THOMSON DFT-6101 User manual
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview...................................................................................................................................2
1.1. Purpose......................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2. Feature.......................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3. Advantages of the 4-line test clamp: .............................................................................................................. 3
1.4. Advantages of test probes.............................................................................................................................. 3
1.5. Function ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.6. Technical parameters..................................................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 2 Operation instructions .............................................................................................................5
2.1. The Tester Power on/off ................................................................................................................................ 5
2.2. Single-Cell Test............................................................................................................................................. 5
2.2.1 (Optional): Test instructions with connection resistors (same Test in Strings)........................................ 6
2.3. Battery String Test ........................................................................................................................................ 6
2.3.1 Custom standard parameters................................................................................................................ 7
2.3.2 Standard parameter selection ............................................................................................................... 7
2.3.3 Operating instructions.......................................................................................................................... 7
2.4. Data management function............................................................................................................................ 7
2.5. Clock settings ............................................................................................................................................... 8
2.6. System Administration.................................................................................................................................. 8
2.6.1 File management................................................................................................................................. 9
2.6.2 Language selection.............................................................................................................................. 9
2.6.3 Test the waveform ............................................................................................................................... 9
2.6.4 Software Version information .............................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Tester Main Parts Structure.................................................................................................. 11
3.1. Package List ................................................................................................................................................11
3.2. DFT-6101 Host............................................................................................................................................11
3.3 Testing Line..................................................................................................................................................12
3.4 Host Charger.................................................................................................................................................12
3.5 Data Line......................................................................................................................................................13
3.6 Box...............................................................................................................................................................13
Chapter 4 Tester storage instructions......................................................................................................14
4.1. Tester with FLASH chip to store data including boot screen data. Test data, etc.............................................14
4.2. There are several types of tester data:：........................................................................................................14
4.3. Data management ........................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 5 Routine maintenance..............................................................................................................15
5.1. Cleaning maintenance..................................................................................................................................15
5.2. Storage........................................................................................................................................................15
5.3. Tester’s Battery maintenance........................................................................................................................15
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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1. Purpose
The battery Resistance Tester adopts the most advanced AC discharge test method, which can accurately test the
voltage and internal resistance at both ends of the battery, and then judge the advantages and disadvantages of the
battery capacity and technical status. Customers can also choose the results of the internal resistance test, voltage
test and capacity estimation of the battery according to their own situation as the basis for the internal resistance
matching when the new battery is matched; Testing the internal resistance of the battery before and after
discharging is used to identify the real invalid battery.
1.2. Feature
(1) Smart, digital, fully English operation menu for accurate Test & simple operation.
(2) Weight does not exceed 0.45Kg, handheld design, single operation, automatic Test of the whole process.
(3) To meet various battery internal resistance detection standards, it is necessary to include a complete database
of battery internal resistance parameters, and can define the battery standard internal resistance according to
different batteries.
(4) The test method is simple, which will not affect the working state of the battery and will not produce safety
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hazards.
(5) The tester itself can store a large amount of test data, and can be conclusive query and analysis on the tester,
and the battery test data can also be exported to the computer software with a U disk to generate charts and curves
for analysis.
(6) The test report can be easily imported into Excel and Word files, and printed into a report in the specified
format for easy management to reduce the workload.
(7) 4-line multi-purpose test clamp, set test clamp, probe and other functions in one, can adapt to more than 98%
of the battery connection installation mode and battery pole form.
1.3. Advantages of the 4-line test clamp:
4-line test clamp is suitable for most test occasions, Its front section of the fixture protrudes 6cm metal test head
& only 3mm thickness, which is convenient to reach directly into the pole under the connecting plate, and the
inside of the metal head is serrated to facilitate the removal of oxides and direct contact with the pole, thus
ensuring the stability and accuracy of the test results.
1.4. Advantages of test probes
(1) 4-line test ensure that the inner needle is completely insulated from the outer barrel!
(2) Inner needle 1.3 mm diameter & outer barrel 3 mm diameter are suitable for a variety of connection strip gaps,
can be fully inserted from the pole sheath hole!
(3) Metal needles and syringes adopt beryllium copper gold plating process, which can adapt to various test
frequencies and currents!
(4) The length of the line is 1.8 meters, the length of the test pen is 0.36 meters, and the entire set of batteries is
tested without mobile equipment!
(5) The test pen adopts the two-stage design of the extended rod, which is convenient to carry and adapt to
long-distance testing!
(6) It is more convenient and accurate to cooperate with the automatic test PC Sof5twear of the internal resistance
tester!
(7) The aviation plug adopts Taiwan PLT’s supply, adapts to various frequencies and currents, and escorts
accurate testing!
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1.5. Function
No
Item
Description
1
Battery Test
The internal resistance Test and performance evaluation of single cell batteries, String
batteries, batteries + connection resistance (optional)
2
Data
management
Open and play back the data records, dump the U-disk, delete and other operations, and
format the data records at the same time.
3
System
management
including clock settings, parameter calibration, language selection, test waveforms, file
management and software version information and other functions
1.6. Technical parameters
Item
parameters
Measuring range
resistance:：0.0mΩ--120mΩ Voltage：0.000v--20v
Tiebar Measuring range (option)
0.0mΩ—65.0mΩ
Min. Resolution
resistance：0.001mΩ Voltage：1mV
Test accuracy
resistance：1% Voltage：0.5%
Display 272×480
4.3" TFT LCD touch screen 272×480
Host Size
186mm×98mm×40mm
Host Weight
0.45KG
Memory capacity
Stores 100,000 battery Test data
Working power supply
4000mAH rechargeable battery as full for 8~ 12 hours
External power supply
AC100~240V/DC5V-1A power adapter/charger
Communication interface
USB interface (pluggable U-disk)
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Chapter 2 Operation instructions
2.1. The Tester Power on/off
There is a power switch on the left side of the tester, dial the upper end to Power and the down end to Power
off. Refer to Boot the main menu as follows::
The main menu consists of three parts: upper, middle and lower. On the upper left is the menu name, and on the
right is the battery level indicator. The bottom edge is the time bar, and the middle is the display and operation
area;
When using the touch screen, you can tap the menu task item directly, and then tap the selected menu task item to
execute. If you are using a keyboard, use the TAB key to toggle the selected menu task item and press Confirm to
execute.
2.2. Single-Cell Test
After entering the single-cell test, select the battery voltage type, battery model, test parameters, and site number
to test. The test interface is shown in the following figure:
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Setting interface Testing interface End interface
2.2.1 (Optional): Test instructions with connection resistors (same Test in Strings)
3-wire & 3-clamp simultaneous Test. The red clamp is connected to the connection resistor, the red and black
clamp is connected to the end of the positive pole of the battery and the connection resistance, the black clamp is
connected to the negative electrode of the battery, click the Test, you can complete the Test of the internal
resistance and the connection resistance, and so on.
(Note that in general, the first section of the positive electrode of the electrical Test does not have a connecting
strip, you can connect the red clamp with the red and black clamp at the positive end of the battery, direct Test,
then the connection resistance value of the first section is 0)
2.3. Battery String Test
The Battery String Test interface is as follows, and its Test operation method is similar to that of single cell Test,
but the number of battery cells is increased, and before a String of batteries is tested, it can be tested continuously
without operating the interface. Click the touch screen Start Test button to take the Test.
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2.3.1 Custom standard parameters
Click the "Unit" button on the right side of "Battery Voltage", pop up the custom parameter dialog window, set the
custom parameters, click "Save". After saving, you can see that the "V" of the button changes to "Custom x",
indicating that the customization was successful.
2.3.2 Standard parameter selection
Click the button on the right side of the "Battery Voltage" or "Standard Capacity" character to pop up the list of
standard parameters, select a parameter according to the needs, click again to set the parameters, and the main
interface updates the display. After clicking the "Save" button at the bottom of the "String Test" interface, the set
parameters will be saved permanently and the switch will not be lost again, and there is no need to set the
parameters repeatedly, which is convenient for the next test.
2.3.3 Operating instructions
Click the "Operation Instructions" button, and the dialog window that pops up details the operation process and
precautions of the entire single-cell Test.
2.4. Data management function
Click on the "Data Management" menu item on the main interface to enter the data management function
interface, including single-cell battery Test data and Battery String Test data, which can be opened and played
back on the data records. Dump U-disks. Delete and other operations, while also formatting data records. The
interface for data management is shown in the following figure:
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Data management interface
2.5. Clock settings
When operating by using the touch screen, you can tap the input or key directly, and the input number can be
achieved by scrolling up and down. If you use the keyboard to operate, then the "TAB" key toggles the input
items after selecting good years. Month. Day, Hours, Minutes, Seconds, press "↑". The "↓" key increments or
decreases the number.
2.6. System Administration
Once you enter system settings, the system settings submenu appears. Click the task item to enter the system
settings surface, and click the back button to return to the main menu. The menu content is shown in the
following figure:
Open recording interface
Data test with resistance connection
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2.6.1 File management
The tester can upgrade the system software through the U-disk, first put the upgraded software image file into the
U disk, Power Off; then connect the U-disk and the tester through the OTG cable, press back key to boot and
Power-on, and then wait for the upgrading, the interface prompts the upgrade progress, and automatically starts to
the running interface after the upgrade is successful.
2.6.2 Language selection
The software supports 5 languages of Chinese, English, French, Spanish, German; the software needs to reserve
a multi-language switching mode. The language selection interface refers follows::
In the language selection interface, select the language you want to use, click Confirm, and then switch the
display interface. Press the Back key to return to the system setup interface.
2.6.3 Test the waveform
As an auxiliary function, it can test 0~ 200V DC voltage of, which is convenient for users ‘auxiliary tests.
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2.6.4 Software Version information
Double-click the "Version Info" menu item under the system management menu page to view the teetered system
software version and Tester series number (S/N), as shown in the figure:
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Chapter 3 Tester Main Parts Structure
3.1. Package List
Battery Resistance Tester
DFT-6101 Host
1pc
Test clamp (or Probe)
1kit
Host Charger
1kit
U-disk
1pc
Data line
1pc
Box
1pc
User manual
1pc
Packing list
1pc
3.2. DFT-6101 Host
The host is used for field testing by operation, calculation, test results display, Storage and other use. (Quantity: 1
unit)
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3.3 Testing Line
Testing Line is either-or of Testing Line clamp or Testing Line probe
3.4 Host Charger
Host Charger is for Host inside battery charging. (Quantity: 1pc)
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3.5 Data Line
Data Line is for data communication from host to PC by U-disk.
3.6 Box
Used to pack the main host and accessories. (Quantity: 1pcs)
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Chapter 4 Tester storage instructions
4.1. Tester with FLASH chip to store data including boot screen data. Test data, etc
4.2. There are several types of tester data:：
1) Boot screen data: Logpic.BMP. (Length X width 272X480).
2) Test result data: File name: "AAACCCC. DAT", AAA is REM, CCCCC is serial number. Such as
REM00035 .DAT
4.3. Data management
Under the "Data Management" function in the main menu of the gauge. Data files can be opened & export (dump
U-disk). Delete (single piece of data), format (delete all data), and so on. The data file is transferred to a U-disk in
THE DAT file format, such as REM00035.DAT.
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Chapter 5 Routine maintenance
5.1. Cleaning maintenance
(1) Cleaning and maintenance of the host
Wash the main unit with a soft damp cloth and a mild detergent. Please do not use abrasive type. Dissolving
cleaners or alcohol, etc., so as not to scratch the host panel or damage the text on the host.
(2) Cleaning and maintenance of voltage test cable clamps
Use a soft damp cloth with a mild detergent to clean the voltage clamps. After cleaning, wash it with clean water
and dry it. Do not scratch the metal part of the probe to avoid poor contact and errors in the test results
5.2. Storage
After used, the host should be placed in the chassis in time. All clamps and cables should be organized and placed
in the appropriate position in the chassis. In order to keep the battery in optimal condition, it is recommended to
charge the battery regularly (once a month)
5.3. Tester’s Battery maintenance
(1) Battery charging
At the time of delivery, the battery may not be charged and should be charged before use. Power on to check the
charging status, if the battery voltage is too low to turn on the machine, recharge a few minutes and then look.
After full charge, the battery can generally be used for 5 to 6 hours.
When charging, connect the charger and the console to charge without turning on the system. (It is recommended
to start charging)
If charged for a long time, such as during the entire weekend, it will not cause damage to the tester
Note: person must supervised standby if long time charging
（2）Extend battery operating time
Fully charge before use, and the tester power off when not measuring for a long time during use.
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Battery Data Management
PC Software Manual
THOMSON TECH CO LTD
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Software Installation & Uninstallation ..................................................................................18
1.1. Software runtime environment .....................................................................................................................18
1.2. Software installation ....................................................................................................................................18
1.3. Software uninstallation.................................................................................................................................18
1.4. Software running..........................................................................................................................................18
1.5. Main Menu..................................................................................................................................................19
Chapter 2 Data viewing and exporting to reports...................................................................................20
2.1. Data Logger monitoring...............................................................................................................................20
2.2. Data viewing and importing old report..........................................................................................................21
2.3. Export result to the report.............................................................................................................................22
2.4 Exit the software...........................................................................................................................................23
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Chapter 1 Software Installation & Uninstallation
1.1. Software runtime environment
Operating System: Windows XP. Windows7. Windows10
CPU: P42.0GHz or above, Intel dual-core 2.0G is recommended
Memory: DDR 32G or above
Hard Disk: The installation disk has at least 300M of space
Display resolution: 1024×768 or more
1.2. Software installation
A) .netframework Installation
Find the < Microsoft .NET .exe> on the U-disk and double-click to run
Accept the terms and click Install, as shown in the following figure:
Click Done
B) PC Software installation
Find the < BTLStudioV1.3.4 > on the U-disk, double-click to run, as shown in the following figure:
Click Next, as shown below:
Select the corresponding installation path, it is best not to install on the C disk (the system disk does not have
permission to export the report), and then click [Next]:
Click Next, as shown below:
Click Close, and the installer installation is complete.
1.3. Software uninstallation
Only Uninstall by original computer's system manually.
1.4. Software running
There are two ways to run the software:
(1) start → program → Battery Data management Software and click to run;
(2) Double-click the icon of the " Battery Data management Software "→ desktop and start running.
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