VOLTCRAFT VC-655 BT Quick Manual
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VC-655 BT
Digital Multimeter
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  • Page 1 VC-655 BT Digital Multimeter Quick Guide...
  • Page 2 General Warranty We warrant that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years (1 year for accessories) from the date of purchase of the product by the original purchaser from our company. This warranty only applies to the original purchaser and is not transferable to a third party.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1.Safety Information......................1 Safety Terms and Symbols......................1 General Safety Requirements......................2 Measurement Limits........................3 Main Input Terminals Measurement Limits....................3 Current Input Terminal Measurement Limits....................3 Measurement Category......................... 3 2.Quick Start......................... 5 General Inspection ......................... 5 Dimensions.............................5 Foot Stool Adjustment........................6 Front Panel Overview........................
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    1.Safety Information 1. Safety Information Safety Terms and Symbols Safety Terms Terms in this Manual. The following terms may appear in this manual: Warning: Warning indicates the conditions or practices that could result in injury or loss of life. Caution: Caution indicates the conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or other property.
  • Page 5: General Safety Requirements

    1.Safety Information General Safety Requirements Before any operations, please read the following safety precautions to avoid any possible bodily injury and prevent this product or any other products connected from damage. In order to avoid any contingent danger, this product is only used within the range specified.
  • Page 6: Measurement Limits

    1.Safety Information Measurement Limits The protection circuitry of the multimeter can prevent damage to the instrument and protect against the danger of electric shock, when the Measurement Limits are not exceeded. To ensure safe operation of the instrument, do not exceed the Measurement Limits shown on the front panel, it is defined as follows: Main Input Terminals Measurement Limits Input and COM Input terminals are used for voltage, resistance,...
  • Page 7 1.Safety Information Measurement CAT II applies to protect against transients from energy-consuming equipment supplied from the fixed installation, such as TVs, PCs, portable tools, and other household circuits. Measurement CAT III applies to protect against transients in equipment in fixed equipment installations, such as distribution panels, feeders and short branch circuits, and lighting systems in large buildings.
  • Page 8: Quick Start

    2.Quick Start 2. Quick Start General Inspection After you get a new multimeter, it is recommended that you should make a check on the instrument according to the following steps: 1. Check whether there is any damage caused by transportation. If it is found that the packaging carton or the foamed plastic protection cushion has suffered serious damage, do not throw it away first till the complete device and its accessories succeed in the electrical and mechanical property tests.
  • Page 9: Foot Stool Adjustment

    2.Quick Start Foot Stool Adjustment Unfold the foot stool on the bottom of the multimeter. Front Panel Overview Figure 2- 1 Front panel overview Item Name Description Display the user interface Menu selection Activate the corresponding menu Keys...
  • Page 10 2.Quick Start Measurement DC or AC voltage measurements Function Keys DC or AC current measurements Resistance, continuity, and diode measurements Capacitance measurements Frequency/Period measurements Temperature measurements Power button Turn on/off the multimeter. Range/Direction Keys When the Range softkey is shown on the right menu, you can press the key to switch between auto and manual range.
  • Page 11: Rear Panel Overview

    2.Quick Start Rear Panel Overview Figure 2- 2 Rear panel overview Item Name Description USB Device Connect the PC through this port. Line Fuse The fuse rating is . To replace the fuse, see page 250 V, F1AL 16, Appendix C: Line Fuse Replacement. AC Mains Input AC mains input connector.
  • Page 12: Power On

    2.Quick Start Figure 2- 4 User interface (Dual display) Power On (1) Connect the instrument to the AC supply using the supplied power cord. Warning: To avoid electric shock, the instrument must be grounded properly. (2) Press down the power button at the front panel, the screen shows the boot screen.
  • Page 13: Measurement Connections

    2.Quick Start Measurement Connections After selecting the desired measurement function, please connect the signal (device) under test to the multimeter according to the method below. To avoid instrument damage, do not discretionarily switch the measurement function when measuring. DC Voltage Measurement AC Voltage Measurement DC Current Measurement AC Current Measurement...
  • Page 14 2.Quick Start Continuity Test Resistance Measurement Diode Measurement Capacitance Measurement Frequency/Period Measurement Temperature Measurement...
  • Page 15: Data Record Function

    2.Quick Start Data Record Function Data record function includes manual record and auto record. You can use any or both functions to record the data. Manual and automatic records share a table of data stored in internal storage. The maximum number of recorded points is 1000. After collecting the data, it can be exported to the computer.
  • Page 16 2.Quick Start 1 to 1000. Press the Interval softkey to specify the time interval between readings. The range is 15 ms to 9999.999 s. 2. Record data: Press the Start softkey to start auto record. The icon will show up on the top of the display.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    3.Troubleshooting 3. Troubleshooting 1. The instrument is powered on but no Display. 1) Check if the power is connected properly. 2) Check if the line fuse which is below the AC Mains Input is used appropriately and in good condition (see page 16, Appendix C: Line Fuse Replacement). 3) Restart the instrument after the steps above.
  • Page 18: Appendix

    4.Appendix 4. Appendix Appendix A: Enclosure Standard Accessories (subject to final delivery): Spare Fuse Crocodile clip Test lead Power Cord Quick Guide Safety hintsheet CD Rom USB Cable Appendix B: General Care and Cleaning General Care Do not store or leave the instrument where the liquid crystal display will be exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
  • Page 19: Appendix C: Line Fuse Replacement

    4.Appendix Appendix C: Line Fuse Replacement The line fuse is in the plastic fuse box below the power line input on the rear panel. Warning: Disconnect the line cord at the rear panel and remove all test leads connected to the instrument before replacing the line fuse. Failure to do so could expose the operator to hazardous voltages that could result in personal injury or death.

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