No, you cannot accurately measure the output voltage of an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) using a DC meter, as the AVR typically regulates AC voltage for the generator. A DC meter is designed for measuring direct current voltage, while the voltage output from a generator is usually alternating current (AC). To measure the AC voltage effectively, you would need an AC voltmeter or a multimeter set to the AC voltage setting.
Many can measure both - Vrms (AC) or DC voltage.
A voltmeter would measure the voltage. If you measure the voltage drop over a known low resistance you get a kinda-sorta idea of the power available.
An ammeter measures amperage not voltage.
rms value of voltage
No, it is not safe but is done. As a temporary measure to get the vehicle started. Remember that the starter winding are only rated at its operating voltage and not twice the voltage. Don't let it crank very long as the starter will get very hot and could probably burn the windings out.
a voltmeter is used to measure voltage
Depending on the type of generator, you can measure the voltage at the output. Assuming it's a regular 120 volt AC generator, the output should measure 120V AC. If it doesn't, you may have problems.
Many can measure both - Vrms (AC) or DC voltage.
Any one using a voltage test instrument can measure charge differential voltage.
The unit of measure for voltage is volt. Ohm measures resistance.
A voltmeter would measure the voltage. If you measure the voltage drop over a known low resistance you get a kinda-sorta idea of the power available.
You don't. You need test equipment to measure voltage.
A voltmeter measures voltage in volts.
An ammeter measures amperage not voltage.
Decrease or reduction of voltage along the wire is called voltage drop. It is measure through wire and load resistance difference.
To measure voltage accurately in an electrical circuit, use a digital multimeter set to the voltage range of the circuit. Connect the multimeter's probes across the component or points where you want to measure the voltage. Read the displayed voltage value on the multimeter's screen for an accurate measurement.
A voltage test meter is used to measure voltage potentials in a circuit.