B+K precision 2510 Series User manual

Model: 2511, 2512, 2515, 2516
2510 Series Handheld Digital
Storage Oscilloscopes
USER MANUAL
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Safety Summary
The following safety precautions apply to both operating and maintenance
personnel and must be observed during all phases of operation, service,
and repair of this instrument. Before applying power, follow the
installation instructions and become familiar with the operating
instructions for this instrument.
If this device is damaged or something is missing, contact the place of
purchase immediately.
This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed to
ensure safe operation as well as maintain the meter in a safe condition.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or
fumes. Operation of any electrical instrument in such an environment
constitutes a definite safety hazard.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS
Instrument covers must not be removed by operating personnel.
Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made by
qualified maintenance personnel. Disconnect the power cord before
removing the instrument covers and replacing components. Under certain
conditions, even with the power cable removed, dangerous voltages may
exist. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge circuits
before touching them.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY THE INSTRUMENT
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modifications
to this instrument. Return the instrument to B&K Precision for service and
repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
WARNING and CAUTION statements, such as the following examples,
denote a hazard and appear throughout this manual. Follow all
instructions contained in these statements.
A WARNING statement calls attention to an operating procedure, practice,
or condition, which, if not followed correctly, could result in injury or death
to personnel.
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A CAUTION statement calls attention to an operating procedure, practice,
or condition, which, if not followed correctly, could result in damage to or
destruction of part or all of the product.
NOTE:
Voltage ratings are given as “working voltage”. They
should be read as Vac-rms (50 –60 Hz) for AC sine
wave applications and as Vdc for DC applications.
WARNING
 Do not connect the scope probes and DMM leads simultaneously.
 Before using the DMM functions, disconnect all scope probes. Likewise,
disconnect all DMM test leads before using any scope functions.
 When not in use, remove all scope probes, DMM test leads, and the USB
cable.
WARNING
To avoid potential fire or shock hazard:
 Disconnect all probes, leads, power adapter, and USB cable before
opening the battery cover.
 Do not turn on the instrument while the battery cover is removed.
 Use only the included insulated probes, test leads, and power adapter
supplied with the instrument.
 Use only the battery pack supplied with the instrument or approved by
us. Do not use other substitutes.
 For AC power operation, always connect the adapter to the outlet first
before connecting to the instrument.
 Observe all markings and ratings on the instrument before connecting
to the instrument.
 While making measurements, verify that the performance ratings of
instruments and accessories that are used meet the correct safety levels
of the instrument.
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 Do not insert metal objects into any of the connectors.
WARNING
 Do not use any exposed metal BNC or banana plug connectors with the
instrument. Use only the insulated accessories supplied with the
instrument.
 Do not connect the USB cable while the instrument is not in use. Keep
the cable away from all probes and test leads.
 Always connect the probes or test leads to the instrument first before
connecting to any other device under test (DUT). To remove,
disconnect them from the DUT first before disconnecting from the
instrument.
 Do not operate the instrument in wet environments.
 For high voltage testing, keep the BNC connectors and the entire
instrument dry.
 Do not apply input voltages above the instrument and the probe’s
voltage rating.
CAUTION
 Always cover the DC power input and USB ports on the side of the
instrument with the rubber lid when not in used.
 Do not use any abrasive chemicals or volatile liquid when cleaning the
instrument. If using a cloth dampened with water, allow the instrument
to completely dry before reconnecting it.
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Compliance Statements
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the
European Union and other European countries with separate collection
systems)
This product is subject to Directive
2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and
the Council of the European Union on waste
electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) ,
and in jurisdictions adopting that Directive,
is marked as being put on the market after
August 13, 2005, and should not be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste.
Please utilize your local WEEE collection
facilities in the disposition of this product
and otherwise observe all applicable
requirements.
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CE Declaration of Conformity
The power supply meets the requirements of 2006/95/EC Low Voltage
Directive and 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive with the
following standards.
Low Voltage Directive
- EN 61010-1: 2010
Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use-Part 1: General
requirements
- EN 61010-031: 2002+A1: 2008
Part 31: Safety requirements for hand-held probe
assemblies for electrical measurement and test
EMC Directive
- EN 61326-1: 2006
- EN 61000-3-2: 2006+A2: 2009
- EN 61000-3-3: 2008
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Safety Symbols
Electrical Shock hazard.
Refer to the operating user manual for warning information to
avoid hazard or personal injury and prevent damage to
instrument.
This symbol shows that the switch is a power switch located at
the front panel. Pressing this button turns on the oscilloscope,
and holding it down for a few seconds turns off the
oscilloscope.
CATI
CATII
Category I overvoltage conditions.
Measurement instruments whose measurement inputs are
not intended to be connected to the mains supply. The
voltages in the environment are typically derived from a
limited-energy transformer or a battery.
Category II overvoltage conditions.
Measurement instruments whose measurement inputs are
meant to be connected to the mains supply at a standard wall
outlet or similar sources.
CATIII
Category III overvoltage conditions.
Measurement instruments whose measurement inputs are
meant to be connected to the mains installation of a building.
Maximum Input Voltages
Oscilloscope Inputs
 Maximum input voltage to CH1 and CH2 BNC direct(1:1) - CATII 300V
RMS, CATI 150V RMS
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 Maximum input voltage to CH1 and CH2 BNC via 10:1 probe PR250SA
(included with models 2515 and 2516) - CATII 1000V RMS, CATIII 600V
RMS
 Maximum input voltage to CH1 and CH2 BNC via 1X/10X probe PR150SA
(included with models 2511 and 2512) –CATII 300V RMS
 Scope Input –CATII 300V RMS
 Meter Input –CATII 600V RMS, CATIII 300V RMS
NOTE:
Voltage ratings are given as “working voltage”. They
should be read as Vac-rms (50 –60 Hz) for AC sine
wave applications and as Vdc for DC applications.
Maximum Floating Voltage
These apply to models 2515 and 2516 only, which have channel isolation
that allows for floating measurements.
 Maximum floating voltage from input CH1 and CH2 to earth ground
–CATII 1000V RMS, CATIII 600V RMS
 Maximum floating voltage between CH1 and CH2 reference –CATII
1000V RMS, CATIII 600V RMS
The following applies to all models:
 Maximum floating voltage from multimeter reference to earth
ground –CATII 600V RMS, CATIII 300V RMS
NOTE:
Voltage ratings are given as “working voltage”. They
should be read as Vac-rms (50 –60 Hz) for AC sine
wave applications and as Vdc for DC applications.
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Environmental Conditions
The instrument may be operated in the following environment.
Operating Environment
0 °C to 40 °C
Storage Humidity
0 –85% R.H.
Storage Environment
-20 °C to +70 °C
Pollution degree
Pollution degree 2
Measurement Category CAT II, CAT III
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Table of Contents
Safety Summary .............................................................................................. 2
1General Information ............................................................................. 16
1.1 Product Overview........................................................................... 16
1.2 Package Contents........................................................................... 17
1.3 Front Panel Overview..................................................................... 18
Front Panel Description ........................................................................ 18
1.4 Top View......................................................................................... 20
1.5 Rear Panel Overview ...................................................................... 20
1.6 Side Panel Overview....................................................................... 21
Side Panel Description .......................................................................... 21
1.7Display Overview............................................................................ 22
Oscilloscope Display.............................................................................. 22
Digital Multimeter Display .................................................................... 24
Recorder/Trend Plot Display................................................................. 25
1.8 Protection Fuse .............................................................................. 26
1.9 Isolation (Model 2515/2516) ......................................................... 26
1.10 Probes ......................................................................................... 27
2Getting Started...................................................................................... 28
2.1 Input Power Requirements ............................................................ 28
External Power Operation .................................................................... 28
Battery Operation ................................................................................. 29
2.2 Tilt Stand......................................................................................... 30
2.3 Power On Device ............................................................................ 30
2.4 Perform Self-Calibration................................................................. 31
2.5 Set to Factory Default .................................................................... 32
2.6 Configure Date and Time ............................................................... 35
2.7 Probe Compensation...................................................................... 36
3Using the Oscilloscope .......................................................................... 39
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3.1 Channel Selection........................................................................... 39
3.2 Channel Menu ................................................................................ 39
Channel Coupling .................................................................................. 41
Bandwidth Limit .................................................................................... 41
Vertical Scale......................................................................................... 41
Probe Attenuation Scale ....................................................................... 41
Invert Waveform................................................................................... 41
Digital Filter........................................................................................... 42
3.3 Automatic Settings and Run/Stop Mode ....................................... 42
Auto Setting .......................................................................................... 42
Run/Stop Mode..................................................................................... 43
3.4 Scope Menu.................................................................................... 44
Acquire Menu ....................................................................................... 44
Display Menu ........................................................................................ 45
Math Menu ........................................................................................... 49
Horizontal System ................................................................................. 54
Vertical System ..................................................................................... 60
Reference Waveform Menu ................................................................. 62
3.5 Trigger System................................................................................ 64
Adjust Trigger Level............................................................................... 64
Edge Trigger .......................................................................................... 65
Pulse Trigger.......................................................................................... 67
Video Trigger......................................................................................... 69
Slope Trigger ......................................................................................... 72
Alternative Trigger ................................................................................ 74
3.6 Connecting External Memory ........................................................ 75
3.7 Save/Recall Function ...................................................................... 76
Saving and Recalling Setups and Waveforms ....................................... 78
Saving Screen Capture .......................................................................... 83
Saving Waveform Data ......................................................................... 83
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3.8 Utility Menu.................................................................................... 84
Check System Information.................................................................... 86
Enable/Disable Key Sound .................................................................... 87
Enable/Disable Frequency Counter ...................................................... 87
Set the Language................................................................................... 88
Updating Firmware ............................................................................... 88
Set Screen Saver.................................................................................... 90
Waveform Record Function.................................................................. 90
Playback Recorded Waveform.............................................................. 93
3.9 Measurement and Cursor Functions.............................................. 94
Measurement Functions....................................................................... 94
Cursor Functions ................................................................................. 101
4Using the Digital Multimeter .............................................................. 109
4.1 DC and AC Voltage Measurements .............................................. 110
DC Voltage Measurement................................................................... 111
AC Voltage Measurements ................................................................. 113
4.2 DC and AC Current Measurements .............................................. 114
DC Current Measurements ................................................................. 115
Make AC Current Measurements ....................................................... 117
4.3 Make Resistance Measurements ................................................. 119
4.4 Make Diode Measurements......................................................... 121
4.5 Continuity Test ............................................................................. 122
4.6 Make Capacitance Measurements............................................... 124
4.7 Using Trend Plot ........................................................................... 126
5Using the Recorder ............................................................................. 126
Scope Trend Plot ..................................................................................... 126
Record Data with Trend Plot............................................................... 128
Save Recorded Data to External Memory........................................... 131
Scope Recorder ....................................................................................... 132
Configure Record Options................................................................... 134
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Start Scope Recording......................................................................... 134
Playback Scope Recording .................................................................. 136
Meter Trend Plot..................................................................................... 137
Record Data with Trend Plot............................................................... 140
Save Recorded Data to External Memory........................................... 141
6Remote Communication ..................................................................... 143
7Troubleshooting Guide ....................................................................... 144
System Message Prompts and Instructions............................................ 144
Frequently Asked Questions................................................................... 145
Oscilloscope ........................................................................................ 145
Multimeter.......................................................................................... 146
8Specifications ...................................................................................... 147
Oscilloscope Specifications ..................................................................... 147
Maximum Input Voltages........................................................................ 151
Multimeter Specifications....................................................................... 153
Recorder Specifications .......................................................................... 155
General Specifications ............................................................................ 156
11 Maintenance ....................................................................................... 157
Cleaning................................................................................................... 157
SERVICE INFORMATION .............................................................................. 158
LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY .............................................................. 159
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List of Figures
Figure 1 - Front Panel View........................................................................... 18
Figure 2 - Top View ....................................................................................... 20
Figure 3 - Rear View ...................................................................................... 20
Figure 4 - Side View....................................................................................... 21
Figure 5 - Oscilloscope Display...................................................................... 22
Figure 6 - Multimeter Display ....................................................................... 24
Figure 7 –Scope Trend Plot Display.............................................................. 25
Figure 8 - Connecting Power Adapter........................................................... 28
Figure 9 - Installing Battery........................................................................... 29
Figure 10 - Boot Screen................................................................................. 31
Figure 11 - Utility Menu 4/4.......................................................................... 35
Figure 12 - Date/Time Menu......................................................................... 35
Figure 13 - Date and Time Display ................................................................ 36
Figure 14 - Channel Display........................................................................... 39
Figure 15 - Auto Setting ................................................................................ 43
Figure 16 - XY Mode...................................................................................... 47
Figure 17 - Inverted Screen Color ................................................................. 48
Figure 18 - Grid and Axes Display ................................................................. 48
Figure 19 - Axes Only Display........................................................................ 49
Figure 20 - No Grid and Axes Display............................................................ 49
Figure 21 - Math Waveform Display............................................................. 51
Figure 22 - FFT Full Screen (left), Split Screen (right) ................................... 53
Figure 23 - Horizontal Position Reference Marker ....................................... 55
Figure 24 - Horizontal Scale Indicator........................................................... 55
Figure 25 - Horizontal Position Indicator ...................................................... 56
Figure 26 - Horizon Menu ............................................................................. 56
Figure 27 - Delay Scan................................................................................... 57
Figure 28 - Normal Memory Depth............................................................... 58
Figure 29 - Long Memory Depth................................................................... 58
Figure 30 - Vertical Position Markers............................................................ 60
Figure 31 - Vertical Position Indicator .......................................................... 61
Figure 32 - Fine Control Volts/Div................................................................. 62
Figure 33 - Reference Waveforms Display.................................................... 63
Figure 34 - Trigger Level Display ................................................................... 64
Figure 35 - Hold Off Time Indicator .............................................................. 67
Figure 36 - Pulse Width Trigger Condition Display ....................................... 69
Figure 37 - USB Drive Detected..................................................................... 76
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Figure 38 - USB Drive Removed .................................................................... 76
Figure 39 - Directory Menu 1/2 .................................................................... 79
Figure 40 - Create Directory Name ............................................................... 80
Figure 41 - Save Progress .............................................................................. 81
Figure 42 - Save Successfully......................................................................... 81
Figure 43 - Overwrite Warning ..................................................................... 82
Figure 44 - Subdirectory View....................................................................... 83
Figure 45 - System Information Display........................................................ 87
Figure 46 - Frequency Counter Display......................................................... 88
Figure 47 - Record Frame Indicator .............................................................. 92
Figure 48 - Recording Finished...................................................................... 92
Figure 49 - All Voltage Measurements Display........................................... 100
Figure 50 - All Time Measurements Display ............................................... 100
Figure 51 - All Delay Measurements Display .............................................. 100
Figure 52 - All Measurements Display ........................................................ 101
Figure 53 - Manual Voltage Cursor ............................................................. 103
Figure 54 - Manual Time Cursor ................................................................. 104
Figure 55 - Track Cursor Display ................................................................. 106
Figure 56 - Auto Cursor Measuring Vpp ..................................................... 107
Figure 57 - Auto Cursor Measuring Period ................................................. 108
Figure 58 - Multimeter Display ................................................................... 109
Figure 59 - Out of Range ............................................................................. 112
Figure 60 - Connection for DC Voltage Measurement ............................... 113
Figure 61 - Connection for AC Voltage Measurement................................ 114
Figure 62 - Connection for Low DC Current Measurement........................ 116
Figure 63 - Connection for Higher DC Current Measurement.................... 117
Figure 64 - Connection for Low AC Current Measurement ........................ 118
Figure 65 - Connection for Higher AC Current Measurement.................... 118
Figure 66 - Connection for Resistance Measurement ................................ 120
Figure 67 - Connection for Diode Measurement........................................ 122
Figure 68 - Continuity Test.......................................................................... 123
Figure 69 - Connection for Continuity Test................................................. 124
Figure 70 - Capacitance Measurement....................................................... 124
Figure 71 - Connection for Capacitance Measurement.............................. 126
Figure 72 - Scope Recorder External Save Mode........................................ 135
Figure 73 - Recording Display ..................................................................... 135
Figure 74 - Playback Scope Recording ........................................................ 136
Figure 75 - Meter Trend Plot Display.......................................................... 138
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1General Information
1.1 Product Overview
The B&K Precision 2510 series handheld digital storage oscilloscope
combines the functions of a digital storage oscilloscope, digital multimeter,
and a recorder into one portable form factor. The oscilloscope’s bandwidth
is up to 100 MHz with a real time sampling rate of up to 1 GSa/s. With up to
2M points of deep memory, it allows for capturing more details of a signal
for analysis. Additionally, the multimeter provides most of the standard
measurement functions, which include AC and DC voltage, AC and DC
current, resistance, capacitance, diode, and continuity. The recorder
function allows users to quickly capture data without the need to connect
to a computer.
Features:
 5.7” color TFT LCD Display
 Oscilloscope, multimeter, and recorder functionality (trend plot and
waveform recorder)
 Fully isolated oscilloscope channels (models 2515 and 2516 only)
and isolated multimeter inputs
 6000-count multimeter
 Multimeter supports voltage, current, resistance, capacitance,
diode, and continuity measurements
 Supports scope and multimeter measurement parameters trend plot
and scope waveform recorder
 32 auto measurement functions
 Store/recall 2 groups of reference waveforms, 20 groups of common
waveforms, 10 groups of instrument settings
 USB interface for remote communication
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1.2 Package Contents
Please inspect the instrument mechanically and electrically upon receiving
it. Unpack all items from the shipping carton, and check for any obvious
signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transportation.
Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately. Save the original
packing carton for possible future reshipment. Every oscilloscope is shipped
with the following contents:
 1 x 2510 series handheld digital storage oscilloscope
 1 x 7.4 V Li-Ion battery (inside battery compartment)
 1 x User Manual
 2 x 10X CATIII 600 V probes (models 2515 and 2516 only)
 2 x 1X/10X CATII 300 V probes (models 2511 and 2512 only)
 1 x Pair of DMM test leads
 1 x Carrying case and straps
 1 x USB cable
 1 x Probe compensation connector
 1 x AC power adapter
 1 x Certificate of Calibration
Verify that all items above are included in the shipping container. If
anything is missing, please contact B&K Precision.
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1.3 Front Panel Overview
Figure 1 - Front Panel View
Front Panel Description
LCD display
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Menu function keys
Scope function button
Multimeter function button
Recorder function button
Trend plot and waveform recorder
Channel 1 button (scope)
Trigger Menu button
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Channel 1 Volts/div range keys (scope)
Power On/Off
Channel 1 vertical position keys (scope)
10 A current input port (multimeter)
mA current input port (multimeter)
User/Options Menu
COM input port (multimeter)
Voltage/Resistance/Capacitance input port
(multimeter)
Channel 2 vertical position keys (scope)
Horizontal position keys (scope)
Channel 2 Volts/div range keys (scope)
Horizontal Timebase keys (scope)
Channel 2 button (scope)
Save/Recall Menu button
Cursor/Measurement function button (scope)
Run/Stop button; also acts as a Single button
when trigger mode is set to Single (scope)
Arrow selection keys
Auto button (scope)
Menu On/Off button
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1.4 Top View
Figure 2- Top View
1.5 Rear Panel Overview
Figure 3 - Rear View
Channel 1 Input
Channel 2 Input
Kickstand
Battery cover
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