Trotec BE60 User manual

TRT-BA-BE60-TC220328TTRT04-001-EN
BE60
EN
INSTRUCTIONS
DIGITAL TRUE RMS MULTIMETER
WITH THERMAL IMAGING
CAMERA

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Table of contents
Information on the use of this instructions..........................2
Safety .....................................................................................2
Information about the device................................................4
Transport and storage...........................................................9
Operation .............................................................................10
MultiMeasure Mobile app....................................................18
Maintenance and repair ......................................................22
Errors and faults..................................................................23
Disposal ...............................................................................23
Declaration of conformity ...................................................24
Information on the use of this instructions
Symbols
Warning of electrical voltage
This symbol indicates dangers to the life and health of
persons due to electrical voltage.
Warning
This signal word indicates a hazard with an average
risk level which, if not avoided, can result in serious
injury or death.
Caution
This signal word indicates a hazard with a low risk
level which, if not avoided, can result in minor or
moderate injury.
Note
This signal word indicates important information (e.g.
material damage), but does not indicate hazards.
Info
Information marked with this symbol helps you to carry
out your tasks quickly and safely.
Follow the manual
Information marked with this symbol indicates that the
instructions must be observed.
You can download the current version of the instructions and
the EUdeclaration of conformity via the following link:
BE60
https://hub.trotec.com/?id=46449
Safety
Read this manual carefully before starting or using the
device. Always store the manual in the immediate vicinity
of the device or its site of use.
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• The device is supplied with a warning sign. Prior to initial
start-up, make sure to paste the corresponding warning
sign in your local language, if available, over the one
present at the rear of the device as described in chapter
Operation. Otherwise, choose a label in a language you
know.
• Do not use the device in potentially explosive rooms or
areas and do not install it there.
• Do not use the device in aggressive atmosphere.
• Protect the device from permanent direct sunlight.
• Do not open the device.
• Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from the
device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in legible
condition.
• Do not exceed the measuring range of a function specified
in the technical data.
• Always disconnect the measuring tips from the circuit
before changing the type of measurement.
• Proceed with the utmost care when measuring voltages
above 25VACrms or 35VDC. There is a risk of an electric
shock at these voltage levels.

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• Before carrying out the diode, resistance or continuity test,
make sure that the object to be measured has zero
potential and that any capacitors are discharged. If you
have previously carried out measurements on live parts,
disconnect the measuring tips from the object to be
measured before the diode, resistance or continuity test.
Intended use
Only use the device for measurements within the measuring
ranges and overvoltage categories specified in the technical
data.
Intended use comprises:
• measurements of AC and DCvoltages
• measurements of direct and alternating currents
• capacitance measurements
• frequency/ duty cycle measurements
• resistance measurements
• testing diodes
• continuity tests with acoustic indication
• temperature measurements with the thermal imaging
camera
Any use other than the intended use is regarded as misuse.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Do not use the device in potentially explosive atmospheres,
when wet or very humid.
Unauthorized modifications of the device are forbidden.
Personnel qualifications
People who use this device must:
• master the 5 safety rules of electrical engineering
– 1.De-energise
– 2.Secure against restart
– 3.Verify de-energised state (bipolar)
– 4.Earth and short-circuit
– 5.Cover neighbouring live parts
• take measures to protect themselves from direct contact
with live parts.
• have read and understood the instructions, especially the
Safety chapter.
Safety signs and labels on the device
Note
Do not remove any safety signs, stickers or labels from
the device. Keep all safety signs, stickers and labels in
legible condition.
The following safety signs and labels are attached to the device:
Safety symbol Meaning
This sign warns you of hazards when using
electric power. Exercise caution and observe
the safety instructions.
This sign indicates that the operating manual
must be observed.
Residual risks
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to insufficient insulation! Check the
device and the measuring cables for damages and
proper function before each use.
If you detect damages, do not use the device any
longer.
Do not use the device when either the device or your
hands are damp or wet!
Do not use the device when the battery compartment
or the housing is open.
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to contact with live parts! When using
the measuring tips, make sure not to reach behind the
protection against contact.
Warning of electrical voltage
There is a risk of a short-circuit due to liquids
penetrating the housing!
Do not immerse the device and the accessories in
water. Make sure that no water or other liquids can
enter the housing.
Warning of electrical voltage
Work on the electrical components must only be
carried out by an authorised specialist company!
Warning of explosive substances
Do not expose the batteries to temperatures above
60°C! Do not let the batteries come into contact with
water or fire! Avoid direct sunlight and moisture. There
is a risk of explosion!
Warning
Risk of suffocation!
Do not leave the packaging lying around. Children may
use it as a dangerous toy.

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Warning
The device is not a toy and does not belong in the
hands of children.
Warning
Dangers can occur at the device when it is used by
untrained people in an unprofessional or improper way!
Observe the personnel qualifications!
Caution
When handling the device there is a risk of injury due
to the exposed measuring tips.
Always put on the protective cap when not in use.
Caution
Lithium-ion batteries might catch fire in case of
overheating or damage. Ensure a sufficient distance to
heat sources, do not subject lithium-ion batteries to
direct sunlight and make sure not to damage the
casing. Do not overcharge lithium-ion batteries. If the
battery is not permanently installed in the device, only
use smart chargers that switch off automatically when
the battery is fully charged. Charge lithium-ion
batteries in due time before they are discharged
completely.
Caution
Keep a sufficient distance from heat sources.
Note
To avoid damages to the device, make sure that the
correct measuring range is selected before carrying out
a measurement.
If you are unsure, select the largest measuring range.
Remove the measuring cables from the measuring
point before changing the measuring range.
Note
To prevent damages to the device, do not expose it to
extreme temperatures, extreme humidity or moisture.
Note
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the
device.
Note
Before commissioning, check the function of the
device at a known voltage source, e.g. on a known and
safe230V voltage source or on a known and safe
9Vbattery. Select the correct measuring range!
Information about the device
Device description
The multimeter is a battery-powered, mobile hand-held
measuring device with an extensive range of measurement
possibilities.
The integrated thermal imaging camera helps you to detect
electrical problems, validate troubleshooting and document it in
reports. Hotspots on high-voltage installations and transformers
can be checked from a safe distance and heating, e.g. of fuses,
insulators, connectors or wires, can be detected.
The true RMS measuring function allows for the precise
measurement of sinusoidal and non-sinusoidal signals
generated due to faults, e.g. by frequency inverters or switching
power supplies of computers.
The device is equipped with the following functional properties
and equipment features:
• Thermal imaging camera
• Automatic/manual selection of the measuring range
• TFTdisplay
• Can also be operated while wearing gloves
• Fold-out stand and holding fixture for measuring tips
• AC and DCvoltage measurement
• Measurement of direct and alternating currents
• Resistance measurement
• Capacitance measurement
• Frequency/ duty cycle measurement
• Diode testing function
• Acoustic continuity testing
• Hold function
• Indication of maximum, minimum and peak value
The integrated Bluetooth function makes it possible to connect
the device to a terminal device via the Trotec MultiMeasure
Mobile app.
The measurement results can be displayed and saved on the
terminal device either numerically or in form of a chart. Then,
the measurement data can be sent in PDF or Excelformat.
The app also includes a report generation function, an organiser
function, one for customer management and further analysis
options. Moreover, it is possible to share measurements and
project data with colleagues in another subsidiary.
If MultiMeasure Studio Professional is installed on a PC, you can
even use report templates and ready-made text blocks for
various fields of application to turn the data into professional
reports.

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Overvoltage protection and measurement category
The design of a measurement device determines in which
environments and for which voltages it can be safely used. What
is important in this connection for example is the touchability of
live parts, anti-kink protection guards on the measuring lines or
the insulation. Depending on the design details, the
measurement device can carry out safe measurements up to a
specific voltage in one or several measuring categories. The
measurement category is specified on the measurement device
as well as in the operating manual.
This measurement device is suited for measurement
categoriesCAT III (600V) and CAT IV (300V).
This means that the measuring device may be used in low-
voltage house installations for voltages up to 600V and at the
house connection point for voltages up to 300V.
Thermal imaging camera
When the thermal imaging camera is switched on, the device
measures surface temperatures without contact by means of an
infrared sensor.
For an exact measurement of the surface temperature, the
emissivity of the material to be measured needs to be set.
Degree of emission
The degree of emission is used to describe the energy radiation
characteristics of a material.
Most organic materials have an emissivity of0.95. Metals or
shiny materials come with a much lower value.
A material's emissivity depends on various factors, e.g. on
• Material composition
• Surface condition
• Temperature
The emissivity can range between 0.1 and 1 (in theory).
The following rule of thumb can be assumed:
• When a material is rather dark and its surface texture matt,
it probably has a high emissivity.
• The brighter and smoother the surface of a material, the
lower will be its emissivity, presumably.
• The higher the degree of emission of the surface to be
measured, the better it is suited for non-contact
temperature measurement by use of a pyrometer or
thermal imaging camera, since falsifying temperature
reflections become negligible.
Nevertheless, entering a degree of emission as appropriate as
possible is indispensable for a precise measurement.
Emissivity table
The table below may be used as reference for setting the
degree of emission. It supplies reference values for the
emissivity of common materials.
Material Degree of emission
Aluminium, roughened 0.1 to 0.3
Aluminium, alloy A3003,
oxidized
0.3
Aluminium, oxidized 0.2 to 0.4
Asbestos 0.92 to 0.95
Tarmac 0.92 to 0.95
Basalt 0.7
Concrete 0.92 to 0.95
Bitumen 0.98 to 1.00
Lead, oxidized 0.2 to 0.6
Lead, rough 0.4
Roofing felt 0.95
Ice 0.98
Iron (forged), blunt 0.9
Iron, oxidized 0.5 to 0.9
Iron, rusted 0.5 to 0.7
Enamel varnish, black 0.95
Earth 0.92 to 0.96
Paint (not alkaline) 0.90 to 0.95
Paint (non-metal) 0.95
Gypsum 0.60 to 0.95
Glass, pane 0.85 to 0.95
Rubber 0.92 to 0.95
Cast iron, molten 0.2 to 0.3
Cast iron, not oxidized 0.2
Skin 0.98
Haynes alloy 0.3 to 0.8
Radiator enamel 0.95
Timber (natural) 0.90 to 0.95
Inconel, electro-polished 0.15
Inconel, oxidized 0.70 to 0.95
Inconel, sand-blasted 0.3 to 0.6
Limestone 0.95 to 0.98
Carborundum 0.9
Ceramics 0.88 to 0.95
Gravel 0.95
Carbon, graphite 0.70 to 0.85
Carbon, not oxidized 0.8 to 0.9

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Material Degree of emission
Plastic, non-transparent 0.95
Copper, oxidized 0.4 to 0.8
Varnish 0.80 to 0.95
Marble 0.90 to 0.95
Brass, highly polished 0.3
Brass, oxidized 0.5
Molybdenum, oxidized 0.2 to 0.6
Nickel, oxidized 0.2 to 0.5
Plastic 0.85 to 0.95
Plaster 0.90 to 0.95
Sand 0.9
Snow 0.9
Steel, heavy plate 0.4 to 0.6
Steel, cold-rolled 0.7 to 0.9
Steel, oxidized 0.7 to 0.9
Steel, polished sheet metal 0.1
Steel, stainless 0.1 to 0.8
Cloth 0.95
Wallpaper (non-metal) 0.95
Textiles (non-metal) 0.95
Titanium, oxidized 0.5 to 0.6
Clay 0.90 to 0.95
Water 0.93
Cement 0.90 to 0.96
Brick (rough) 0.90 to 0.95
Zinc, oxidized 0.1
Device depiction
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No. Designation
1TFTdisplay
2OK/Hold button
3IR/ button
4Rotary switch
5V/Hzsocket
6COMsocket
7Red measuring tip
8Black measuring tip
9Fold-out stand
10 Fuse compartment (below stand)
11 Holding fixture for measuring tips
12 Infrared sensor closure
13 Infrared sensor
14 Work light
15 USBconnection
16 mA/10Asocket
17 MODE/RANGE button
18 USB cable

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Rotary switch
19 20 21
22
23
24
25
26
No. Position Description
19 OFF Device is switched off.
20
Hz
ACvoltage:
200mV to 600V
21
AC+DC
DCvoltage:
200mV to 600V
22 Hz% Frequency measurement:
1mHz to 10MHz
Duty cycle:
0.1% to 99.9%
23 ΩResistance measurement:
200Ω to 20MΩ
Diode test/ continuity measurement
nF Capacitance measurement
24 200µA Direct and alternating current:
up to 200µA
25 4000mA Direct and alternating current:
up to 4000mA
26 10A Direct and alternating current:
up to 10A
PEAK
REL
MAX
28
27
29
30
31
32
33
No. Designation
27 Time indication
28 Measuring mode indication
29 Measurement value display
30 REL indication
31 PEAK indication
32 MAX indication
33 Battery status indication
Technical data
General characteristics
Parameter Value
General information
Continuity test An acoustic signal is emitted if the
resistance is less than 50Ω
Diode test Test current: <1.5mA
max. test voltage: 3.3VDC
LCdisplay 33/4 digits, 4000count TFT
Menu languages German, Chinese, English, Italian,
Spanish, French, Dutch, Polish, Turkish,
Portuguese
Exceedance of the
measuring range
OL will be displayed
Polarity Automatic (no indication for positive);
minus(-) sign for negative
Measuring speed 3x per second, nominal
Bluetooth frequency
range
2.4GHz
Bluetooth max.
transmission power
0dBm
Battery status
indication
The battery icon will be displayed when
the battery voltage drops below the
operating voltage threshold
Battery 1x 3.7V lithium-ion battery, 1400mAh
Battery charging
socket
micro USB (5VDC, 1A)
Fuse 10A/ 600V
Operating
temperature
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Storage temperature -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Max. relative humidity <80%
Degree of pollution 2
Insulation double insulation
Operating height
above sea level
max. 2000m (6562ft)
Type of protection IP40
Weight approx. 540g
Dimensions 175 x 85x 55mm
Automatic switch-off after 15 to 60minutes of non-use
(can be deactivated)
Shock test up to a drop height of 2.0m (6.5ft)
Safety This measuring device is designed for
indoor use and complies with
measuring category CATIII up to 600V
and measuring category CATIV up to
300V.

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Parameter Value
Thermal imaging camera
Temperature range -20°C to +260°C (-4°F to +500°F)
Minimum focusing
distance
0.5 m
Field of view (FOV) 15.6x15.6°
Spatial resolution
(IFOV)
2.26 mrad
Thermal image
resolution
120 x 120 pixels
Focusing mode Fixed focus
Focal length 7.5 mm
Frame rate 50Hz
Detector type Focal Plane Array/uncooled
microbolometer
Infrared spectrum 8µm to 14µm
Accuracy ±3°C (±5.4°F) or ±3% (at an
ambient temperature of 10°C to 35°C,
object temperature >0°C)
Measuring ranges
DC voltage (VDC)
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy Input
impedance
Overvoltage
protection
400mV 0.1mV ± (0.8%
+8digits)
>10 MΩ 600VDC/
ACrms
4V 0.001V ± (0.5%
+5digits)
40V 0.01V
400V 0.1V ± (0.8%
+5digits)
600V 1V
ACvoltage TRMS (VAC)
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy1) Overvoltage
protection
50 –
60Hz
61Hz –
1kHz
4V 0.001V ± (1%
+5digits)
± (2.5%
+5digits)
600VDC/
ACrms
40V 0.01V
400V 0.1V
600V 1V
1) The accuracy refers to a range from 10% of the measuring
range up to 100%, sine wave.
Input impedance: > 9 MΩ
Accuracy of the PEAKfunction: ± 10%, PEAK response time: 1ms
AC and DCvoltage TRMS (VAC+DC)
Measuring
range
Resolu-
tion
Accuracy Input
impedance
Overvoltage
protection
4V 0.001V ± (2.5%
+20digits)
>10 MΩ 600VDC/
ACrms
40V 0.01V
400V 0.1V
600V 1V
Direct current (ADC)
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy Overvoltage
protection
400µA 0.1µA ± (1.5%
+5digits)
Fusing 500mA/600V
4000µA 1µA
40mA 0.01mA
400mA 0.1mA ± (1.5%
+8digits)
10A 0.01A ± (2.0%
+8digits)
Fusing 10A/600V
Alternating current TRMS (AAC)
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy 1)
50Hz – 1kHz
Overvoltage
protection
400µA 0.1µA ± (2.0%
+5digits)
Fusing 10A/600V
4000µA 1µA
40mA 0.01mA
400mA 0.1mA
10A 0.01A ± (2.5%
+5digits)
1) The accuracy refers to a range from 10% of the measuring
range up to 100%, sine wave.
Accuracy of the PEAKfunction: ± 10%, amperage AC+DC TRMS:
Accuracy(50Hz– 1kHz): ± (3.0% +20digits)
Resistance and continuity test
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy Acoustic
signal
Overvoltage
protection
400 Ω 0.1 Ω ± (1.0%
+10digits)
>50 Ω 600VDC/
ACrms
4kΩ 0.001kΩ ± (1.0%
+5digits)
40kΩ 0.01kΩ
400kΩ 0.1kΩ
4MΩ 0.001MΩ
40MΩ 0.01MΩ ± (2.5%
+10digits)

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Frequency measurement (
Hz
)
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy Overvoltage
protection
40Hz –
10kHz
0.01 Hz -
0.001 kHz
±0.5% 600VDC/ACrms
Sensitivity: 2Vrms
Frequency measurement (Hz%)
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy Overvoltage
protection
40Hz 0.01Hz ± (0.2%
+5digits)
600VDC/ACrms
400Hz 0.1Hz
4kHz 0.001kHz
40kHz 0.01kHz
400kHz 0.1kHz
4MHz 0.001MHz
10MHz 0.01MHz
Sensitivity:
>2Vrms (20% – 80% duty factor and
f<100kHz)
>5Vrms (20% – 80% duty factor and
f<100kHz)
Duty factor
Measuring range Resolution Accuracy
10.0 – 90.0% 0.1 % ± (1.2% +2digits)
Pulse frequency width: 40Hz – 10kHz, pulse amplitude: ±5V
(100µs – 100ms)
Capacity
Measuring
range
Resolution Accuracy Overvoltage
protection
40nF 0.01nF ± (3.0%
+20digits)
600VDC/ACrms
400nF 0.1nF ± (3.0%
+8digits)
4μF 0.001μF
40μF 0.01μF
400μF 0.1μF
4000μF 1μF ± (3.5%
+20digits)
Note:
The accuracy is based on an ambient temperature of 18°C to
28°C (64°F to 82°F) and a relative humidity of less than 80%.
The accuracy specification consists of two values:
• %value referring to the reading: Results from the accuracy
of the measuring circuit.
• +digits: Results from the accuracy of the analogue-to-
digital converter.
Scope of delivery
• 1x Device BE60
• 2x Measuring tip
• 1 x USB cable
• 1 x Transport case
• 1 x Quick guide
Transport and storage
Note
If you store or transport the device improperly, the
device may be damaged.
Note the information regarding transport and storage of
the device.
Transport
For transporting the device, use the transport case included in
the scope of delivery in order to protect the device from external
influences.
The supplied Li-ion batteries are subjects to the requirements of
dangerous goods legislation.
Observe the following when transporting or shipping Li-ion
batteries:
• The user may transport the batteries by road without any
additional requirements.
• If transport is carried out by third parties (e.g. air transport
or forwarding company), special requirements as to
packaging and labelling must be observed. This includes
consulting a dangerous goods specialist when preparing
the package.
– Only ship batteries if their housing is undamaged.
– Please also observe any other national regulations.
Storage
When the device is not being used, observe the following
storage conditions:
• dry and protected from frost and heat
• protected from dust and direct sunlight
• For storing the device, use the transport case included in
the scope of delivery in order to protect the device from
external influences.
• the storage temperature complies with the values specified
in the Technical data

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Operation
Warning of electrical voltage
Electric shock due to contact with live parts! When
using the measuring tips, make sure not to reach
behind the protection against contact.
Charging the battery
The battery is partially charged upon delivery to avoid damage
to the battery caused by a deep discharge.
To fully charge the battery, please proceed as described in the
chapter Maintenance and repair.
Attaching the warning sign
Prior to initial start-up, check whether the warning sign at the
rear underneath the stand is in your local language, if not, paste
the proper one over it. Warning signs in several languages are
supplied along with the device. Please proceed as follows to
attach the warning sign to the rear of the device:
1. Remove the label in your local language from the supplied
film.
2. Fold the stand(9) at the rear of the device up.
3. Affix the label in the intended position on the fuse
compartment(10).
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Undefined displays
If measuring inputs are open or touched by hand, this can lead
to undefined displays. This is not a malfunction but a reaction of
the sensitive measuring input to existing interference voltages.
Normally, when there is no high interference level at the
workplace or in case of a short circuit at the measuring input
zero is displayed immediately. Or, if the measuring object is
connected, the exact measured value is displayed. Fluctuations
in the displayed value by some digits are systemic and within
the tolerance.
If the resistance measuring range, the continuity testing range
or the diode test was selected and the measuring input is open,
the OLindication (exceedance of the measuring range) will be
displayed.
Settings menu
Press and hold the OK/Holdbutton(2) to enter the settings
menu. The following menu items and setting options can be
selected:
Menu item Setting/submenu Option
Palette Selection of the colour
palette
5colour palettes
Temp Unit Temperature display
unit
°C/K/°F
Measure Indication of
maximum
temperature
enable/disable
Indication of minimum
temperature
Emissivity Emissivity adjustable from 0.01
to 0.99
Language Chinese selection
English
German
Italian
Spanish
French
Dutch
Polish
Turkish
Portuguese
Setup Key sounds switch on/off
Bluetooth
Display brightness 10–100% in
increments of 10%
Auto Power OFF disabled/
15/30/60minutes