easy to understand prompts guideyou through the operation of the meter in the selected mode. If you are ever in doubt about whatto do, just touch Help on the bottom right corner of the screen for detailed information about thatscreen.Your meter was shipped with a clear protective sheet to protect the LCD display and “bubbles”may appear on the screen. The screen will respond better and visibility will improve if it isremoved. Alternatively, you may choose to leave this on for added protection.Screen contrast adjustmentYou can adjust the contrast of your screen to your requirements.1. From the HOME screen, tap the bottom edge of the screen to access the Task bar.Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel. This launches the Control Panel screen.2. Double tap the Display Contrast icon.3. Tap the up and down arrows to select your desired contrast level.4. Tap the Close key to exit control adjustment.