AutoMeter BCT-460 Manuale utente
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BCT-460
Operator's Manual
Hand Held-Accuracy with a Pulsed 120 Amp Load Heavy Duty
The BCT-460 is the ultimate hand-held tester. It is the industry's answer to
portability in a professionally accurate load tester and system analyzer.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
BCT-460
Load Test Capacity...............................................120 Amp
Battery sizes.........................................................100-1600 CCA
Display ................................................................7" (1024X600) LED, Wide Viewing Angle
Volt Ranges..........................................................Digital 0-30
Cooling.................................................................Vented
Leads ...................................................................Load Amp-4 ft., 6 Gauge
Size ......................................................................19" X 9" X 3"
Internal Battery.....................................................7.4 Volt Lithium Ion
Weight ..................................................................7 lbs.
What to Expect from the BCT-460:
The BCT-460 is a portable full-featured menu-driven battery tester, starting, and charging
system analyzer that provides quick, professional load results using Auto Meter's Digital
Pulse Load. The BCT-460 is user friendly. It guides you through the test and tells you what
to do next.
Caution: The BCT-460 grill may get hot after repeated use. Be sure to hold the unit from
the side grips only. Keep hands away from the grill. Keep oil and liquids away from the grill
and load coils.
You have purchased one of Auto Meter's hand-held Electrical System Analyzers. It is designed
to test each component of a truck’s electrical charging and starting system with speed and
accuracy. If you should have any questions about your tester, testing procedures, or service
see the last page of this booklet for contact information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Specications ...................................................................................... 2
Safety ................................................................................................. 4
Inspection and Visual Check ............................................................... 5
Wireless Communication..................................................................... 6
Controls and Functions........................................................................ 6-8
Set Up ................................................................................................. 9
Tester Conguration ............................................................................ 10
Saving Data to USB Flash Drive ......................................................... 11
Hook Up............................................................................................... 12
PM Test................................................................................................ 13-14
Full System Tests
Battery Bank Test ..................................................................... 15-18
Starter Cable Voltage Drop Test............................................... 19-20
Starter Test ............................................................................... 21
Alternator Voltage Drop Test .................................................... 22
Alternator Test .......................................................................... 23-24
Individual Tests
Battery Test .............................................................................. 25-27
Starter Test ............................................................................... 28-29
Alternator Test .......................................................................... 30-31
Voltage Drop Tests
Starter Cable Test..................................................................... 32
Charging Cable Test ................................................................. 33
Generic Cable Test ................................................................... 34
Voltage Drop Test Results ................................................................... 35
Using the Optional Current Probe ....................................................... 36
Trouble Shooting ................................................................................. 37
Warranty .............................................................................................. 38
Note: The BCT-460 performs a complete electrical system test that checks the
battery bank, starter cable voltage drop, starter test, alternator cable voltage
drop, and alternator test.
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Carefully read all operating instructions
before using the BCT-460
Wear eye protection when working
around batteries.
Be sure each test is completed before
removing load clamps to prevent arcing
and potential explosion from battery
gases. Never remove load clamps
while testing. Keep sparks ames, or
cigarettes away from batteries.
Keep hair, hands, and clothing as well
as tester leads and cords away from
moving blades and belts.
Provide adequate ventilation to remove vehicle exhaust.
In extremely cold temperatures, check for frozen electrolytic uid
before applying load. Do not attempt to Load Test or charge a battery
under 20 degrees. Allow the battery to warm to room temperature
before testing or charging.
Warning! Never attach the BCT-460 to a battery that is connected
to any other tester or charging unit. Damage may result.
Incorrect Application: Wrong size battery may have inadequate cold cranking rating for
original vehicle specications.
Incorrect Installation: Loose battery hold-downs cause excessive vibration, which can
result in damage to the plates.
Improper Maintenance: Low electrolytic uid and corrosion on battery connections can
greatly reduce battery life and affect battery performance.
Age of Battery: If the date code on the battery indicates it is fairly old, the failure may be
due to natural causes.
Overcharging: Overcharging caused by a high voltage regulator setting or incorrect
battery charging can cause excessive gasing, heat and water loss.
Undercharging: Undercharging caused by a faulty charging system or low voltage
regulation can cause lead sulfate to gradually build up and crystallize on the plates greatly
reducing the battery's capacity and ability to be recharged.
SAFETY
CAUSE OF BATTERY FAILURE
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Valid heavy duty electrical system testing depends on all the components being in good operating condition. In addition,
the battery MUST have sufcient charge for testing. Carefully perform the following steps before attempting any electrical
diagnosis.
Inspect Belts for cracks, glazed surface and fraying. Tighten loose belts.
Inspect Battery for terminal corrosion,
loose or broken posts, cracks in the case,
loose hold-downs, low electrolyte level,
moisture, and dirt around the terminals.
If the battery terminals are corroded or
dirty, clean terminals before performing any
tests.
Inspect Starting System. Check starter, solenoid, and regulator for loose connections,
loose mounts and frayed or cracked wires.
Important Note: A damaged battery must be replaced before proceeding.
INSPECTION
VISUAL CHECK
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
BLUETOOTH
The BCT-460 uses Bluetooth to communicate between the control module and load module. This allows you to make the
connections, remove the control module and the run the tests from inside your vehicle.
The BCT-460 control module and load module come paired from the factory.
Bluetooth will work as long as the distance between the load module and control module is less than 30 feet. Walls, windows and
other objects between the control module and load module will affect the range.
If you do experience any communication issues please look at the troubleshooting guide at the back of this manual on how to
correct them.
Wi-Fi
The BCT-460 uses WiFi to communicate between the control module and AMPNET server. The AMPNET service will provide
rmware updates for the control module and the load module. You will need to pair the control module with your local wireless
LAN. See Wi-Fi section for instructions on setting up the wireless connection.
AMPNET
The data from your BCT-460 can be downloaded to the data management software known as AMPNET (purchased separately).
This software that can be used to display and track your battery, starting system, and charging system test results in graphical
form.
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION
Control and Load Module
Mated and Latched
Control Module Load Module
Control
Module
Latch
Load Module Push Button
Power on: Push and hold button for 1 second
Power off: Push and hold for more than 5 seconds
Reboot/Reset: Push and hold button for 3 to 4 seconds
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CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont.
USB Type A
Status LED USB Type B
Control Module
Latch
Screw to
replace leads
Charging and Amp Clamp Port
Voltage drop lead
connectors
Temperature Sensor
BCT-460 I/O Items
Main Menu: When the
Control Module powers
up it will go to the main
menu. From here the user
can access all of the units
functions such as, run tests,
setup the unit, and review
past test data.
USB Type A - This port is used to connect USB memory
sticks to save test data to, and for Control module
application updates and Load module firmware updates.
The Control module must be docked to the Load module to
use this feature.
NOTE: The Load Module must not be connected to a
battery or the battery charger to use the Type
A USB Port.
USB Type B - Factory use only.
Temperature Sensor: The Load module has an
IR temperature sensor that is used to measure the
temperature of the battery you are testing.
Charging / Port: When the unit is not being used it should
be placed on the charger (or optional charging station) to
keep the batteries fully charged.
LED Status Load Module Mode
Off Off
Solid Yellow Initial boot-up or test in progress
Fast Blinking Green Re-Flashing/Firmware Updated
Solid Green Bluetooth Disconnected
Blinking Green (Double Flash) Bluetooth Connected
Blinking Green ( Slow, once/sec) Sleeping/Low Power
Solid Red Internal Battery Charging
Blinking Red (Slow, once/sec) Control Module Battery Charging
Blinking Red (Fast, twice/sec) Initializing Bluetooth
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The About screen give
user the information
about the applications
version and how to
contact Auto Meter.
The Test Results
screen shows a list of
the test that have been
done and allows the
user to view all the
details of the test.
Update software screen
allows the user to
update both the Control
modules application or
the Load module firmware.
Battery Status screen
shows the state of
charge of the batteries
in the Control module
and the Load module.
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS cont.
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SET UP
SET DATE/TIME & TIME ZONE
OPTION MENU DETAILS
Time Zone
• From Main Menu press SETTINGS.
• Scroll down and press Set Date and Time
• From Date & Time menu press Select Time Zone
• From resulting list choose your local time zone
Date and Time
• If the tester will have a Wi-Fi connection to the Internet leave
Automatic date & time selected (check mark)
• If there will be no Internet connection press Automatic date & time
to deselect option and continue to set the local date and time.
Date
• Press Set date and enter today’s date in the resulting setting box.
Time
• Press Set time and enter the local time in the resulting setting box.
• Press the Back Arrow twice to return to the main menu.
Setup Wi-Fi
• From Main Menu press SETTINGS.
• Scroll down and press Wi-Fi Setup
• Select your local Wi-Fi from resulting list
• Enter password for your local Wi-Fi in resulting setting box
• Once password has been entered press Connect
• Press the Back Arrow twice to return to the main menu
1. Allows pairing to Bluetooth Devices.
2. Update Control Module and Load Module software.
3. Check Battery Status.
4. Show list of Test Results.
5. Adjust Control Module volume.
6. Quick Main Menu help.
7. Starts Demo Mode (if demo mode files are present)
8. About the Tester.
9. Opens Owner’s Manual Viewer
10. Force upload of complete system tests.
11. Opens Tester Configuration Screen.
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TESTER CONFIGURATION
1. Store Information
2. For use with AMPNET. Set if email is desired
for test result.
Default Email: Email will be sent to the
account associated with AMPNET
Subscription.
Customer Email: Allows the customer to
provide a new email address to receive
results.
3. Additional test data. Check to enable
additional test data for individual tests.
4. Temperature °F of °C.
5. Set to default to use previously used battery
rating unit. Clear to use previous rating value.
6. Set to default to use previously used rating
value. Clear to use default rating value.
7. Set to show a Near End of Life result. Clear to
show only Good and Bad battery result.
8. “Default CCA” Value.
9. Set will calculate cranking RPM starter result.
Clear skips calculation.
10. Use to select default alternator setting in
alternator test.
11. Choose language for tester.
12. Wi-Fi Setup.
13. Date and Time Setup.
14. Select print device.
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