BTMETER BT-38C Pen Type Digital Multimeter

1. Sarrera

The BTMETER BT-38C Pen Type Digital Multimeter is a portable, stable, and anti-dropping instrument designed for accurate electrical measurements. Featuring a 6000-count LCD monitor with 12mm high characters, it provides clear readings for various applications. Its robust circuitry, incorporating large-scale IC A/D converters and overload protection, ensures reliable performance.

This multimeter is ideal for measuring DC and AC voltage, resistance, capacitance, positive diode voltage drop, and continuity. It is designed to simplify circuit maintenance, HVAC system diagnostics, car repair, and general industrial use, eliminating the need to juggle multiple test leads.

Note: Using the equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair the protection provided by the instrument.

2. Paketearen edukia

Egiaztatu elementu guztiak bertan daudela eta egoera onean daudela:

• 1 x BTMETER BT-38C Pen Type Digital Multimeter
• 1 x Integrated Test Lead (black)
• 1 x Detachable Test Lead (red)
• 1 x Erabiltzailearen eskuliburua
• 1 x Enbalatzeko Kutxa

3. Produktuaren ezaugarriak

The BT-38C multimeter offers a range of features for efficient and safe operation:

• Auto barrutia: Neurketa-tarte egokia automatikoki hautatzen du.
• 6000 Counts LCD Display: Provides high-resolution readings.
• DC bolumenatage Neurketa: 600V arte.
• AC Boltage Neurketa: 600V arte.
• Erresistentzia neurketa: 60MΩ arte.
• Kapazitatearen neurketa: Gehienez 99.99mF.
• Diodo proba: Diodoen funtzionaltasuna egiaztatzeko.
• Continuity Alarm: Audible alert for continuous circuits.
• Datuak gordetzea: Locks the displayed reading for easy recording.
• Atzeko argiztatutako LCD pantaila: Ikusgarritasuna hobetzen du argi gutxiko baldintzetan.
• Lamp Light (Flashlight): Integrated LED for illuminating work areas.
• Bateria baxuaren adierazlea: Bateriak aldatu behar direnean abisatzen du.
• Itzali automatikoa: Conserves battery life by automatically shutting down after inactivity.
• Gainkarga babesa: Ensures safety when input exceeds specified limits.
• CE Ziurtagiria: Europako segurtasun-arauak betetzen ditu.

4. Panelen diseinua

Familiarize yourself with the components and controls of your multimeter:

1. Test Lead Fixture: Secures the COM (black) test lead.
2. LCD pantaila: Neurketa-irakurketak, unitateak eta funtzio-adierazleak erakusten ditu.
3. EUTSI tekla: Press to lock the displayed value. The "DH" sign will appear. Press again to exit. Long press (over 2 seconds) to activate/deactivate the backlight and lamp argia.
4. SELECT tekla: Used to switch between measurement functions (e.g., Resistance, Diode, Continuity, Capacitance, or AC/DC voltage) within a given toggle switch position.
5. COM Input Test Lead: The integrated black test lead.
6. Etengailua: Rotary switch to select the main measurement mode (OFF, V/C for Voltage/Capacitance, Ω-)))->|- for Resistance/Continuity/Diode).
7. REL tekla: Press to enter relative measuring mode. "REL" is displayed. The meter shows the difference between the current measurement and a stored reference value. Press again to exit.
8. Babes Casing: Provides durability and grip.
9. Bateriaren estalkia: Located at the bottom for battery access.
10. Lamp Argia: Integrated LED flashlight for illuminating dark work areas.

5. Konfigurazioa

5.1 Bateriaren instalazioa

The BT-38C requires two 1.5V 'AAA' R03P batteries (not included). Follow these steps to install them:

1. Ziurtatu multimetroa itzalita dagoela.
2. Locate the battery cover at the bottom of the multimeter.
3. Erabili bihurkin bat bateriaren estalkia irekitzeko.
4. Insert two 1.5V 'AAA' R03P batteries, observing the correct polarity (+/-).
5. Jarri bateriaren estalkia eta lotu torlojuarekin.

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, do not operate the multimeter with the battery cover opened.

6. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

Always ensure the multimeter is set to the correct function and range before making any measurements. Avoid changing the toggle switch position during a live measurement.

6.1 Funtzionamendu Orokorra

1. Turn the toggle switch to the desired primary measurement function (V/C or Ω-)))->|-).
2. Use the "SELECT" button to cycle through the sub-functions (e.g., DC Voltage, AC Voltage, Capacitance, Resistance, Diode, Continuity).
3. Konektatu proba-kableak probatu beharreko zirkuituari edo osagaiari.
4. Irakurri neurketa LCD pantailan.

6.2 DC Voltage Neurketa

1. Set the toggle switch to the V/C position.
2. Press the "SELECT" button repeatedly until "DC" is displayed on the screen.
3. Connect the red test lead to the positive (+) side of the DC source and the black test lead to the negative (-) side.
4. Irakurri DC liburuatagPantailako balioa.

6.3 AC Voltage Neurketa

1. Set the toggle switch to the V/C position.
2. Press the "SELECT" button repeatedly until "AC" is displayed on the screen.
3. Konektatu proba-kableak AC bolumenaren artean.tage iturria.
4. Irakurri AC liburukiatagPantailako balioa.

6.4 Erresistentzia Neurketa

1. Set the toggle switch to the Ω-)))->|- position.
2. Press the "SELECT" button repeatedly until "Ω" is displayed on the screen.
3. Konektatu proba-kableak neurtu nahi duzun erresistentzia osagaiaren artean.
4. Irakurri erresistentziaren balioa pantailan.

6.5 Jarraitasun proba

1. Set the toggle switch to the Ω-)))->|- position.
2. Press the "SELECT" button repeatedly until the buzzer icon ")))" is displayed on the screen.
3. Konektatu proba-kableak zirkuituan edo osagaian zehar.
4. If there is continuity (low resistance), the buzzer will sound.

6.6 Diodoen Neurketa

1. Set the toggle switch to the Ω-)))->|- position.
2. Press the "SELECT" button repeatedly until the diode icon "->|-" is displayed on the screen.
3. Connect the red test lead to the anode (positive) of the diode and the black test lead to the cathode (negative). Note the forward voltage tanta.
4. Reverse the test leads. A good diode should display "OL" (Overload) in this reverse-biased condition.

6.7 Kapazitatearen Neurketa

1. Set the toggle switch to the V/C position.
2. Press the "SELECT" button repeatedly until "F" (Farad) is displayed on the screen.
3. Konektatu proba-kableak kondentsadorearen artean.
4. Read the capacitance value on the display. For large-capacity capacitors (e.g., 100uF to 60mF), it may take approximately 10 seconds for the final stable reading to appear.

6.8 Data Hold (HOLD Key)

To freeze the current reading on the display, press the "HOLD" key. The "DH" indicator will appear. Press the "HOLD" key again to release the reading and return to live measurement.

6.9 Backlight and Lamp Argia

To activate the LCD backlight and the integrated lamp light (flashlight), press and hold the "HOLD" key for more than 2 seconds. To turn them off, press and hold the "HOLD" key again for more than 2 seconds. The lights will automatically turn off after 15 seconds of inactivity.

6.10 Relative Measuring Mode (REL Key)

Press the "REL" key to enter relative measuring mode. The "REL" indicator will be displayed. In this mode, the meter displays the difference between the current measurement and a stored reference value (the value present when "REL" was pressed). Press the "REL" key again to exit this mode.

6.11 Itzalketa automatikoa

The multimeter is equipped with an auto power-off feature to conserve battery life. If there is no operation for approximately 15 minutes, the meter will automatically switch to standby mode. To exit standby mode, press any key. To disable the auto power-off function, press and hold the "SELECT" key while turning on the multimeter.

7. Zehaztapenak

8. Segurtasun informazioa

Always adhere to safety precautions to prevent personal injury or damage to the multimeter.

• Gainkarga babesa: The instrument is equipped with overload protection. If the input exceeds the effective value of 600V AC and DC voltage, the buzzer will sound to alert you.
• Input Limits: Input signals must not exceed the specified limits of the multimeter.
• Bateriaren estalkia: Do not operate the multimeter with the battery cover open to avoid electrical shock.
• liburukiatage Measurement Caution: Kontuz ibili bol. neurtzeantages higher than DC 60V or AC 30V to prevent electrical shock.
• Toggle Switch Position: Do not change the toggle switch position randomly during a measurement. Always disconnect the test leads from the circuit before changing functions.
• TV Set/Switched Power Measurement: When measuring TV sets or switched power supplies, be aware of positive pulses that may damage the circuit.
• Itzali: After completing operations, set the toggle switch to OFF to conserve battery power.

9. Mantentzea

9.1 Garbiketa

To clean the multimeter, wipe the casing bigun batekin, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, solvents, or harsh chemicals, as these can damage the plastic components or internal circuitry.

9.2 Bateria ordezkatzea

When the low battery indicator (a "BT" symbol) appears on the display, replace the batteries promptly to ensure accurate measurements and proper operation. Refer to Section 5.1 for battery installation instructions.

9.3 Epe luzerako biltegiratzea

If the multimeter will not be used for an extended period, remove the batteries to prevent potential damage from battery leakage.

10. Arazoak

Hona hemen ohiko arazo batzuk eta haien konponbideak:

• Ez dago pantailarik edo pantaila ahula:
  • Bateriaren instalazioa egiaztatu eta polaritate zuzena ziurtatu.
  • Replace batteries if the low battery indicator is on or if the display is faint.
  • Ensure the toggle switch is not in the OFF position.
• "OL" (Gainezka) bistaratzen da:
  • The measured value exceeds the current range. The multimeter is auto-ranging, but extreme values may still show OL.
  • For diode measurement, "OL" is expected when the diode is reverse-biased.
  • For continuity, "OL" indicates an open circuit.
• Buzzer Sounds Continuously During Voltage Neurketa:
  • Honek sarrerako bolumena dela adierazten dutage exceeds 600V AC or DC, triggering the overload protection. Disconnect immediately.
• Multimeter Turns Off Automatically:
  • This is the Auto Power Off feature. Press any key to resume operation.
  • If you wish to disable this feature, refer to Section 6.11.
• Irakurketa okerrak:
  • Ziurtatu proba-kableak behar bezala konektatuta daudela eta ez daudela kaltetuta.
  • Check battery level; low batteries can affect accuracy.
  • Verify the correct function and sub-function are selected for the measurement.

11. Erabiltzaileentzako aholkuak

Enhance your experience with these practical tips:

• Diode Polarity: For accurate diode measurements, ensure correct polarity: connect the red test lead to the positive side and the black test lead to the negative side. Reversing the leads should display 'OL' for a healthy diode.
• Capacitor Measurement Time: When measuring large capacitors, allow sufficient time (up to 10 seconds for 100uF-60mF) for the reading to stabilize and display accurately.
• Argi gutxiko funtzionamendua: Utilize the integrated backlight and flashlight features by long-pressing the 'HOLD' button. This ensures clear readings and safe operation in dimly lit environments, making your work easier and more precise.
• Bateriaren kontserbazioa: Remember to turn the multimeter OFF after use or rely on the auto power-off feature. For long-term storage, remove the batteries to prevent leakage.

12. Bermea eta Laguntza

BTMETER provides the following support for your BT-38C Pen Type Digital Multimeter:

• Bermea: This product comes with a 1-year warranty from the store against manufacturing defects.
• Itzulketak: Kalitate arazorik izanez gero, produktua 7 eguneko epean itzul dezakezu.
• Bezeroarentzako laguntza: For any inquiries or assistance, please contact customer support. All emails will be answered within 24 hours.