BNC P2016 User manual

Model P2016
Dual Channel Handheld Digital Storage
Oscilloscope & Multimeter
User Manual

April 2018 Edition, Version 1.6.3BNC
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General Warranty
BERKELEY NUCLEONICS CORPORATION warrants that the product will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 3 years from the
date of purchase of the product by the original purchaser from the BERKELEY
NUCLEONICS Company. The warranty period of accessories such as probe,
battery, adapter is 12 months. This warranty only applies to the original
purchaser and is not transferable to the third party.
If the product proves defective during the warranty period, BERKELEY
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and labor or will provide a replacement in exchange for the defective product.
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Table of Contents
1. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ···································1
1.1 Declaration of Conformity···········································································1
1.2 Package Contents······················································································2
2. SAFETY INFORMATION ·················································3
2.1 Safety Symbols and Terms ·········································································3
2.1.1 Safety Symbols ·····················································································3
2.1.2 Safety Terms·························································································3
2.2 General Safety Information ·········································································4
3. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS·······································7
4. PERFORMING THE GENERAL INSPECTION ·····················8
4.1 Performing the General Inspection ······························································8
4.1.1 Check whether there is any Damage on it Due to Transportation·····················8
4.1.2 Make a Check on Accessories··································································8
4.1.3 Make a Check on the Complete Instrument·················································8
5. INPUT CONNECTIONS···················································9
5.1 Input Connections ·····················································································9
5.1.1 Input connections···················································································9
5.1.2 The connection of 1 kHz/5 V Square-wave test signal ·································10
5.2 Front Panel and Keys Overview·································································10
6. USING THE OSCILLOSCOPE········································ 14
6.1 About this Chapter···················································································14
6.2 Powering Up the Oscilloscope ··································································14
6.3 Oscilloscope Operation Window································································14
6.4 Menu Description ····················································································16
6.5 Manually Setting the Vertical System, Horizontal System and Trigger Position17
6.5.1 Setting the Vertical System····································································17
6.5.2 Setting the Horizontal System and Trigger Position·····································18
6.6 Recall factory settings··············································································21
6.7 Input Connections ···················································································22
6.8 Displaying an Unknown Signal with Auto Set··············································22
6.9 Automatic Zero-returning of Trigger Horizontal Position and Trigger Level Position
23
6.10 Automatic Measurements ·······································································23

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6.11 Freezing the Screen ···············································································24
6.12 Using Average for Smoothing Waveforms ················································25
6.13 Using Persistence to Display Waveforms··················································25
6.14 Using Peak Detection to Display Glitches ·················································26
6.15 Selecting AC-coupling············································································27
6.16 Reversing the Polarity of the Displayed Waveform·····································28
6.17 Using Waveform Mathematics Functions··················································29
6.18 Use USB mass storage device to save waveform data·······································30
7. USING THE MULTIMETER ············································ 35
7.1 About this Chapter···················································································35
7.2 Making Meter Connections ·······································································35
7.3 Multimeter Operation Window···································································35
7.4 Making Multimeter Measurements ·····························································36
7.4.1 Measuring Resistance Values·································································37
7.4.2 Measuring Diode ·················································································37
7.4.3 On-off Test··························································································38
7.4.4 Measuring Capacitance·········································································38
7.4.5 Measuring DC Voltage··········································································39
7.4.6 Measuring AC Voltage ··········································································40
7.4.7 Measuring DC Current··········································································41
7.4.8 Measuring AC Current ··········································································42
7.5 Freezing the Readings··············································································43
7.6 Taking a Relative Measurement·································································44
7.7 Selecting Automatic/ManualRange Adjustment···········································45
8. ADVANCED FUNCTION OF OSCILLOSCOPE ·················· 47
8.1 About this Chapter···················································································47
8.2 Setting the Vertical CH1 and CH2·······························································47
8.2.1 Setting the Channel Coupling·································································48
8.2.2 Open and Close Settings on Channel ······················································49
8.2.3 Setting the probe attenuation ·································································49
8.2.4 Setting of Inverted Waveform ·································································50
8.3 Make the Math Function Menu Setting························································50
8.4 Setting the Trigger System········································································51
8.5 Triggering Control ···················································································52
8.5.1 Edge Trigger·······················································································52
8.5.2 Video Trigger ······················································································54
8.5.3 Alternate Trigger··················································································55
8.6 Setting the Acquiring Mode·······································································58
8.7 Display Setting························································································59
8.7.1 Display Style·······················································································59

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8.7.2 Persistence ························································································60
8.7.3 XY Mode····························································································60
8.7.4 Cymometer·························································································61
8.8 Waveform Saving Setups··········································································62
8.8.1 Waveform Saving Setups in normal mode·················································62
8.8.2 Waveform Saving Setups in FFT mode ····················································63
8.9 Function Setting Menu ·············································································64
8.10 Making Automatic Measurements ····························································65
8.11 Setting the Cursor Measurements····························································67
8.11.1 Setting the cursor measurement in normal mode ······································67
8.11.2 Setting the cursor measurement in FFT mode··········································70
8.12 Autoscale······························································································72
8.13 Record··································································································74
8.14 Using FFT ·····························································································77
8.15 System State Menu·················································································83
8.15.1 Real time clock··················································································84
8.16 Setting of Time Base Mode······································································85
8.17 Data Transmission ·················································································86
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING·················································· 87
10. APPENDIX································································ 89
10.1 Appendix A: Specifications ·····································································89
10.1.1 Oscilloscope ·····················································································89
10.1.2 Meter·······························································································92
10.1.3 General Specifications·········································································94
10.2 Appendix B: Maintenance and Cleaning····················································95
10.2.1 Maintenance ·····················································································95
10.2.2 Storage of Oscilloscope·······································································95
10.2.3 Replacing the Lithium Battery Unit·························································95

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1. Declaration of Conformity
1.1 Declaration of Conformity
Model P2016 Handheld Digital Storage Oscilloscope & Multimeter
Statement of Conformity
Based on results using appropriate standards, the product is in conformity with
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
Sample tests
Standards used:
EN61010-1：2001（2nd edition）
Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and
Laboratory use-part 1: General Requirements
EN61326-1：2006
Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory use-EMC
Requirements-part 1: General Requirements
EN61000-3-2：2000+A2：2005
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)-part 3: Limits-Section 2: Limits for
Harmonic Current Emissions (Equipment Input Current less than/equal to 16A
per phase)
EN61000-3-3：1995+A1：2001
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)-part 3: Limits-Section 3 Limitation of
Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker in Low-Voltage Supply systems for
Equipment with Rated Current less than or equal to 16A
The tests have been performed in typical configuration.
This conformity is indicated by the CE Mark

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1.2 Package Contents
See the picture below. This picture is only for your reference. If any
discrepancy found between certain picture and product, please look the actual
product.
# Description Standard Optional
1 Oscilloscope and Battery
●
2 AC-DC adapter
●
3 Oscilloscope Probe ×2 (grey)
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4 Multimeter test lead ×2 (black and red) ●
5 USB Mass Storage connect cable ●
6 Extension module for capacitance measurement ●
7 Probe adjustment tools ●
8 USB communication cable or RS-232C communication cable ●
9 Quick Guide
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10 CD-ROM (software)
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11 Metal carrying case
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12 Soft carrying case
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13 The output terminal of 1 kHz 5 V square-wave test signal ●
Figure 1: Digital Oscilloscope Parts

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2. Safety Information
In order to ensure the correct using and the best efficient service, please carefully read
this user's manual.
2.1 Safety Symbols and Terms
2.1.1 Safety Symbols
These symbols may appear in this manual or on the instrument.
Warning: "Warning" identifies conditions and actions that pose hazards to the
users.
Caution: "Caution" identifies conditions and actions that may damage the product
or other properties.
2.1.2 Safety Terms
The following terms may appear on the instrument:
Danger: The term "Danger" is used in this manual to indicate that when you read
this mark, personal injury may be caused to you immediately.
Warning: The term "Warning" is used in this manual to indicate that when you
read this mark, personal injury may not be caused to you immediately,
but you need to be cautionary.
Notice: The term "Notice" is used in this manual to indicate that damages may
be caused on this product or other properties.
DANGER:
High Voltage
Refer to the
Manual
Protective
Conductor
Terminal
Chassis
Ground
Earth (ground)
Terminal

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2.2 General Safety Information
Carefully read the following safety information in order to avoid any personal injury and
damage on this product or any products connected with it. This product can only be used
in the specified applications to prevent any possible dangers.
Warning:
To avoid fire or electrical shock, please use proper power adapter. Use only the
power adapter appointed by the manufacturer and subject to approval of being
used in the user's country.
Warning:
The two channels of the oscilloscope are non-isolated electrically. The channels
should adopt common basis during measuring. To prevent short circuits, the
2-probe ground must not be connected to 2 different non-isolated DC level.
Warning:
The channels should adopt common basis during measuring. To prevent short
circuits, the 2-probe ground must not be connected to 2 different non-isolated DC
level.
The diagram of the oscilloscope ground wire connection:
Ground Clip
Signal Input
Electrical Outlet
Probe Oscilloscope AC Adapter
The diagram of the ground wire connection when the battery-powered oscilloscope
is connected to the AC-powered PC through the ports:
Ground Clip
Signal Input
Oscilloscope
(Battery-power) PC Electrical Outlet
Probe
USB/COM Cable
It is not allowed to measure AC power when the oscilloscope is AC powered
through the adapter, or when the battery-powered oscilloscope is connected to the
AC-powered PC through the ports.
Warning:
To avoid fire or electrical shock if a test tool input is connected to more 42V peak
(30Vrms) or on circuits of more than 4800VA:

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●Use only insulated voltage probes, test leads and adapter supplied with the test
tool, or indicated by BERKELEY NUCLEONICS as suitable for the Oscilloscope
& Multimeter.
●Before use, inspect voltage probes, test leads and accessories for mechanical
damage and replace when damaged.
●Remove all probes, test leads and accessories that are not in use.
●Always connect the power adapter first to the AC outlet before connecting it to
the Oscilloscope & Multimeter.
●Do not apply voltages that differ more than 400 V from earth ground to any input
when measuring in a CAT Ⅱenvironment.
●Do not apply voltages that differ more than 400 V from each other to the isolated
inputs when measuring in a CAT Ⅱenvironment.
●Do not apply input voltages above the rating of the instrument Use caution
when using 1:1 test leads because the probe tip voltage will be directly
transmitted to the Oscilloscope & Multimeter.
●Do not use exposed metal BNC or banana plug connectors.
●Do not insert metal objects into connectors.
●Always use the Oscilloscope & Multimeter only in the manner specified.
●Voltage ratings that are mentioned in the warning are giver as limits for
"working voltage". The represent V ac rms (50-60Hz) for AC sine wave
applications and as V dc for DC applications. Overvoltage Category Ⅱrefers to
local level , which is applicable for appliances and portable equipment .
Only qualified technical personnel are permitted to perform maintenance.
Pay attention to the nominal values of all terminals: To avoid fire or electric shock,
please keep a watchful eye on all nominal values and marks specified for this product.
Before any connection performed on this product, carefully read the user's manual of the
product for further information of nominal values.
No operation is allowed without the instrument cover plate: If the cover plate or panel
has been removed, do not perform any operation on this product.
No touch is allowed on bare conductors: When the product is powered on, do not
touch any bare joints or parts of the scope meter.
Operation is prohibited in case of any undetermined failure: When in doubt any
damage on this product, consult the qualified personnel for checking on it.
Keep ventilation in good condition: Refer to the user manual for detail installation
instructions in order to fix this product correctly and provide it with good ventilation

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conditions.
No operation is allowed under a humid environment.
No operation is allowed under an explosive environment.
Keep clean and dry on the product surface.
Using the Oscilloscope & Multimeter in a manner not specified may impair the protection
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3. General Characteristics
Oscilloscope
2 in 1 (Multimeter function support);
Record length of 6,000 points for each channel;
Reading-out with the cursor;
Twenty automatic measurement functions;
Autoscale function;
Color liquid crystal display of high resolution and high contrast with
adjustable back light;
Storage and call-out of waveforms;
Automatic setting function provided capable of fast setting;
Multiple-waveform calculation function;
Implementation of detecting the average and peak values of the
waveform;
Edge, video and alternate triggering function;
RS232 or USB communication ports;
Multiple Language User Interface.
Multimeter
3 and 3/4 digits;
Volts, Amps, Ohms, Diode, Capacitance, Continuity measurement;
10A maximum amplitude;
Isolated inputs between oscilloscope and multimeter.

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4. Performing a General Inspection
4.1 Performing a general inspection
When you receive have a new Model P2016 oscilloscope, it is suggested that you should
perform a general inspection on the instrument according to the following steps.
4.1.1 Check whether there is any damage due to transportation
If the packing boxes or foam cushions are found in serious damage, keep them in a
proper place until the complete instrument and accessories have passed electrical and
mechanical tests.
4.1.2 Check your accessories
The accessory list has been described in the picture of Digital Oscilloscope Parts of this
manual. You can review the list and find out whether there are accessories missing with
reference to the Appendix. In case of any accessories missing or damaged, consult BNC
immediately for a replacement.
4.1.3 Check the complete instrument
If the instrument is damaged in its appearance or it fails in normal operation or
performance test, consult BNC or your local sales representative. If the instrument is
damaged due to transportation, keep the packing in a proper place and consult the
transportation department as well as BNC, who will provide an instrument replacement or
maintenance.

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5. Input Connections
5.1 Input Connections
5.1.1 Input connections
See the following Figure 2:
Figure 2：Input connections
Description:
1. The power adapter is supplied for AC power supply and battery recharging.
2. Multimeter test lead.
3. Multimeter input jacks, including four circular banana jacks. The first jack measuring
the current 2 A-10A, the second jack on the current Measurement, the third COM
ground input, and the fourth measuring voltage, resistance, Capacitance input.
4. Oscilloscope probes.
5. Oscilloscope channel inputs: the upper one is for Channel 1 (CH1), while the lower
one is for Channel 2 (CH2).

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6. The output terminal of 1 kHz/5 V square-wave test signal.
5.1.2 The connection of 1 kHz/5 V Square-wave test signal
At the left side of the oscilloscope is a port for testing 1 kHz/5 V square-wave
signal which is used to adjust the probe, shown as Figure 3.
Figure 3: The connection of Square-wave test signal
5.2 Front Panel and Keys Overview
See the following Figure 4:

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Figure 4：Front Panel
Description:
1. AC adapter Port
2. RS-232C Port.
3. USB Port.

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4. USB Mass Storage Port.
5. Power switch.
6. F1 - F5: Switch or Adjust options for each menu.
7. AUTO SET: Under DSO mode, automatically selects the horizontal scales, vertical
scale, and trigger level according to the input signal.
8. COPY: Press to save the waveform data into the USB Mass Storage Device.
9. ▲(red): Adjust voltage scale or vertical position in Channel 1.
10. VOLTS POSITION (red): Switch between voltage scale and vertical position in
Channel 1.
11. ▼(red): Adjust voltage scale or vertical position in Channel 1.
12. ▲(blue): Adjust voltage scale or vertical position in Channel 2.
13. VOLTS POSITION (blue): Switch between voltage scale and vertical position in
Channel 2.
14. ▼(blue): Adjust voltage scale or vertical position in Channel 2.
15. RUN/STOP: Key for running or stopping the operation.
16. LIGHT: Light switch.
17. DMM/OSC: Operation mode switching key between oscilloscope and multimeter.
18. MENU ▲: Choose the upper item on the menu list.
19. MENU: Show / Hide the menu.
20. MENU ▼: Choose the lower item on the menu list.
21. OPTION: The key for DSO setting and combines with four arrow keys. Then to set
main time base, trigger horizontal position and trigger vertical position. Furthermore,
the keys possible to adjust the display multiplying factors of M waveform (CHMath
Volts/Div) and display vertical position (CHM Zero) during waveform calculation and to
adjust cursor 1 (V1 or T1) and cursor 2 (V2 or T2) position during cursor
measurement.
22. ▲ (yellow): Oscilloscope display upward adjustment key.
23. ▼ (yellow): Oscilloscope display downward adjustment key.
24. ►(yellow): Oscilloscope right-direction adjustment key.

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25. ◄(yellow): Oscilloscope left-direction adjustment key.
26. A: Selects DMM current measurement
27. V: Selects DMM voltage measurement
28. R: Selects DMM impedance, diode, continuity and capacitance measurement
29. SET: Convert AC and DC during measure current or voltage in Multi-meter; convert
resistance, diode, on-off and capacitance measure during resistance measuring.

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6. Using the Oscilloscope
6.1 About this Chapter
This chapter provides a step-by-step introduction to the scope functions. The introduction
does not cover all the capabilities of the scope functions but gives basic examples to show
how to use the menus and perform basic operations.
6.2 Powering Up the Oscilloscope
Connect oscilloscope to AC power via AC-DC adapter as shown in Figure 1. (The
oscilloscope may still work with built-in Li-ion battery even without AC power supply).
Turn the oscilloscope on by pressing down the power on/off key .
The instrument then performs self-checking after power on.A greeting window and a
sentence "Press any key to continue." will display on the screen when the system finishes
self-checking.
The users can press any key to enter the measuring function.
The oscilloscope is powered up in its last setup configuration.
6.3 Oscilloscope Operation Window
See the following Figure 5:
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