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How to Check Mic, Speaker, Ringer (Loud Speaker) of Mobile Phone with Multimeter

by | Last Updated On May 6, 2023

Learn How to Check Mic, Speaker, Ringer (Loud Speaker) of Mobile Phone with Multimeter.

Here we will Learn How to Check Mic, Speaker, Ringer (Loud Speaker) of Mobile Phone with Multimeter in Very Simple and Easy to Understand Step-by-Step Process.These same Tips / Steps can be used to Check / Test Mic, Speaker and Ringer / Loudspeaker of all Brands including – Samsung, Apple iPhone, Huawei, Xiaomi / Redmi, Oppo, LG, Motorola, Mobicel, Lenovo, Nokia and other Top Mobile Phone Brands.

How to Check Mic, Speaker, Ringer (Loud Speaker) of Mobile Phone with Multimeter

First Thing First

I hope all of you know How to Use a Multimeter. If you have no experience at all then please read my Post of How to Use Multimeter.

How to Check Mic / Microphone of Mobile Phone with Multimeter

A Mic or Microphone of mobile cell phone / smartphone is a Card Level Part of a Mobile Phone that helps to transmit sound during phone call. It is also called Mouth Piece. Mic is controlled by Audio IC or Power IC (UEM).

Following Problems will happen if the Mic is Faulty:

  • No sound or Less Sound during phone call.
  • The other Person cannot hear your Voice / Sound.
  • Sound with interruption or Changed sound.

To Check or Test Mic of Mobile Phone with Multimeter, do following:

  1. Keep the Multimeter on Buzzer Mode. Buzzer Mode is also Called Continuity Mode.
  2. Check the (+) Positive and (-) Negative of the Mic.
  3. Value must be 600~1800.
  4. If the Value is not between 600~1800 then change the Microphone.
  5. There should NOT be any Beep / Buzzer Sound. If there is Beep / Buzzer Sound then the Mic is Faulty and needs to be replaced.
  6. NOTE: Only one side of the Mic will give value. The other side will not give any value.

How to Check or Test Speaker / Ear Speaker of Mobile Phone with Multimeter

Earpiece or Ear Speaker in a mobile cell phone helps to listen to sound during phone call. The Speaker is controlled by Audio IC or Power IC (UEM).

Following Problems will happen if the Speaker is Faulty:

  • No sound during phone call.
  • Less sound during phone call.
  • Sound with interruption.

To Check or Test Speaker of Mobile Phone with Multimeter, do following:

  1. Keep the Multimeter on Buzzer Mode.
  2. Check the (+) Positive and (-) Negative of the Speaker.
  3. Value must be 25~35.
  4. If the Value is NOT between 25~35 then change the Earpiece / Speaker.
  5. There should be a Beep / Buzzer Sound. If there is NO Beep / Buzzer Sound then the Speaker is Faulty and needs to be replaced.
  6. NOTE: If there is less sound or sound is not clear during phone call then change the speaker.

How to Test or Check Ringer / Buzzer / Loudspeaker of Mobile Phone with Multimeter

Ringer of a mobile phone or smartphone rings or plays loud sound. It is also called by several other names like – I.H.F Speaker, Buzzer, Loud Speaker, and Melody etc.

Following Problems will happen if the Buzzer / Loudspeaker is Faulty:

  • Ringer / Loud Speaker not working
  • Less sound from the Ringer
  • Sound coming from Ringer but with interruption
  • Sound not clear
  • Cannot Play Music or No Sound from Video
  • Phone Not Ringing during incoming call
  • Phone Vibrates but won’t ring

To Check or Test Buzzer / Loudspeaker of Mobile Phone with Multimeter, do following:

  1. Keep the Multimeter on Buzzer Mode.
  2. Check the (+) Positive and (-) Negative of the Buzzer.
  3. Value must be 8~10.
  4. If the Value is not between 8~10 then change / replace the Ringer.
  5. There should be a Beep / Buzzer Sound. If there is NO Beep / Buzzer Sound then the Ringer is Faulty and needs to be replaced.
  6. NOTE: If there is less sound from the Ringer then change the Ringer directly.

Checking Mic, Speaker, Ringer of Mobile Phone FAQs

Set your multimeter to the continuity test mode, then touch the probes to the positive and negative terminals of the mic. If you hear a beep, it means the mic is working correctly.

Set your multimeter to the continuity test mode, then touch the probes to the positive and negative terminals of the speaker. If you hear a beep, it means the speaker is working correctly.

Set your multimeter to the continuity test mode, then touch the probes to the positive and negative terminals of the ringer. If you hear a beep, it means the ringer is working correctly.

You may need to replace the faulty part, or it could be a problem with your mobile phone's circuit board. It's best to take it to a professional technician for further diagnosis.

Yes, it's safe as long as you follow the correct procedures and use the multimeter appropriately. Be sure to disconnect the battery from your mobile phone before testing any components.

Yes, you can use some simple techniques like making a phone call or recording your voice to test the mic, playing music or a ringtone to test the speaker, and adjusting the volume to test the ringer. However, using a multimeter is a more accurate method for checking the electrical connection of these components.

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