How do I measure current in my breadboard circuit using Analog Discovery 2?

[Ronald]

Hello, I purchased the Analog Discovery 2 to complete an introductory course in circuit analysis.  I have been able to measure all voltages with this device using a multimeter, but now my labs are requiring me to measure currents, which my external multimeter is not picking up.  How do I use my Discovery 2 to do this?  Photo attached.  

Please note **I am only asking how to use the Discovery 2 to measure a circuit component in series, not how to solve the problem.** 

Thank you,

Ron

 

 

Edited October 19, 2022 by Ronald
Need to specify my question is about the discovery 2, and not the problem pictured.

[Ronald]

If this device alone does not measure current, why am I not able to measure current with a standard multimeter?

the alligator clips in the attached photo shows my multiple unsuccessful attempt to measure current (open the circuit, then connect the open leads to the +\- alligator clips connected to Ammeter/ground of multimeter and set the dial to the highest and progressively lowest setting to get a reading).  

[Fausto]

Hello @Ronald.

The Analog Discovery 2 module measures voltage signals. 

https://digilent.com/reference/test-and-measurement/analog-discovery-2/specifications

However, for current measurements, please reference the following demo.

https://digilent.com/reference/test-and-measurement/analog-discovery-2/demos/measuring-current

Regards,

Fausto