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Using a Digital Multimeter for the first time

After 15 years of service I replaced my old voltmeter with a Radio Shack Digital Multimeter.The instructions read that the amps should be turned off when inserting the leads. This would mean that after playing the amp for 2 hours I would have to turn them off insert the leads and then turn the amp back on.I doubt if I could get an accurate reading this way but Radio Shack says I could.So,I ask for your opinions.
Thanks all
oem

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jea48
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Correct me if i'm wrong.Your suggestion is to insert the leads of the volt meter into the jacks of the amp.Then turn the amp on and wait at least 30 minutes before taking a reading.

If this is correct can I play music while the meter is attached to the amp?
No..... Without any signal applied to the Amp's inputs. The Amp needs to stabilize. It cannot do this if you are playing music.
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