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BATTERY TEST

OTHER MENU ITEMS

REVIEW TESTS

Press (Y Enter) to select 

Review/Print.

The last test will be displayed. 

Press (N Esc.) to select 

previous test.  Press (+Up) 

or (-Down) key to select the 

desired test.

An invisible infrared beam links the BVA-200EX to the optional 

printer from up to 15 ft away. No connection cords are needed. For 

more instructions on how to operate the printer 

consult the printer manual.   

Printer Type ------------------------------------ Thermal Printing

Paper   ----- 2.25 in x 80 ft. (58 mm x 25m) roll (included)

Power   ----------------------------------- AC adapter (included)

OPTIONAL INFRARED PRINTER

Scroll Down to Review/Print

Scroll down to about.

Press Y to select.

 VOLT METER

 SETUP

 DOWNLOAD

>ABOUT

ABOUT SCREEN

The about screen shows the 

model number. Firmware 

revision and date.

Press any key to go back to 

the menu.

BVA-200EX

VERSION 7.4

SER #: 17533   

COPYRIGHT 2010

>REVIEW/PRINT

 VOLT METER

 SETUP

 DOWNLOAD

#44 12V CHARGE

PASS REGULATOR

PASS DIODES

PASS OUTPUT

You can also select Battery Test from 

the main menu and then press (Y 

Enter). 

Press the (+Up) or (-Down) key 

to increment or decrement to the 

rated CCA of the battery. 

For ease of adjustment the last CCA rating will appear unless you have set 

a default CCA rating in the SETUP menu. Press (Y Enter) to continue test.
 

Note: Enter the approximate battery 

temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.

>ENTER RATED CCA 

 600     USE +/-.

 12.50V 

 ‘Y’ TO BEGIN

>ENTER BATTERY 

 TEMP       70F 

 USE +/-. 

 ‘Y’ TO CONTINUE

>BATTERY TEST 

 STARTER TEST 

 ALTERNATOR TEST 

 REVIEW/PRINT

Press N to cancel once the clamps are 

connect the test will proceed.

>CONNECT CLAMPS

 TO BATTERY.

 RED+, BLACK-

 ‘N’ TO CANCEL

If any of the tests (battery test, starter test, or alternator test) are selected 

and the clamps are not connected to the battery the following screen will 

appear.

Summary of Contents for BVA-200EX

Page 1: ...the auto industry s answer to portability in a professionally accurate load tester and system analyzer Auto Meter Products Inc 350 West Center Street Pleasant Grove Utah 84062 Service 801 785 0051 ex...

Page 2: ...ure of this product Improper use accident water damage abuse unauthorized repairs or alterations voids this warranty The manufacturer disclaims any liability or consequential damages due to breach of...

Page 3: ...C 24J BVA 200EX Carrying case only Optional AC 12 PC Interface adapter cord Weight 4 lbs What to Expect from the BVA 200EX Immediately recognize a bad battery and perform a complete charging system an...

Page 4: ...X automatically identifies the appropriate voltage and displays the menu selection and instructions needed for that system Est Output CAPTURING TEXT 4 Using Microsoft Excel Make sure menu is displayed...

Page 5: ...result in damage to the plates Improper Maintenance Low electrolytic fluid and corrosion on battery connections can greatly reduce battery life and affect battery performance Age of Battery If the da...

Page 6: ...en posts cracks in the case loose hold downs low electrolyte level moisture and dirt around the terminals Inspect Starting System Check starter solenoid and regulator for loose connections loose mount...

Page 7: ...does not have an available serial port and you re planning on using Windows HYPER Terminal as illustrated below you will need to buy and install an adapter card with a serial port The BVA 200EX will...

Page 8: ...pirits on the new cable ends will help with ease of insertion through the grommets BATTERY REPLACEMENT When the LCD indicates a low internal battery remove the back cover and replace the battery with...

Page 9: ...lete contact both the copper and silver jaw CHECK CONNECTIONS will flash on the LCD Make sure the Infrared Printer is properly set up After a test is made with the BVA 200EX make sure the results are...

Page 10: ...ack to the menu BVA 200EX VERSION 7 4 SER 17533 COPYRIGHT 2010 REVIEW PRINT VOLT METER SETUP DOWNLOAD 44 12V CHARGE PASS REGULATOR PASS DIODES PASS OUTPUT You can also select Battery Test from the mai...

Page 11: ...le If the voltage drops below 13 volts the alternator does have LOW OUTPUT If Measured Output is displayed the output may be low for some systems Surface charge removed if detected Wait for test resul...

Page 12: ...sion and dirty terminals Does the battery have a low state of charge See section 2 and 3 Make sure all electrical items are off Check for Alternator noise ALTERNATOR TEST Use the Up and Down keys to m...

Page 13: ...rsor to the desired test Bar at the bottom of the screen will show the preliminary checks progress If manufacturer s specifications are not available the chart below can be used as a general guideline...

Page 14: ...creens will appear Use the Up and Down keys to scroll through the screens Press Y or N to go to the main menu Wait for instructions before cranking engine If the current draw is between 75A 250A for g...

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