ATORCH TU13 USB/Type-C 2-in-1 Multifunctional Color Tester
A comprehensive device for measuring and analyzing USB and Type-C power delivery and data.
Product Overview
The ATORCH TU13 is a versatile 2-in-1 USB/Type-C multifunctional color tester designed for comprehensive electrical measurements and analysis. It integrates advanced features for detecting and analyzing charging protocols, voltage, current, and power.
Standard Features:
- Internal core with independent AD and gravity sensing 360° automatic screen rotation.
- Fast charging protocol automatic detection.
- Fast charging protocol high voltage trigger.
- PD E-marker detection.
- Cable resistance detection.
- Type-C charging detection and protocol recognition.
- Voltage and current curve analysis.
- D+D-CC1CC2 logic curve analysis.
- High-speed voltage ripple measurement.
- Electronic level.
- Battery capacity and power detection.
- Practical functions for calculating device battery capacity.
Additional Functions (Require Expansion Accessories):
By inserting expansion accessories into the TU13 HID digital interface, additional functions can be achieved, including:
- Pulse oximetry and heart rate detection.
- Digital temperature and humidity monitoring.
- Air pressure and altitude detection.
- Air quality detection.
- Carbon dioxide concentration detection.
- Formaldehyde concentration detection.
- Digital sampling oscilloscope.
- PWM signal generator.
- Bluetooth online electrical testing.
- WiFi online electrical testing.
More expansion functions are continuously being explored and added by engineers.
Product Description
| Function | Function Parameter |
|---|---|
| Voltage range: | 0~50V |
| Current range: | 0-6.5A (instant peak 12A) |
| Power range: | 0~325W |
| Display Screen: | Full view IPS high-definition color screen |
| High voltage trigger support protocol: | QC2.0, QC3.0, ClassA/B, AFC, FCP, SCP, HISCP, VIVO5V4.5A, VIVO10V2.25A, VIVO11V4A, MTK, PD, PPS, |
| Fast charging automatic scanning detection support protocol: | APPLE, SS2P0, BC1P2, TYC, QC2A, QC2B, QC3A, QC3B, AFC, FCP, SCP, HISCP, VOOC, SVOOC, VOOC3.0, VOOC4.0, VIVO, VOVO2(Z3 27W), VOVO3(IQOO 44W), MTK, PPS, PD3/PD2. |
Panel Introduction
The device features multiple ports and a color screen for displaying measurements and settings.
Ports:
- Type-C IN/OUT: For power input or output via Type-C.
- USB OUT/IN: For power input or output via USB-A.
- HID Computer Online Port: For connecting to a PC.
Screen Display: The main screen shows real-time data including VBUS (Voltage ⚡), IBUS (Current ⚡), Power (W ?), and protocol information. It also displays PD Mode (e.g., [N/A] Apple 2.4A, DCP 1.5A) and CC1/CC2 voltage values.
Buttons:
- M/OK Key ✅: Used for confirmation and summoning menus.
- Return Key ↩️: Used to return to previous menus or summon the function menu.
- '+' key ➕ and '-' key ➖: Used for navigation and adjustments.
Other Components:
- Transparent protective cover: Protects the device.
The screen interface includes icons for various functions such as Settings ⚙️, Type-C detector ?, Protocol trigger ?, Protocol detector ?, Capacity detector ?, Capacity calculate ?, Curves ?, Voltage ripple 〰️, and Level ?.
Main Interface and Functions
The main interface displays key electrical parameters and provides access to various testing functions.
Key Instructions:
Use the Return Key ↩️ to summon the function menu. Press the "M/OK" key ✅ to confirm selections. Use the '+' ➕ and '-' ➖ keys to switch pages/menus. Other keys have special instructions as detailed in specific function sections.
Basic Default Functions:
The main screen displays real-time VBUS (Voltage ⚡), IBUS (Current ⚡), and Power (W ?). It also shows protocol details like PD Mode, Apple 2.4A, DCP 1.5A, and CC1/CC2 voltages.
Settings Menu:
- 01 Language: Supports 简体中文 and English.
- 02 Working Light: Adjusts screen brightness.
- 03 Standby Light: Controls standby indicator light.
- 04 Standby Time: Sets screen timeout duration.
- 05 Standby Style: Selects screen standby appearance.
- 06 Zero No-Load I: Calibrates zero current when no load is present.
Capacity Calculation (Cap_Calculate):
Displays detection time (Tin), Capacity (Cap), Energy (Ele), Battery Voltage (Bat_Vol), and Conversion Efficiency (Con_Eff). It allows calculation of capacity values based on user-set voltage and efficiency. Supports storing up to 10 sets of data.
Detailed Function Interfaces:
- 3.1 Main interface: Displays voltage ⚡, current ⚡, power ?, and fast charging protocol status. Can insert an external temperature probe.
- 3.2 Protocol trigger: Allows selection and testing of fast charging protocols like Power Delivery, QC2.0, QC3.0, and FCP.
- 3.3 Pro Detector: Performs automatic scanning and detection of various charging protocols including APPLE, QC, AFC, FCP, SCP, VOOC, PD, and MTK.
- 3.4 Battery capacity/Energy detection: Detects and displays battery capacity (Ah ?) and energy (Wh ?). Supports clearing data by long-pressing a button.
- 3.5 Battery capacity calculation: Enables calculation of battery capacity by setting voltage and efficiency parameters.
- 3.6 D+ D- Voltage/Current Curves: Displays real-time D+ and D- line voltage ⚡ and current ⚡ curves ?.
- 3.7 High speed voltage ripple curve: Visualizes the high-speed voltage ripple 〰️.
- 3.8 Level: Functions as an electronic level tester ?.
- 3.9 Background: Accesses system settings ⚙️ for configuration.
Introduction to Extended Function Interface
The TU13 can expand its functionality by connecting various optional modules via the HID interface.
Attention: The following functions require purchasing expansion accessories.
Available Modules and Functions:
- PWM generator: Can achieve PWM signal output for circuit testing ⚙️.
- Oscilloscope: Provides digital oscilloscope functionality for signal analysis 〰️.
- Bluetooth: Enables online data exchange with a mobile app ?.
- WiFi: Enables online data exchange with a mobile app ?.
- Pulse blood oxygen: Measures heart rate ❤️ and blood oxygen levels.
- Thermo-hygrometer: Measures temperature ?️ and humidity.
- Pressure Altitude: Measures atmospheric pressure ⛰️ and altitude.
- Air quality: Detects TVOC and CO2 levels ?.
- Formaldehyde: Detects formaldehyde concentration ?.
- Line Res (Internal resistance of cables): Measures the internal resistance of cables ?.
The device screen displays icons representing these modules when connected.
Extension Module or Sensor Description
These extension accessories need to be purchased separately.
| Accessory Name | Functional Interface | Accessory Name | Functional Interface |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH20 formaldehyde digital sensor | Detects formaldehyde concentration ?. | WiFi IoT digital communication module | Online data exchange with mobile app ?. |
| TOVC/CO2 carbon dioxide Air Quality 2-in-1 digital sensor | Detects TVOC and CO2 levels ?. | Bluetooth IoT digital communication module | Online data exchange with mobile app ?. |
| Altitude/air pressure/temperature/humidity 4-in-1 digital sensor | Measures altitude ⛰️, air pressure, temperature ?️, and humidity. | Temperature sensor | Measures temperature ?️. |
| Digital Oscilloscope and PWM Pulse Signal Generator 2-in-1 sampling signal line | Provides oscilloscope 〰️ and PWM signal generation ⚙️ functions. |
Combined Functions with Extended Accessories
The TU13, combined with extended accessories, offers a wide array of functionalities:
- Battery capacity calculation ?
- Air quality ?
- Battery capacity ?
- PD E-marker ?
- Level ?
- Fast charging protocol high voltage trigger ?
- Computer upper online ?
- Formaldehyde concentration ?
- Cable resistance ?
- WiFi networking ?
- Bluetooth connection ?
- High speed voltage ripple 〰️
- Type-C charging detection ?
- Atmospheric pressure altitude ⛰️
- PWM signal generator ⚙️
- Voltage-current curve ?
- Pulse, blood pressure, heart rate ❤️
- Digital Sampling Oscilloscope 〰️
- Temperature and humidity ?️
The device features a multi-port design for versatile use.
Computer Online Function
The TU13 can connect to a PC via a USB cable to utilize powerful software for enhanced measurement and control.
Powerful PC Software APP:
- Connect to the HID data interface of TU13 through a USB cable.
- The computer automatically recognizes the HID protocol.
- Install the upper computer software (supports Win7 and Win10 systems).
- Achieve rich curve functions, data measurement, and online control of TU13.
- Generate curve screenshots, control settings, and export data.
- Firmware can be upgraded for free through the computer.
The PC software displays real-time charts, voltage ⚡, current ⚡, and power ? data, along with protocol information.
Specialized Detections
PD E-Marker Data Cable Detection:
Supports reading data from PD E-Marker ? and cables, detecting parameters such as voltage ⚡ and current ⚡.
Cable internal resistance measurement: Uses a pressure difference method for measurement, effective with constant current loads to test cable internal resistance ?.
The device displays PD E-marker information (Type, Scheme, Length, Voltage, Current, Hardware/Software version) and Line Resistance (Line Res) with voltage ⚡ and current ⚡ readings.
Gravity Sensing Function 360° Rotation:
The TU13 core integrates a gravity sensing sensor. The display interface automatically rotates 360 degrees ?, allowing convenient viewing from any direction. This feature can be toggled on or off in system settings ⚙️.
Mobile App Connectivity
Expand accessory functionality by connecting a Bluetooth IoT digital communication module ? to the TU13 for mobile app integration.
Mobile remote wireless control and measurement function:
- Apple phone: Search for "E_test" in the app store, install, and connect via Bluetooth ? to "TU13_SLE". This enables remote control settings and measurement functions, allowing users to check charging status, voltage ⚡, current ⚡, and power ? curves ?.
- Android phone: Scan the QR code ? to download the APP software. After installation, connect via Bluetooth ? to "TU13_SLE" for online use.
The mobile app interface displays real-time voltage ⚡, current ⚡, power ?, capacity ?, and other data, along with graphical representations ?.
Advanced Settings and Features
PD Protocol Gear Toggle Switch:
The device features a toggle switch for PD protocol modes:
- CON gear: Direct connection mode before/after PD protocol. Requires output to be connected to the device to adjust voltage/power. The meter may not operate if the PD protocol charger is not connected.
- CC1/CC2 gear: PD protocol controlled by the chip. Output should not be connected to avoid risks during protocol detection and high voltage. Used for Type-C female inputs to ensure normal protocol communication.
Bidirectional Current Detection:
The ATORCH TU13 chip integrates a bidirectional current detection sensor to accurately measure current values ⚡ whether used with a charger or a mobile phone. It can also check self-consumption current and be calibrated to zero via the settings menu ⚙️.
The device can display "Reverse Current" and "Forward Current" measurements.
Background Setting:
ATORCH Technology has refined the system settings based on user feedback and technical experience.
Access system settings ⚙️ by pressing the back button ↩️ to return to the menu, then navigate to "System" using the left/right buttons. Press M/OK ✅ to enter the interface.
System Settings include:
- Language: 简体中文, English.
- Working Light: Adjusts screen brightness (e.g., 9).
- Standby Light: Controls standby indicator.
- Standby Time: Sets screen timeout (e.g., 60s).
- Standby Style: Selects screen appearance.
- Zero No-Load I: Calibrates zero current (e.g., 0.04022A OFF/ON).
- Minimum Current: Sets minimum current threshold.
- Voltage Adjust: Adjusts voltage readings (e.g., 5.00000V ⚡).
- Current Adjust: Adjusts current readings (e.g., 2.00000A ⚡).
- CPU_T Adjust: Adjusts CPU temperature readings (e.g., 32.00°C ?️).
- Default Setting: Resets to default configuration.
- All Data Zero: Clears all stored data.
- Gravity Switch: Toggles the gravity sensing rotation ? (ON/OFF).
- Protocol Tips: Displays protocol information ? (ON/OFF).
