Tutorial

BTAS-16
Battery Test and Analysis System
Preliminary – V0.3

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 Warnings (general)
1. This tutorial is intended for professional personnel
experienced in the testing of aircraft batteries
2. Refer to the Operator’s Manual for complete details
on the operation of the instrument
3. Information provided on battery testing is solely as
an operational reference - Refer to the
manufacturer’s battery manual and/or CMM for
battery specific information

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 Warnings (specific)
1. Observe precautions when handling batteries
1. Batteries are heavy
2. Batteries will generate extremely high currents if shorted
• Tools can easily be dropped shorting several cells
2. Follow battery test procedures as outlined in the
CMMs and OMMs provided by the manufacturers.
3. The Operator is ultimately responsible for the
correct and proper analysis of the batteries under
test.

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 Introduction
The BTAS-16 system is designed to automate the
measurement and analysis or battery parameters
during testing for certification.
1. The BTAS-16 system will automatically take
charge/discharge Current, Battery Voltage, Cell Voltage
and Battery Temperature readings.
2. Displays data as it is being recorded.
3. Allows for analysis and reporting of Battery Data.
4. Archives data for access at any time.
5. Designed Specifically for Aviation Battery Testing.

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 Receiving – Inspection
Unpacking the unit
1. Verify that the following are in the package:
• Data Interface
• C-Scan(s)
• Cells Cable(s)
• Cell Simulator
• Cabling
• Software
2. Inspect the equipment for completeness
3. Save the cartons – They will be needed if the equipment
has to be sent out for repair.

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 Hardware Installation
1. C-Scans should be ideally located above the battery working
bench (see picture in the next slide).
2. Once C-Scans are in position, data cables can be run from
the C-Scans to the Data Interface, which is connected to the
Computer in the Battery Shop .
3. Data Cables will also have to be run from intelligent chargers
to the Data Interface.
4. C-Scans data cables are plugged into ports 1-4 on the Data
Interface, while Intelligent Charger data cables are plugged
into Ports 5-8.
5. Splitters are available to expand system capacity.

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Hardware Installation
Ideal System Configuration

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 Computer Requirements
1. The Computer must be running Windows 7 or better.
2. Ideally connected to Internet to take advantage of programs
automatic updating feature and notification service.
3. Use the largest monitor available (24 inch minimum
recommended).
4. The program is designed to take advantage of additional
screen space. Two monitors are useful for reviewing tests.
5. Make sure Window’s automatic updates will not interfere
with normal battery testing hours.
6. The computer should be connected to a UPS.
7. For further information refer to the BTAS Installation
Guidelines document.

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 Software Installation
1. Connect both USB plugs from the Data Interface to the computer.
If the computer is connected to the Internet, Windows will
automatically download the appropriate drivers.
2. To install the BTAS-16K software, insert the provided software CD
into the computer or unzip the provided zip file to the desktop
and run the setup.exe program.
3. When asked by Windows if you are sure you want to proceed,
click yes.
4. Upon first opening of the program, enter your provided License
key and setup the comports under the file menu.
5. More information is in the BTAS-16K installation instructions
document.

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 Main Screen
Consists Of:
1. Menu bar along top
2. Main Grid for setting up tests.
3. Graphical and Text information Areas

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 Hardware Settings – C-Scans
C-Scan Settings:
1. Use the rotary switch on the back of the C-Scan to set its
terminal number.
2. The terminal number will be displayed on the front of the C-Scan
once the program has begun polling the C-Scan.
• Pressing the RESET button in the back of the C-Scan will show the
Terminal Number
3. The program knows to poll the C-Scan when the In Use column
has been checked for its associated data terminal row in the man
grid.
4. Use “Find Stations” under tools to find all attached C-Scans.
5. LEDs on the front of the C-Scan indicate BTAS network traffic.
• The GRN LED will blink indicating being interrogated by the program and
the RED LED will blink indicating that it is responding.

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 Hardware Settings - ICAs
Intelligent Charger Analyzer settings:
1. Set up Intelligent charger Analyzer ID by selecting Opt → 0
through Charger key pad
2. Enter an ID from 0 to 15 and then press enter.
3. This ID will then have to be selected in the main grid under the
CID column on the DT row you want the charger associated with.
4. Final step is to set the charger on-line, by pressing Func → 1 and
entering 1
5. Charger must be set to be on-line every time the unit is
restarted.
6. When charger is set to be on-line the associated link cell in the
main grid will turn from red to green.

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 Hardware Settings – CCAs and Shunts
Legacy Charger Analyzers and Shunt setup:
1. Legacy charger analyzers are controlled by their associated
C-Scans
2. Shunts only read back current data and are not controlled
by the program, but merely monitored.
3. A charger ID will still have to be defined in the program
when using a CCA or shunt. Typically the same ID as the C-
Scan controlling the charger
4. In either case the attached charger will need to be set up
before running a test.

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Basic Process for Use of the BTAS-16K Program
1. Setup databases for:
• Battery Model
• Customer
• Customer’s Battery
• Work Order
2. Place Work Order in Main Grid on line associated
with Data Terminal the battery is connected to.
3. Run tests using the assigned Work Order
4. Analyze Data using Graphs or Reports
5. Produce (Print or save) reports

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 Battery Model Database Interface
View, Edit and Add Battery Models:
1. Enter Model Number, Number of Cells, Technology and Additional Information
2. Can also define tests for auto configuration mode.

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 Customer Database Interface
View, Edit and Add Customers:
1. Enter Customer name and any other desired information.

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 Customer Batteries Database Interface

View, Edit and Add Customer Batteries:

1. This is where a specific battery is defined as a model.
2. Must enter a serial number, customer name and model.
3. Bar Code is optional.

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 Work Order Database Interface
View, Edit and Add Work Order:
1. Last step before testing. Name the work order and then
associate it with the serial number of the battery to be tested.

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 Add Work Orders to the Main Grid
1. After the Work Order is set up it can be added to the Main
Grid.
2. Click on the row associated with the C-Scan you have
connected to the battery under test under the Work Order
Column.
3. Select the Work Order you just created and click OK.
4. Your work order will now be loaded into the main Grid.
5. Make sure the C-Scan is marked as In Use ( I.U. ) and also link
the associated charger.

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 Run Test
1. With a work Order in the Grid you can now select the test you would like to
run under the Test Column by clicking on the associated cell.
2. Once the test to be run has been selected, you can click on the Record
column and select Start new test.
3. The new test will then start running if the linked charger is under computer
control (ICA and CCAs).
4. If you are running a test with a shunt the program will wait until it sees a
current to start running.
5. Notice in the example the Auto Configuration (A.C.) is selected. In this case
the program will fully set up the charger for the selected test.

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 Water Level Data
1. Water level data can also be managed through the program.
2. Can enter values manually.
3. Also works with MasterFiller, to allow automatic recording.
4. Water Level Interface is under Tools menu

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 View Reports
1. Reports are available under the Reporting menu.
2. Select from Test Reports, Work Order Reports or Battery Reports
3. Report can then be printed, saved as a PDF or as an Office
document.

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 View Graphs
1. Graphs are also available under the Reporting menu.
2. Select graph to display using selection tools.

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 Additional Features
1. Updated Manual can always be found under the Help menu.
2. Additional features:
1. Notification service: Link an email address or cell phone
number to the program to receive remote updates.
2. Custom tests: Program now supports custom tests with
auto configuration parameters. Interface is located under
Tools →Edit Custom Test Settings.
3. Combination test: A series of tests can be executed in
order. Setup combination tests under Tools → Setup
Combination Test
4. Batch Reporting: Save reports in bulk as PDFs to file.

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Contact Information

Kyle Seaton

[email protected]

+1 305 592 2272

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