PowerVisa TM USER’S GUIDE DRANETZ - BMI 1000 New Durham Road Edison, New Jersey 08818-4019
WARNING Death, serious injury, or fire hazard could result from improper connection of this instrument. Read and understand this manual before connecting this instrument. Follow all installation and operating instructions while using this instrument. Connection of this instrument must be performed in compliance with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/ NFPA 70-2005) of USA and any additional safety requirements applicable to your installation.
ADVERTENCIA Una conexión incorrecta de este instrumento puede producir la muerte, lesiones graves y riesgo de incendio. Lea y entienda este manual antes de conectar. Observe todas las instrucciones de instalación y operación durante el uso de este instrumento. La conexión de este instrumento debe ser hecha de acuerdo con las normas del Código Eléctrico Nacional (ANSI/NFPA 70-2005) de EE. UU., además de cualquier otra norma de seguridad correspondiente a su establecimiento.
Safety Summary Definitions WARNING statements inform the user that certain conditions or practices could result in loss of life or physical harm. CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could harm the PowerVisa, its data, other equipment, or property. NOTE statements call attention to specific information.
Safety Summary, Continued Définitions Les messages d’AVERTISSEMENT préviennent l’utilisateur que certaines conditions ou pratiques pourraient entraîner la mort ou des lésions corporelles. Les messages de MISE EN GARDE signalent des conditions ou pratiques susceptibles d’endommager “PowerVisa”, ses données, d’autres équipements ou biens matériels. Les messages NOTA attirent l’attention sur certains renseignements spécifiques.
Safety Summary, Continued Safety precautions The following safety precautions must be followed whenever any type of voltage or current connection is being made to the PowerVisa. • Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment, including safety glasses and insulated gloves when making connections to power circuits. • Hands, shoes and floor must be dry when making any connection to a power line. • Before each use, inspect all cables for breaks or cracks in the insulation. Replace immediately if defective.
Statements and Notices Statement of warranty All products of Dranetz-BMI are warranted to the original purchaser against defective material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. DranetzBMI will repair or replace, at its option, all defective equipment that is returned, freight prepaid, during the warranty period. There will be no charge for repair provided there is no evidence that the equipment has been mishandled or abused.
Statements and Notices, Continued Copyright This publication is protected under the Copyright laws of the United States, Title 17 et seq. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language or computer language, in any form, by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Dranetz-BMI, 1000 New Durham Road, Edison, New Jersey 08818.
Table of Contents Safety Summary .................................................................................................................... Statements and Notices.......................................................................................................... iv vii CHAPTER 1 - Getting Started Overview ............................................................................................................................... Unpacking the PowerVisa ...................................
Table of Contents, Continued CHAPTER 4 - Instrument Settings Overview ............................................................................................................................... Access Instrument Settings Menu ......................................................................................... Time and Date Settings.......................................................................................................... Select Language...............................................
Table of Contents, Continued RMS Variation Limit............................................................................................................. Waveform Capture ................................................................................................................ Characterizer Options ............................................................................................................ Journal Limit................................................................................
Table of Contents, Continued APPENDIX A - Optional Accessories Overview ............................................................................................................................... Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions........................................................................... Software Accessories List ..................................................................................................... A-1 A-2 A-8 APPENDIX B - Technical Specifications Overview ......
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C H A P T E R 1 Getting Started Overview PowerVisa description The Dranetz-BMI PowerVisaTM is a portable, hand-held, eight-channel power quality meter/monitor. This cutting-edge power quality instrument is designed with a color liquid crystal display (LCD) 1/4 VGA, using touch screen technology. It can monitor, record and display data on four voltage channels and four current channels simultaneously.
Overview, continued In this chapter The following topics are covered in this chapter.
CH 1/ Getting Started Unpacking the PowerVisa Introduction For maximum protection against possible shipping damage, the PowerVisa has been sealed in a two-piece, plastic suspension pack, enclosed within a durable shipping carton. After opening the carton, inspect the contents for possible shipping damage and check the carton inventory. Unpacking Unpack the PowerVisa from the carton as follows: Step Shipping damage inspection Action 1 Remove any remaining literature inside the top of the carton.
Standard Accessories Standard Accessories Standard accessories The following table lists the PowerVisa's standard accessories. Description Cable Set Easel AC Adapter *US Power Cord *European Power Cord *United Kingdom Power Cord *Australian Power Cord Notice: Charge Battery *User specified, one standard only.
CH 1/ Getting Started PowerVisa Controls, Indicators, and Connectors Dimensions PowerVisa is a self-contained, portable instrument weighing less than 4 pounds and measuring 8" (20.3 cm) deep by 12" (30.5 cm) wide by 2.5" (6.4 cm) high. This section identifies and describes the controls, indicators, and connectors on all panels of the PowerVisa shown with rubber boot installed.
PowerVisa Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continued Top and Side views The top (circuit connection) view features the input voltage and current connectors. The left side contains the optical interface port. The right side contains the AC adapter input connector. Both sides have rings for attaching the supplied carrying strap. See below for descriptions of the top and side connectors.
CH 1/ Getting Started Front view The front view primarily shows the color touch screen LCD. See below for descriptions of the PowerVisa front panel. 1 Parts table Part 2 Function 1 Mainframe Protective Rubber Boot Enclosure 2 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Provides 3.75 x 4.75 inches display consisting of 1/4 VGA size screen of text and graphic information. The color LCD is equipped with touch screen technology, operable using the finger and/or PDA stylus.
PowerVisa Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continued Bottom view The bottom view features two slots. Either slot can be used to hold the data card. NOTE: Use only one card slot (one data card) at a time. The additional slot will be used for future communications options. The bottom also features LED indicators and the On/Off power button. See below for descriptions of the slots, indicators, and button. 1 SLOT 1 SLOT 2 2 Parts table 1-8 Part 3 4 5 6 Function 1 Slot 1.
CH 1/ Getting Started Rear view The rear view shows the battery compartment and the easel studs to mount the unit to desired angular position for use on a flat surface or to hang from a panel.
Upgrading Firmware from a Data Card Upgrading Firmware from a Data Card PowerVisa firmware web upgrade Users can upgrade the PowerVisa internal program by downloading the latest firmware update release from the web and installing it into the PowerVisa internal memory. Refer to the instructions below on how to upgrade the PowerVisa firmware. Firmware upgrades for the PowerVisa can be downloaded from the DranetzBMI website. Log on to www.dranetz-bmi.
CH 1/ Getting Started Install data card The procedure below specifies how to install the data card containing the latest to PowerVisa firmware upgrade to the PowerVisa. Step Action 1 Make sure that the unit is off. If not, press the PowerVisa On/Off power button to turn unit off. 2 Remove the data card from its protective holder and check that the plug end of card is clean and free of any obstruction.
PowerVisa Features PowerVisa Features Touch screen function All PowerVisa functions described below are operable using a color LCD touch screen technology. Users may use a finger and/or a PDA stylus to apply pressure to the LCD screen to result in touch screen recognition. The touch screen display is also workable with lineman gloves on. Touch screen buttons will appear in reverse-video to show visual feedback of contact along with audible feedback.
CH 1/ Getting Started Monitoring capacity The PowerVisa can monitor the following power configurations: • Single Phase • 3 Phase 2-Watt Meter Delta • Split Phase • Generic • 3 Phase Delta • 2 1/2 Element without VB • 3 Phase Wye • 2 1/2 Element without VC While monitoring any of the above configurations, the PowerVisa can also be connected to monitor neutral to ground voltage and neutral or ground current.
Basic Operation Basic Operation Introduction The normal power source for the PowerVisa is its internal battery pack. The AC Adapter/Battery Charger is used to charge the battery. Always charge the battery fully before use. The PowerVisa will always operate on the charger and is designed to do so, regardless of the state of charge of the battery. Battery pack Type: Sealed, rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) cells.
CH 1/ Getting Started Power on sequence Follow these steps to turn on the PowerVisa and display the Home screen. Step Action 1 Connect ac adapter/battery charger plug into the right side of PowerVisa. 2 Plug the ac adapter into an ac power source. 3 Press the PowerVisa On/Off power button to turn the unit on. Result: The Home screen will be displayed. PVISA001 Home screen features Home screen is frequently referenced as the starting point for all major functionalities of the PowerVisa.
Basic Operation, continued Home screen icons Home screen contains the following icons used to access various PowerVisa functions: Scope - Scope mode shows real-time voltage and current waveforms of the signals on the measuring inputs. See Chapter 3 View Real Time Data - Section A Scope Mode. Meter - Meter mode displays voltage and current measurements, along with other calculated parameters. See Chapter 3 View Real Time Data - Section B Meter Mode.
C H A P T E R 2 Voltage Measurement Cable and Current Probe Connections Overview Introduction This section describes how to connect the PowerVisa to make basic single phase voltage measurements. For multi-phase connection diagrams, refer to Appendix E. In this chapter The following topics are covered in this chapter.
Overview, continued ADVERTENCIA Una conexión incorrecta de este instrumento puede producir la muerte, lesiones graves y riesgo de incendio. Lea y entienda este manual antes de conectar. Observe todas las instrucciones de instalación y operación durante el uso de este instrumento. La conexión de este instrumento debe ser hecha de acuerdo con las normas del Código Eléctrico Nacional (ANSI/NFPA 70-2005) de EE. UU., además de cualquier otra norma de seguridad correspondiente a su establecimiento.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Safety precautions The following safety precautions must be followed whenever any type of voltage or current connection is being made to the PowerVisa. • Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment, including safety glasses and insulated gloves when making connections to power circuits. • Hands, shoes and floor must be dry when making any connection to a power line. • Before each use, inspect all cables for breaks or cracks in the insulation.
Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables Measurement cable set Description: Voltage measurement cables are provided as standard accessories and are stored in a cable pouch as part of the measurement cable set, P/N 116042-G3. Each cable set consists of a cable and alligator clip. Voltage Rating: Direct connection of all voltage measurement cables are rated at 600 Vrms max. For measuring voltages greater than 600 Vrms, potential transformers (PTs) must be used.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Measurement cable set with optional fuse diagram OPTIONAL NOTE: 2 FT CABLE INCLUDED WITH FUSE VOLTAGE ADAPTER FUSE VOLTAGE ADAPTER OPTIONAL FUSE VOLTAGE ADAPTER OPTIONAL FUSE VOLTAGE ADAPTER OPTIONAL FUSE VOLTAGE ADAPTER PX5-11.vsd WARNING To avoid the risk of electric shock or burns, always connect the safety (or earth) ground before making any other connections.
Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables, continued Connection guidelines Follow these guidelines when making voltage connections. • Refer to the measurement cable set figure for color coding of probes that connect to input channel connectors A, B, C, and D. • Each channel input has plus (+) and minus (-) differential inputs of 1 to 600 Vrms max. Example: Single The following figure shows a voltage connection to a single phase circuit for channel phase A. connection PX5-12.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Example: Neutral to ground connection The following figure shows a voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Connections are identical for split phase and wye configurations. One probe connects the source neutral line to the D+ input. Another probe connects the ground to the D- input. PX5-13.
Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables, continued Safety precautions The following safety precautions apply to current probe connections in addition to those safety precautions stated on page 2-3. • DO NOT attempt to measure current in any circuit in which the circuit to ground voltage exceeds the insulation rating of the current probe (600 Vrms max). • Make sure the jaws of the current probe are tightly closed. Keep mating surfaces clean and free from foreign matter.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Connecting Current Probes Current probes Several Dranetz-BMI current probes can be used with the PowerVisa. Typical current probes are illustrated on page 2-10. Refer to Appendix A for descriptions and part numbers of probes and adapter cables. Refer to Appendix B for specifications of current probe models TR2500 and TR2510. NOTE: The TR2500 can perform all current measurements except high frequency transient detection.
Connecting Current Probes, continued Typical current probes 4300 TO LEMFLEX CURRENT PROBE A DA PTER CABLE 116310-G1 PX5-14.vsd NOTE: Current probes TR2500 can be used interchangeably with TR2500A, TR2510 with TR2510A, and TR2520 with TR2520A.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Typical current probes (continued) Actual photos of TR series probes and part numbers are shown below to aid users in probe identification. Contact Dranetz-BMI Customer Service Department for more information on current probes, pricing and availability.
Connecting Current Probes, continued Single phase current probe connection example The following figure shows how to connect a current probe to channel A for current monitoring of a single phase line. The current probe may be connected to the return line if desired to measure the return current when checking for load current leakage, loop current relationships, etc. If measuring power, position the probe with the arrow pointing towards the load. PX5-15.
C H A P T E R 3 View Real Time Data Overview Introduction The PowerVisa allows users to view power quality phenomena as it happens, when it happens. The instrument is able to capture and process data in real time, and allows users to view it in Scope mode, Meter mode, Harmonics, and Phasor display. Access to real time data Icons for Scope mode, Meter mode, Harmonics and Phasor display are available in the Home screen. Follow these steps to display the Home screen. Action... Result...
Overview Section A Scope Mode Overview Introduction Scope mode allows you to view real-time voltage and current waveforms for up to eight channels simultaneously. Scope mode screen The Scope mode screen can be displayed by pressing the Scope key on the Home screen. Display one cycle of selected waveforms which are scaled relative to the largest peak value. V & I are scaled separately.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Turning Channels On/Off Select channels to display From the Scope mode screen, press Chan to turn Volts/Amps channel selection on/off. MARK202 Any of the following will turn channels on/off: • Press the desired Volts/Amps channel to turn it on/off. • Press Volts or Amps button to turn on/off all channels of that parameter. • Press A, B, C, D to turn on/off both the Volts and Amps for that channel. Press OK to accept channel selection.
Checking Input Range Checking Input Range Input range The Input Range screen is displayed by pressing the CkRng key on the Scope mode screen. Input Range shows the detected range for all channels. The number after the status shows the percentage of the input of the instrument’s full range. MARK205 The input range can only be viewed, not changed. Press OK when done viewing the input range. Input range description The following table describes the messages that may register on the Input Range screen.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Section B Meter Mode Overview Introduction Meter mode allows you to view real-time meter data. The metered parameters available are logically separated into Standard and Distortion tabs. Meter screens are displayed in tabular form. NOTE: Meter mode operation does not interfere with any of PowerVisa’s other monitoring or recording functions. The individual voltage and current channel meter readings are not affected by the monitoring setup.
Standard Meter Tab Standard Meter Tab Standard meter list Meter mode can be displayed by pressing the Meter icon on the Home screen. At startup, meter mode defaults in the Standard tab featuring the basic power quality parameters available. The standard metering properties include Voltage, Computed Basic, Power, Demand, Energy, Harmonics and Flicker as shown below.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Standard meter list (continued) Standard Tab Demand Parameter Name Label Active Power Demand Active Power Demand Apparent Power Demand Apparent Power Demand Reactive Power Demand Reactive Power Demand RMS Current Demand Phase A RMS Current Demand Ph A RMS Current Demand Phase B RMS Current Demand Ph B RMS Current Demand Phase C RMS Current Demand Ph C RMS Current Demand Average RMS Current Demand Avg Energy Watt Hours (for A, B, C, D, Volts Ampere Hours Total) Vo
Distortion Meter Tab Distortion Meter Tab Distortion meter The PowerVisa is able to meter distortions or uncharacteristic changes in the waveform list of original signals. Distortion calculations measure the deviation of complex waveshapes from pure sine waves. Harmonics are measured in accordance with IEC 61000-4-7 Class I.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Distortion meter list (continued) Distortion Tab Parameter Name TIF Voltage Telephone Influence Factor (for A, B, C, D) Fundamental Label V TIF fund Current Telephone Influence Factor Fundamental I TIF fund Voltage Telephone Influence Factor RMS V TIF RMS Current Telephone Influence Factor RMS I TIF RMS Telephone Influence Factor Product TIF Prod Crest Factor Voltage Crest Factor (for A, B, C, D) Current Crest Factor Volts Crest Factor Power Signed Phase Harmonic Po
Overview Section C Harmonics Overview Harmonics display The PowerVisa allows users to view voltage and current harmonics/interharmonics in graphical or in list form. Harmonics are waveform distortion, a steady-state deviation from an ideal power frequency sinusoid and is characterized by the spectral content of the waveform. Interharmonics are frequency components between the harmonic frequencies.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Harmonic Graph Harmonic graph The harmonic graph can be displayed by pressing Harmonics on the Home screen. The display screen defaults to a graphical spectrum display, although users have the option to choose between the graph and list form. The screen will show a spectral graph featuring the amplitude of the harmonics relative to the fundamental frequency. Use the properties under the Options button to select the vertical and horizontal measurement scale.
Harmonic Detail Harmonic Detail The PowerVisa allows users to determine the numbers or the range of harmonic frequencies to trend. A blue box showing the default zoomed area appears once the Detail button is pressed. Touch any side of the zoom box to activate the drag function. Touch and drag the sides of the zoom box to expand or narrow in on a select number of harmonic/interharmonic graphs. The zoom box moves horizontally only. The vertical scale will autoscale when zoomed.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Harmonic Options Harmonic/ Interharmonic data plots The voltage and current harmonics and/or interharmonics for each phase channel can be trended using the Options button. The properties specified under Harmonic Options apply when harmonic/interharmonic data is viewed in either graph or list form. Properties under Show Harmonics... pertain to both the graph and the list, and determine how the harmonics and interharmonics are used. If Show Harmonics...
Harmonic Options, continued Harmonic/ Interharmonic data plots (continued) Harmonic Computation for 60 Hz 3.0% 2.5% 2.0% 1.5% 1.0% 0.5% 0.0% … 160 165 170 175 180 185 190 3rd harmonic + 2 adjacent interharmonics 195 200 205 210 215 220 225 230 235 240 245 250 … 4th harmonic + 2 adjacent interharmonics Properties under Graph Units pertain to the way the graph (not the list) is labelled.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Harmonic List Harmonic text display To view the harmonics magnitude text display, press List from the Harmonic graph screen on page 3-11. The harmonic parameters displayed on list include: (from leftmost column) the harmonic/interharmonic frequency in Hz, frequency in number, voltage rms or maximum load of current (depending on parameter selected), percent amplitude of harmonics, and harmonic phase angle value.
Overview Section D Voltage and Current Phasor Overview Phasor display The phasor screen displays a graph that indicates the phase relations between the voltage and current based upon the angles of the fundamentals, as determined by Fourier analysis. Phasor screen shows eight phasors autoscaled with zero degrees to the right (normally channel A voltage) for clockwise rotation and with synchronized channels.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Phasor Screen Phasor screen display The Phasor screen is displayed by pressing Phasor on the Home screen. The Phasor screen shows eight phasors autoscaled with zero degree to the right for clockwise rotation and with synchronized channels. The left sidebar shows rms values for Volts/Amps for channels A, B, C and D; zero, positive and negative values for Volts/Amps; zero, positive and negative sequence component values for Volts/Amps.
Phasor Rotation Phasor Rotation Animated phasor rotation Graphic illustration in the form of rotating phasors relative to the sine wave graph of a four wire wye circuit is available by pressing the Demo button on the Phasor screen (see page 3-17). The Demo button will be replaced by Start/Stop once phasor rotation has been viewed. Press Start to replay animated phasor rotation. Users can choose to Stop the phasor demo rotation at any time.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Sample 3-Phase, three wire delta rotation (continued) The following diagrams describe the positive phase rotation of voltage and current phasors (for Resistive, Inductive and Capacitive loads) for a three phase, three wire delta connection. An arrow head on the line indicates direction pointing toward the load.
Phasor Parameter/Channel Selection Phasor Parameter/Channel Selection The Parameter/Channel selection screen is displayed by pressing Chan on the phasor Parameter/ Channel display Demo screen. Depending on the phases being monitored, up to four channels may be displayed at any one time for either Volts or Amps, or a single channel for both Volts and Amps. MARK245 Press to enable/disable the parameter/channel for display in the animated phasor rotation.
C H A P T E R 4 Instrument Settings Overview Introduction This chapter describes the miscellaneous tasks that users can perform to keep the PowerVisa running efficiently. These are tasks that users might perform only occasionally. In this chapter The following topics are covered in this chapter.
Access Instrument Settings Menu Access Instrument Settings Menu Preferences menu screen All functions in this chapter are found under the Instrument Settings menu. Follow these steps to display the Instrument Settings menu screen. Action... Result... STEP 1: Press the PowerVisa On/ Off power button to turn the unit on. The Home screen will be displayed. PVISA001 STEP 2: Press Preferences. The Instrument Settings Setup Menu will be displayed.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Time and Date Settings Time and Date display Users have the option not only to set the exact time and date, but also to select the format of how time and date will appear on screen. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Time and Date. • Press Time if you want to change the time settings. Proceed to Step 2 on page 4-4. • Press Date if you want to change the date settings. Proceed to Step 3 on page 4-4.
Time and Date Settings, continued Time and Date Display (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Press the field representing hours, minutes, and seconds to change time settings. Use the numeric keypad to enter new time settings. Time should be entered in a 24-hour format (example: 16:00:00 for 4:00 PM). • Press OK to accept changes in time settings. • Press Cancel to discard changes in time settings. VISA153 NOTE: Clock time and format can be changed anytime following this same procedure.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Select Language Select Language The PowerVisa menu screens appear in the English language by default. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Language. • Check to select the desired language in which you want display screens to appear. • Press OK to accept language selection. The screen will return to Instrument Settings menu. • Press Cancel to retain present language.
Set Display Preferences Set Display Preferences LCD settings User programmable settings for the LCD screen include the backlight timer, contrast, password protect, parameter/channel colors, and touch screen calibration. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Display Preferences. • Automatic backlight shutoff timer is provided for the LCD display. Press Backlight Timer to automatically turn off backlight after 1, 2, 5, 10 or 15 minutes of no user activity.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Touch Screen Calibration Calibration procedure The PowerVisa is able to perform calibration to ensure the proper operation of the unit’s touch screen functionalities. The calibration procedure will correct the problem of out of tolerance touch screen malfunction. Note that errors corrected by this calibration procedure are specific only to touch screen operation. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Display Setup Menu (see page 4-6) screen, press Calibrate Touch Screen.
Touch Screen Calibration, continued Calibration procedure (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Once touch screen calibration is done, a message will appear to indicate Touch screen was successfully calibrated. • Press OK to continue on with calibration test verification. Proceed to Step 3. MARK167 STEP 3: Test if touch screen recognition operates properly by applying pressure on the LCD screen. • Press Clear to reset LCD screen and delete display markings.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Turn Threshold Beeper On/Off Audible alarm When set to ON, the unit will beep when threshold limits are crossed and other event triggers occur. The beep that provides audible feedback to pressing touch screen key is not affected by this setting. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Turn Beeper On/Off. • The unit can provide audible alarm signals when triggered. Press Threshold Beeper to turn the alarm On or Off.
Communications Communications Communication Communications Settings is where instrument-specific information is entered to allow interface setup the PowerVisa to communicate to external devices using the optional Isolated Communications Module assemblies or modem (see related information on Chapter 9 Downloading Events). Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Communications. • Press Enable Communications to activate/deactivate the communications port.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Communication interface setup (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Entering the correct IP address settings will enable the PowerVisa to communicate with the network. Prior to entering the IP setttings, make sure that the PowerVisa is connected to the computer network via the Fiber optic to Ethernet Adapter (P/N COMMOEA). After you have determined the proper IP address and settings, proceed as follows: MARK159b • Type in your Ethernet IP Adress in the appropriate fields.
Data Card Data Card Format/View data card The Memory Card screen displays information on the card inserted in the data card slot, including the amount of total space, available space, and used space in card. The Memory Card screen also prompts users to set filename and format card in preparation for monitoring and writing of data. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Memory Card.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Format/View data card (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: All data and setups stored in data card will be lost when you format the card. • A confirmation message verifies whether you want to continue with data card format or not. Press Yes to continue data card format. Press No to cancel data card format. • The message Format Successful! indicates that data card format has been completed. Press OK to exit card format procedure and return to the Memory Card screen.
Reset to Factory Configuration Reset to Factory Configuration Definition Factory configurations are the default settings of all programmable features of the PowerVisa as it left the factory. Procedure Follow these steps to reset the PowerVisa to its factory configuration. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Reset to Factory Defaults.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Factory default settings Dranetz-BMI has set the default values for the various parameters of the PowerVisa.
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C H A P T E R 5 Start Menu Overview Start menu options The Start Menu allows users to perform the following: set up the PowerVisa for monitoring of an electrical system, load previously saved setups from card, and load data from card. There are three ways to set up the instrument for monitoring. The length of time to monitor a circuit can vary from a few hours to a few weeks depending on the user application.
Overview, continued Displaying Start Follow these steps to display the Start Menu. Menu Action... Result... STEP 1: Press the PowerVisa On/ Off power button to turn the unit on. The Home screen will be displayed. PVISA001 STEP 2: Press Start/Setup. The Start Menu will be displayed.
CH 5/ Start Menu Section A Automatic Setup Overview Automatic Setup Automatic Setup is a one-stop process using pre-defined settings to set the unit procedure automatically. Users have the option to view the list of parameter settings, change probe types if current will be monitored, and/or proceed directly with data monitoring. Follow these steps to perform Automatic Setup. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Start Menu, press Automatic Setup.
Overview, continued Automatic Setup procedure (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: Summary displays the list of auto-configured parameter settings for auto setup. The setup summary is available for review before, during and after monitoring. • Press Up/Down arrow keys to scroll the page up or down by one line. • Press and drag the scroll bar to move the page up or down. • When done reviewing the Setup Summary, press Exit. The screen will return to AutoConfig.
CH 5/ Start Menu Automatic Setup procedure (continued) Action... Result... STEP 5: Select your desired probe type. NOTE: Use the same probes for the following: TR2500 for TR2500A, TR2510 for TR2510A, TR2520 for TR2520A. • If the current probe that you are using is not on the list, select Other. Then press Scale to define the CT scale factor on the current probe. Proceed to Step 6. • Press OK to accept probe selection and monitor current.
Overview Section B Wizard Setup Overview Introduction Wizard Setup guides the user through the circuit setup step-by-step, via a series of screens prompting for information about the circuit to be monitored. The unit automatically turns on the correct channels, sets the parameter thresholds and waveform capture settings depending on the detected circuit type, nominal voltage and current values, and monitoring mode specified by the user.
CH 5/ Start Menu Monitoring modes (continued) EN50160 Power Quality: EN50160 monitors and reports Quality of Supply (QOS) compliance as specified by the EN standard. The seven parameters required by EN50160 to determine QOS compliance are: Power Frequency, Supply Voltage Variations, Flicker, Supply Voltage Unbalance, Harmonic Voltage, Interharmonic Voltage, and Mains Signalling. A full discussion on EN50160 is found on Chapter 8 Reports. In this section The following topics are covered in this section.
Current Probe Selection Current Probe Selection Selecting current probe Follow these steps to monitor current and select probe type. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Start Menu, press Setup new circuit. • If current will not be monitored, press Next. Go to page 5-10. • If current will be monitored, press Change to display the probe types available for each channel. Proceed to Step 2. • If using identical probe type for all channels, press to enable Set Identical.
CH 5/ Start Menu Selecting current probe (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: (continued) • Press OK to accept probe selection and monitor current. • Press Cancel to retain previous probe settings and return to previous screen. STEP 3: You need to set the CT scale factor when using a current probe that is not on the list. Pressing Scale will show the numeric window to enter the CT scale factor on the current probe. Use the keypad to set the CT scale factor.
Scale Factor Setup Scale Factor Setup What is a scale factor? A scale factor is the ratio of the input to output for a particular current transformer (CT) or potential transformer (PT). A scale factor is entered in the unit and then multiplied automatically by the measured voltage or current so the unit displays the correct values, as referenced to the primary side, rather than the secondary side of the PT or CT.
CH 5/ Start Menu Scale factor setup screen After setting up current probe configurations, the Scale Factor screen is displayed. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Current Probe Selection screen, press Next to display the Scale Factor Setup. • If voltage and current connections are made without using any current or potential transformer devices, the scale factor is set to the default value of 1. Press Next and go to page 5-11.
Circuit Type Selection Circuit Type Selection Circuit setup The PowerVisa is able to display wiring diagrams from which users can select the circuit type appropriate to their application. The instrument will display the detected circuit configuration and compare the detected voltages, currents, and phase sequence (if applicable) to the selected circuit type. Refer to Appendix E for the descriptions of common circuit connections. Action... Result...
CH 5/ Start Menu Circuit Setup (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Scope mode allows users to verify if waveforms look correct for the specified wiring setup. • To check input range, press CkRng. The Input Range screen displays the detected range for voltage and current channels A, B, C, and D.
Nominal Values Nominal Values Frequency, voltage and current settings The Nominal Values screen allows users to enter values for frequency nominal line voltage and current, or use the computed nominal values displayed on screen. Action... Result... STEP 1: Nominal Values screen appears as users prepare the instrument to record data. From the Circuit Type Selection screen, press Next to display Nominal Values. • If the computed nominal values are accepted without change, press Next. Go to page 5-16.
CH 5/ Start Menu Frequency, voltage and current settings (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: Tracking allows users to set parameters to monitor changes in frequency. Voltage Class: Check to select the power system that define the voltage range of distribution of the monitored system. • Standard voltage range is 16PowerVisa Hz. • Fast voltage range is 16-65 Hz. • Internal uses the nominal frequency when making measurements where no reference signal is available.
Nominal Values, continued Normal frequency synchronization (sync) of the PowerVisa analog signal processing Frequency synchronization circuits is controlled by analyzing the external AC voltage signal input on channel A. Loss of external sync causes the PowerVisa to poll other valid voltage channels (A, B, or C) for an alternate external sync. If none exists, then internal sync is automatically selected.
CH 5/ Start Menu Mode of Operation Basic meter setup After entering the correct nominal values for circuit monitoring, users have the option to set the instrument to record data or use the instrument as a meter. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Frequency Tracking screen, press Next to display the Mode of Operation. • To set up the instrument to record data, press to enable Continue and set limits to record events and statistical data. Press Next and go to page 5-18.
Monitoring Mode Monitoring Mode Choose a monitoring mode The PowerVisa provides four monitoring modes of operation from which to monitor and capture data relevant to user application. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Basic Meter screen, press Next to display the different Monitoring Mode setups. • Check to select your desired monitoring mode setup. Press Next and go to page 5-19. • Press Cancel to quit and return to Start menu.
CH 5/ Start Menu Advanced Options Advanced setup After selecting a monitoring mode, the system is now ready to begin monitoring and to options record data in card. Prior to actual monitoring, users have the option to accept the default threshold settings and proceed with monitoring, or to review and/or modify monitoring settings. Action... Result...
Site Name/Memory Card Site Name/Memory Card Where you can save data PowerVisa uses the Compact Flash data card as primary storage for data. It automatically saves data in the card when monitoring is on. The Compact Flash card must be installed in either data card Slot 1 or Slot 2 in order to record data. NOTE: Although the unit is able to detect availability of data card in either slot, Dranetz-BMI strongly recommends the use of only one card slot (one data card) at a time.
CH 5/ Start Menu Data card status Status Message messages Fragmented (continued) Data card operation Description A fragmented FAT was detected. Monitoring cannot proceed with a fragmented data card. Either change the data card or format to continue. Unformatted Data card is not formatted. Format the data card or replace with a different card to continue. Invalid Card Data card is not valid for monitoring. Change the data card to proceed.
Site Name/Memory Card, continued Data card operation (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Enter a new site/file name using the onscreen keyboard. Press OK to accept the new site/file name. • Press Shift to enter a character in uppercase. • Press CAPS to enter all characters in uppercase. • Press Space to enter a space in between characters. • Press Clear All to delete the entire name on the space provided. VISA114 • Press .. . .. .to erase a character.
CH 5/ Start Menu The PowerVisa treats the Compact Flash card like a hard disk storing files in DOS Guidelines on file data transfer format. For successful card data transfer, keep the following points in mind: • PowerVisa supports a maximum DOS directory size of 128MB. Minimum required Compact Flash data card size is 32MB. • Compact Flash cards allow users to store multiple files in one card. The Site name will be used as the filename for record files (i.e.
Overview Section C Monitor Same Circuit Overview Introduction Menu options for monitoring become available only after setting up the instrument or from reading a setup template from the data card. Users can monitor the same circuit, and configure combinations of setups unique to their task applications. Monitoring options Users have the option to begin monitoring immediately or at a specified time and date.
CH 5/ Start Menu Turning Monitoring On/Off Start/Stop monitoring Follow these steps to start and end monitoring. Action... STEP 1: From the Automatic Setup screen, press OK to start monitoring (see page 5-3). The Monitoring Menu screen will be displayed. OR STEP 1: From the Start Menu screen (see page 5-2), press Monitor Same Circuit. NOTE: Monitoring Menu screen will only be available after setting up the instrument or from reading a setup template from card.
Turning Monitoring On/Off, continued Start/Stop monitoring (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: While the instrument is actively monitoring data, the message MONITORING STATUS: ON appears on the top section of the Home screen (see NOTE). Users cannot change the time and date nor perform data card operations while the instrument is actively monitoring data.
CH 5/ Start Menu Start/Stop monitoring (continued) Action... Result... STEP 4: When monitoring ends, the message MONITORING STATUS: DONE appears on screen (see NOTES). • To capture a new set of data or to edit threshold settings, press Start. The Start Menu screen will be displayed. Go to page 5-2. • To view recorded data, press Trend, Events, or Reports. Go to Chapter 7 View Event Data.
Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date Schedule monitoring Follow these steps to set monitoring at a specified time and date. Action... STEP 1: From the Automatic Setup screen, press OK to start monitoring (see page 5-3). The Monitoring Menu screen will be displayed. OR STEP 1: From the Start Menu screen (see page 5-2), press Monitor Same Circuit.
CH 5/ Start Menu Monitoring using start & end time You can specify the date and time when the unit will begin and end monitoring. Action... Result... STEP 1: When monitoring using the Start & End time schedule, the current date and time (set to the next full hour) are displayed on screen. • Start at: indicates the date and time when the unit will begin data monitoring. • End at: indicates the date and time when the unit will stop data monitoring.
Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date, continued Monitoring using start & end time (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2 (continued): • Press Time to enter desired hour-minute-second to start/ end monitoring. Press to select the hour/minute/second field to display the numeric keypad. Use the keypad to enter time settings. • Press OK to accept changes in time settings. Proceed to Step 3 on page 5-31. • Press Cancel to discard changes in time and return to Monitoring Control Menu.
CH 5/ Start Menu Monitoring using start & end time (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: The screen will display the new settings once the monitoring Start time/date and End time/date have been set. • Press the time and date function keys when you want to change time/date monitoring settings. Refer back to Step 2 on page 5-29. • Press OK when done setting the Start and End monitoring time/date. Proceed to Step 5.
Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date, continued Monitoring at scheduled intervals You can specify the date and time when the unit will begin monitoring, and choose from the following interval cycles when the unit will end recording and start a new file: daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or a customized number of days. Data monitoring will end when memory is full or when monitoring is stopped manually. Action... Result...
CH 5/ Start Menu Modify Trigger Parameters and Intervals Advanced setups The Modify Trigger Parameters and Intervals screen allows users to turn on any available parameters and enter new threshold limits. Advanced Setup provides users wider control over all setup functions. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Monitoring Menu screen, press Modify Trigger Parameters and Intervals.
Overview Section D Load Setup Template from Card Overview Introduction The PowerVisa enables users to load saved setup template files (.set) from the data card. NOTE: Loading a setup template from the card will overwrite your existing setup. Loading saved setups Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Start Menu, press Load setup template from card. The PowerVisa lists the setup template files (.set) stored in data card, along with file size, time and date when the setup files were recorded.
CH 5/ Start Menu Section E Load Data from Card Overview Introduction Data files (.ddb) consist of events that are saved to the data card while monitoring is on. The PowerVisa allows users to load stored data directly from card. In this section The following topics are covered in this section. Topic Loading data from card See Page Loading Data from Card 5-35 Card Error Messages 5-36 Follow these steps to load data from card. Action... Result...
Card Error Messages Card Error Messages Error messages The following error messages may be displayed. Error Message 5-36 Description Card not inserted No data card inserted or inserted improperly. Card not ready The Compact Flash data card controller is not ready. Try reinserting the data card. Card read error The data contains errors or the file has an invalid version. No files on card No valid data file on card.
C H A P T E R 6 Advanced Setup Options Overview Introduction This chapter describes the options available to users with applications that require advanced setups. Although PowerVisa is designed to capture data no matter what the setup is, users are able to configure combinations of setups unique to their task applications.
Advanced Options Menu Advanced Options Menu Advanced menu Advanced Options lists the threshold parameters available for review or modification. settings The PowerVisa allows users to customize threshold settings according to their task applications. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Choose Monitoring Mode screen (see page 5-15), select monitoring mode, then press Next to display Advanced Options.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Transient Limit Transient detection Dranetz-BMI instruments label rms voltage or current variations as either sags (voltage or current decreases below low limit) or swells (voltage or current increases above high limit) as per IEEE 1159. Voltage disturbances which are shorter in duration than typical sags and swells are classified as transients.
Transient Limit, continued PowerVisa uses three different algorithms to detect and record transients: Procedure to record transient • Peak or Instantaneous trigger magnitude disturbance • Waveshape threshold duration or window • Waveshape threshold magnitude or tolerance Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press Transient Limit. • Press the limit field to change limit. Use the keypad to enter the instantaneous limit.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Procedure to record transient disturbance (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: PowerVisa shows the “floating window” algorithm used for waveshape fault detection. • Press limit field under Threshold to change limit. Use the keypad to enter the threshold limit or tolerance. If the wave samples differ by more than the threshold tolerance for a time exceeding the duration or window percent of power frequency cycle, a waveshape fault is registered.
Transient Limit, continued Procedure to record transient disturbance (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: PowerVisa allows users to set rms distortion waveshape limit. • Press the limit field to change limit. Use the keypad to enter the treshold limit beyond which rms voltage variations occur. • Enable toggles whether this limit is enabled or disabled. • Amps toggles between Volts and Amps. • Press Group A B C to set identical rms threshold value for Channels A, B and C.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Procedure to record transient disturbance (continued) Action... Result... STEP 4: Select how you want to specify the number of waveform cycles to record before (Pre-) and after (Post-) the trigger cycle. • Enable Use Default if you want to use the default waveform trigger cycle counts for transient events (Pre-trigger cycles = 1, Post-trigger cycles = 2).
RMS Variation Limit RMS Variation Limit RMS variation RMS stands for root mean square, a mathematical formula used to compute the setup properties equivalent value of the voltage and current. Voltage and current changes are measured and checked against the programmed limits. Thresholds are set as high limits (threshold above the programmed limit) and low limits (threshold below the programmed limit).
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Procedure to record rms variation The following parameters are required to define how an rms variation is triggered: • Low Limit • High Limit • Cycles in range to end event Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press RMS Variation Limit. • Press the threshold parameter (High, Low, Very Low) to change/enable or disable threshold values. See Appendix G Event Classification for definition of limit values. Proceed to Step 2 on page 6-10.
RMS Variation Limit, continued Procedure to record rms variation (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Press the High limit, Low Limit, and/or Very Low Limit field to display the numeric keypad used to set threshold values. Use the keypad to enter limits for the corresponding phase in the High limit, Low Limit, and Very Low Limit fields. RMS variation event occurs at the time one or more phases of voltage or current goes outside of the programmed limits.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Procedure to record rms variation (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: Users can define the number of rms summary and waveform cycles to be saved before the start (pre-), after the start (post-start), and after the end (post-end) of the event. The Pre- and Post- trigger settings under Waveform Capture (Cycles) specify the number of waveform cycles to record before, during, and after the event.
RMS Variation Limit, continued Procedure to record rms variation (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3 (continued): Waveform Capture (Cycles): These values can also be used for transient waveform capture. Screen below shows sample changes in cycle settings: • Press Pre-Trigger to set the number of cycles for Pre-event start waveform cycles. Use the keypad to enter the number of waveform cycles to be saved before the event start and event end cycles.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Waveform Capture Trigger channel The PowerVisa allows users to set the trigger channels/parameters for waveform setup capture. Action... Result... STEP 1: The checked fields show the channels that will have waveforms recorded should a trigger occur. This cross-trigger function prevents recording of meaningless data from unused (disabled) channels. • Press to select the Volts or Amps channel matrix. The channels selected for the matrix will be displayed.
Characterizer Options Characterizer Options Event characterizer setup Events will be characterized according to the measurement standard selected under the characterizer mode. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press Characterizer Options. The PowerVisa measures event data in compliance with the criteria set by IEEE 1159 or IEC 61000-4-30 Class A. • Check to select IEEE 1159 Standard or IEC 61000-4-30 Standard to characterize event data.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Journal Limit Journal entry settings PowerVisa allows power parameters to be trended using periodic readings that are stored in a journal. Statistical information is always captured regardless of the limit settings, so users will never be without a trend even if he/she did not set the limits correctly. The system collects data even when no disturbances occur by recording periodical statistical data (By Time).
Journal Limit, continued Sample journal parameter setup Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press Journal Limit. The Journal Categories screen will be displayed. Press a category to display journal parameters and the limit setup menu. For example, press Standard List to display the parameters under it. Proceed to Step 2. MARK112_301 STEP 2: Press to select the journal parameter you want to set up.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Journal Parameter List The following parameters are available for trending under the Journal Limit Setup. Refer to Appendix B Technical Specifications - Computed Parameters for the definition of parameters.
Journal Interval for Timed Readings Journal Interval for Timed Readings Introduction The Journal Interval screen allows users to define how often the PowerVisa saves data periodically, regardless of power quality disturbances and journal limits. Definitions Power Values Power Values Interval - Power parameter values are based upon all cycles during a one second interval. Data is aggregated or summarized into min, max and avg values over the averaging period and stored at the end of the interval.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Timed settings menu The intervals for timed readings are user programmable. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press Journal Interval. The Journal Interval menu will be displayed. Press the parameter that you want to change. Each journal interval must be pressed repeatedly to display the available selection values.
EN50160 Power Quality EN50160 Power Quality (for strict EN50160 monitoring only) Advanced setup EN50160 is a statistical analysis of power quality data based on the EN standard. The options for statistical package called Quality of Supply (QOS) is built into the PowerVisa, with EN50160 monitoring and setup protocols set to determine voltage measurement compliance required for EN50160 monitoring.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options EN50160 optional settings (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: EN50160 Options allow you to define up to five frequency signals set in 5 Hz resolution. Mains signalling compliance or non-compliance is determined by calculating/adding the status of each of the defined frequencies. • To modify frequency settings for EN50160 monitoring, press the desired frequency field. Use the numeric keypad to enter new frequency values.
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C H A P T E R 7 View Event Data Overview Types of data display PowerVisa offers a graphical, information-packed, and easy to navigate display of event data. The firmware architecture of the PowerVisa is designed to engage in various stages of acquisition, characterization, communication, and visualization of event data and journalled data.
Overview, continued Downloading and viewing data on a computer Event files stored in data card can also be viewed on the computer. Insert the card to a Compact Flash card reader connected to the computer. No communication software protocol between the PowerVisa and computer is necessary. Dranetz-BMI NodeLink® and DranView® programs are required to retrieve event data in the computer.
CH 7/ View Event Data View data using Follow these steps to display event data. Events, Trend Action... Result... STEP 1: Events and Trend are accessible from the Home screen. Note that event data will be available for display while monitoring or upon reading a stored file from the data card. A monitoring status message appears on the top section of the screen. Refer to Chapter 5 Start Menu - Section C Monitor Same Circuit on page 5-24 for the procedure on how to capture events by turning monitoring on.
Overview Section A Events Overview What is displayed? The event screen displays actual voltage or current waveforms that occurred when a certain threshold parameter was crossed. Event activity graphs, event list, waveform display, rms display, and time plots are visually interfaced showing event patterns and behaviors over threshold limits and time. The event screen also enables users to customize data plots, allowing users to change and/or add parameters/channels for each of the four plot areas.
CH 7/ View Event Data Event Data Display Event screen The event screen will display an event activity graph, waveform detail, and buttons like Detail magnification, Options to change and/or add parameters/channels to trend, buttons to view previous/next event, and RMS/Waveform toggle. From the Home screen, press Events.
Event Activity Graph Event Activity Graph Event graph description 7-6 The event graph is located on the top section of the event screen (see page 7-5). Four timelines represent all events recorded from the time monitoring started. Events for voltage channels are displayed above the grid and current channels are displayed below the grid.
CH 7/ View Event Data Event List Event list description Event list presents a summary of all captured events in the order that they occurred. Each event contains a general heading indicating the time and date when the disturbance occured, the disturbance category, disturbance classification, and number of cycles of duration. View event list Follow these steps to access the event list.
Event List, continued View event list (continued) Follow these steps to access the event list. Note that event data is displayed only while monitoring or upon reading a file from the data card. Action... Result... STEP 2: The highlighted field indicates that the particular event entry has been selected. • Press OK to view details of the selected event. • Press Cancel to ignore event entry selection and return to the default event screen.
CH 7/ View Event Data Event Detail Event details PowerVisa allows users to view events in graphic waveform/rms display. The Detail screen features zoom buttons to magnify event cycles, and a zoom box that users can resize via touch and drag. The Detail screen also allows viewing of events alternately in rms or waveform. Horizontal axis Auto-scaled to display all waveforms in file until range is narrowed by zoom in. Vertical axis Auto-scaled to the minimum and maximum value within time range.
Event Detail View event detail (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Once the magnify button is pressed, a blue box showing the default zoomed area appears. The touch screen zoom functionality allows users to select the number of waveform/rms cycles that they can zoom in. Touch any side of the zoom box to activate the drag function. Touch and drag the sides of the zoom box to expand or narrow in on the waveform/rms cycle.
CH 7/ View Event Data View event detail (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: The magnify buttons serve as zoom function keys, each of which feature a plus sign or a minus sign within. • Press Zoom+ to display the zoomed area and view the event cycles in greater detail. Users may repeatedly zoom in on a plot for up to seven (7) levels. To further zoom in on an event cycle, simply repeat the procedure on Step 2.
Event Detail, continued Event text detail: Sag Directivity PowerVisa is equipped with the algorithm that determines the origin of a 3-phase voltage sag event. The sag origin or directivity can be Upstream or Downstream from the monitoring point. The direction is displayed in the Event Text Detail screen. Action... Result... Once events are available for display, press Detail to display the functions that can be used to further analyze the waveform/rms i.e. the Text button.
CH 7/ View Event Data Event text detail: Capacitor Switch Analysis In addition to determining directivity, PowerVisa is also able to detect if 3-phase voltage and current waveforms experience a capacitor switching event. The result of the analysis is displayed in the Event Text Detail screen. I Action... Result... The following transient event types - bipolar, ocillatory, or capacitor switch - will include text detail on capacitor switch analysis and directivity (when detected).
Event Options Event Options Voltage and Current channels to plot A time plot is a graph of the value of one parameter and channel over time. The PowerVisa is able to display time plots for individual Voltage and Current channels (Va, Vb, Vc, Vd, Ia, Ib, Ic, Id) or phase-to-phase Voltage channels (Vab, Vbc, Vca), depending on the available channels for Voltage and the selected circuit type.
CH 7/ View Event Data View event options Follow these steps to access event Options. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the event screen, press Options. Plot #s appear on the left side of the screen. Users have the option to enable/disable channels for any of the Plot #. The plot display area will resize according to the number of parameters/channels enabled/disabled for display. • Press the Change button adjacent to the Plot # where you want to change and/or add parameters/channels to plot.
Event Options, continued View event options (continued) Action... Result... STEP 2: Check the channels that you want to enable, uncheck those you want to disable. For example, check to enable Channel A-B Volts, in addition to Channel A Volts for Plot #1. • Press OK to accept parameter/ channel changes. Proceed to Step 3. • Press Clear if you want to reset channel selection. MARK512 • Press Cancel to ignore parameter/channel changes and return to the event screen containing the original plot.
CH 7/ View Event Data Section B Trend Overview Trend categories PowerVisa is able to display statistical trends or plots for the following parameter categories: Standard: Parameters include basic volts and amps, displacement power factor, residual and net current, energy, harmonics, standard demand, and standard flicker. These power parameters are measured more accurately using a one (1) second interval, summarized by min, max and avg at the end of the interval.
Trend Display Trend Display What is displayed on a trend? A trend consists of the timed and threshold waveforms for the parameter on display. Users have the option to enable/disable a trend or plot display, wherein display area will resize according to the number of plots enabled for display. In addition, users have the option to enable/disable channels to trend in a select parameter. Each parameter can have one or multiple channels to plot.
CH 7/ View Event Data Trend Setup Trend settings Follow these steps to view data trends. The same procedure applies even when you select different journal categories to plot. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Home screen, press Trend. • The default number of plots displayed in the trend screen is two. Press Param to show the current parameters and channels displayed on screen. Proceed to Step 2. • Press the Magnify button to use the zoom features and to view plot coordinates in detail.
Trend Setup, continued Trend settings (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: The Journal Categories allow users to select parameters/ channels to trend for display. • Press Disable to clear the parameter display in Plot #2 (from Example in Step 2). Proceed to Step 4. • Users have the option to choose a journal category from which to select parameters/channels to plot. For Standard List - RMS parameters, see RMS Settings on page 7-21.
CH 7/ View Event Data RMS settings The PowerVisa provides setup options to measure rms data per cycle or per second. The RMS Voltage and RMS Current parameters are available under Journal Categories - Standard List. MARK436 MARK514 Cyclic RMS: RMS values are computed over 1 power frequency cycle (16.67 msec @ 60 Hz) in 1/2 cycle steps (every 8.33 msec).
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C H A P T E R 8 Reports Overview Report types Users have the option to view QOS compliance reports in two ways: via EN50160 or Status. Each report has their own method of presenting compliance data. Each also differs on the length of evaluation period to monitor compliance. From the Home screen, press Reports. PVISA491 View Reports options EN50160 displays statistical reports on QOS compliance.
Overview Section A EN50160 Overview What is EN50160? EN50160 is a European standard that stipulates the voltage characteristics that can be expected in public distribution networks. The QOS functionality is equipped with monitoring and setup protocols to meet the measurements required for EN50160 monitoring. EN50160 specifies that various parameters must be within a specified percentage for 95% of the standard one week monitoring period.
CH 8/ Reports EN50160 Measurement Parameters EN50160 parameters Statistical data is calculated based on the parameters required by EN50160 for determining QOS compliance. PowerVisa displays the parameters in the form of a Compliance Statistical Bar Chart. From the Reports screen, press EN50160. MARK471 The bar chart indicates the percentage of the intervals passing the specified compliance criteria. The color of the bar indicates the compliance status.
EN50160 Measurement Parameters, continued EN50160 parameters (continued) pumps, compressors, etc.) is used. Flickers display a cluster of bars, one for each phase. The color of each bar indicates the compliance status for each phase. A green bar indicates that the parameter is within compliance. A red bar indicates that the parameter does not comply with EN50160.
CH 8/ Reports EN50160 Compliance Limits Compliance limits The table below indicates the limit numbers or range of values required for each parameter to pass QOS compliance and satisfy EN50160 standard.
EN50160 Compliance Limits, continued Compliance limits (continued) The table below indicates the limit numbers or range of values required for each parameter to pass QOS compliance and satisfy EN50160 standard.
CH 8/ Reports Interharmonic The general approach of EN50160 is to express all voltage characteristics by reference compliance limit to the nominal voltage or declared voltage, as appropriate. The table below indicates values the Interharmonic Compliance Limit values in relation to the nominal voltage. Interharmonic Group Number Limit DC-1 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6 6-7 7-8 8-9 9-10 10-11 11-12 12-13 13-14 14-15 15-16 16-17 17-18 18-19 19-20 All other groups 5.0% 4.8% 4.6% 4.4% 4.2% 4.0% 3.8% 3.6% 3.4% 3.2% 3.
Compliance Statistical Bar Chart Compliance Statistical Bar Chart Chart description The Compliance Statistical bar chart displays the seven parameters that are required for determining QOS compliance. See pages 8-3 to 8-4 for the description of each of the EN50160 parameters. The bar chart indicates the percentage of the interval passing the specified compliance criteria. The color of the bar indicates compliance status. Select bars in the chart i.e.
CH 8/ Reports View Compliance Statistics bar chart (continued) Action... Result... STEP 1 (continued): • Press DISDIP to view the Event Statistics. Go to page 8-13. • Press Min/Max to view the min/max values for Power Frequency and RMS Voltage. Go to page 8-15. • Press Exit to quit and return to Home screen. STEP 2: The Power Frequency parameter has two ranges considered for compliance. This graph displays the status of parameter with respect to each range.
Compliance Statistical Bar Chart, continued View Compliance Statistics bar chart (continued) Action... Result... STEP 4: The Interharmonic graph displays the status of each individual Interharmonic and TID for each phase. The bar chart indicates the percentage of intervals passing the specified compliance. • Press Prev/Next to display Interharmonic bars from 1st to 25th. • Press Exit to return to the Compliance Statistical bar chart.
CH 8/ Reports Compliance History QOS Status Summary EN50160 provides a historical summary of the QOS compliance evaluations made. The standard monitoring period is one week, usually beginning Sunday at 00:00 (midnight). Any compliance evaluation performed in less than one week will receive an Evaluation Status marked as Incomplete, and Compliance marked as Undetermined.
Compliance History, continued Compliance History table (continued) Evaluation Period: Displays the date and time of the beginning of the evaluation period. Each evaluation period is independent of each other. The default length of evaluation period is a 7-day week period by which the unit calculates information in strict compliance with the EN50160 standard. Compliance: Displays a PASS (green) or FAIL (red) mark if evaluation is done for a complete 7-day week period.
CH 8/ Reports Event Satistics EN50160 DISDIP The EN50160 DISDIP (distribution of dips) table is based upon the event statistics calculated by EN50160. It includes the UNIPEDE DISDIP Statistics and the table for Transient Overvoltages. UNIPEDE DISDIP data is collected and saved on a weekly basis with the counts reset as the final save occurs. If additional data is detected for an evaluation period after that period has been saved, that internal data is retrieved and updated.
Event Statistics, continued UNIPEDE DISDIP Statistics table (continued) The DISDIP table also includes those events of Transient type. Scroll down the next page of the UNIPEDE DISDIP Statistics table to display data for Transient Overvoltage as shown below. MARK474 Display table for RMS Events (p.
CH 8/ Reports Min/Max Table for Power Frequency and RMS Voltage Min/Max table The Min/Max table displays the minimum and maximum values for Power Frequency and RMS Voltage along with the time and date of occurrence. Maximum phase values of Rapid Voltage Change, Flicker, Supply Voltage Unbalance, and Harmonic are also displayed along with time and date of occurrence. From the Compliance Statistics bar chart screen on page 8-8, press Min/Max. The Min/ Max table will appear as shown below.
Overview Section B Status Report in Annunciator Panel Overview Annunciator panel Status summary for three report types - Standard PQ, EN50160, and Motor Quality can be displayed via the annunciator panel. Real time data, event count, or userspecified calculated data is available in the matrix display of the annunciator panel. When monitoring is on, the annunciator panel displays the status of a parameter using a color scheme. Journal data and events can be directly viewed from the annunciator panel.
CH 8/ Reports Panel Setup Options Setup options Press Options to select the Preset parameters and/or Panel Size to display. Presets provide a set of default parameters that will be displayed in the annunciator panel. The screen matrix size can also be customized (Small, Medium or Large) according to user application. The sample screens below show preset parameters for Motor Quality setup.
Panel Setup Options, continued Preset parameters The table below shows the default parameters on display in the annunciator panel. Note however that you can edit and change the parameter settings using the Edit Panel function described on page 8-22.
CH 8/ Reports Panel Operation Annunciator panel color scheme The annunciator panel displays metered data for the selected parameter. The metered data is updated once per second. This is the same data that appears in the meter screen, and used in calculating journals. If the selected parameter is not journalled, the rms event or transient event count can be selected to appear in the panel instead of journalled data. Disabled parameters appear in gray.
Panel Operation, continued Parameter data plot The following procedure describes how to view parameter details in the annunciator panel. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Home screen press Reports. Select Status to display the summary report via the annunciator panel. FOR EXAMPLE: The summary report type described here is for Motor Quality setup. Click on V RMS Imbalance to view the parameter in detail.Proceed to Step 2.
CH 8/ Reports Parameter data plot (continued) Action... Result... FOR EXAMPLE: Once View Graph is selected, coordinates for V RMS Imbalance event are displayed on screen. NOTE: Imbalance is the rms deviation calculation per channel if the instrument is in Standard PQ Mode. It will display the ANSI definition of unbalance for channels A, B and C if the selected monitoring mode is other than EN50160.
Panel Operation, continued Parameter data plot (continued) Action... Result... Once View Limits is selected, threshold values crossed that cause the V RMS Imbalance event are displayed on screen. MARK612 Once Edit panel is selected, the window where you can select Metered Data journal categories to plot is displayed. You can also view the trend plot for sag, swell, and transient by pressing the Status button.
C H A P T E R 9 Downloading Events Overview In this chapter PowerVisa allows users to download, archive and view event data in a computer. This section discusses the external communications device and software applications necessary to transfer and store PowerVisa data files to a computer.
External Communication Interface External Communication Interface To download events from the PowerVisa through the optical port, you must have the Isolated Communications following: a personal computer or laptop with Windows® operating system with either Module RS232 serial port or network adapter, NodeLink®, and the appropriate Isolated Communications Module assembly as described below. The Isolated Communications Module assembly consists of two parts: 1.
CH 9/ Downloading Events The following procedure and diagram describe how to connect the PowerVisa to a Connection setup via RS232 computer via RS232. Once the physical connection is done, see Chapter 4 Instrument Settings - Communications on page 4-10 for instructions on how to enable the PowerVisa settings to communicate with external devices. 1. Connect one end of the fiber optic cable (P/N 900406) into the Fiber Optic Serial Data Port located on the left side panel of the PowerVisa. 2.
External Communication Interface, continued Connection setup via USB The following procedure and diagram describe how to connect the PowerVisa to a computer via USB. Once the physical connection is done, see Chapter 4 Instrument Settings - Communications on page 4-10 for instructions on how to enable the PowerVisa settings to communicate with external devices. 1. Connect one end of the fiber optic cable (P/N 900406) into the Fiber Optic Serial Data Port located on the left side panel of the PowerVisa. 2.
CH 9/ Downloading Events Connection setup via Ethernet The following procedure and diagram describe how to connect the PowerVisa to a computer via Ethernet. Once the physical connection is done, see Chapter 4 Instrument Settings - Communications on page 4-10 for instructions on how to enable the PowerVisa settings to communicate with external devices. 1. Connect one end of the fiber optic cable (P/N 900406) into the Fiber Optic Serial Data Port located on the left side panel of the PowerVisa. 2.
External Communication Interface, continued Connection setup via Modem When configuring both the PowerVisa and NodeLink® for modem communications, keep in mind that the PowerVisa uses a fiber optic serial port in order to maintain electrical isolation. This means that there are no control signals available to a modem to use for handshaking and flow control. It is highly recommended that identical modems be used on the PowerVisa and the computer.
CH 9/ Downloading Events Connection setup via Modem (continued) NodeLink® uses Windows® TAPI when accessing modem communications resources. The assumption is that the Windows® modem to be used for PowerVisa communications has been properly installed prior to executing this procedure. If the modem is not on, or was not on when Windows® was started, it may be necessary to turn the modem on and restart Windows®. Windows® searches for installed serial modems at startup.
External Communication Interface, continued Connection setup via Modem (continued) Back at the PowerVisa, the last step in configuring the modem communications is to modify the modem initialization string to match the modems and chipsets being used. The goal is to configure for the following: • Restore factory settings. • Set auto-answer to answer on one or two rings (more than two rings are allowed but at some point the number of rings may start to conflict with NodeLink® timeouts).
CH 9/ Downloading Events The following is the AT initialization string for a modem using the Agere (Lucent) Modem initialization chipset: string command (continued) AT&F;S0=2;&K0;%E0;S30=6 Where AT is the modem attention command. &F instructs the modem to restore factory configuration. S0=2 turns auto-answer on and sets the number of rings to answer to two. &K0 turns flow control off. %E0 disables baud rate fall back/fall forward. S30=6 sets a 60 second inactivity modem hang up timeout.
® Downloading Events via NodeLink Downloading Events via NodeLink® NodeLink® application NodeLink® is a Windows®-based program enabling the user to download, archive and visualize (using DranView®) event-type data from a variety of Dranetz-BMI instruments including the PowerVisa. Users are strongly advised to always keep their NodeLink® and PowerVisa programs current with the latest version released by Dranetz-BMI. NodeLink V2.5 or higher is required to download events from PowerVisa firmware.
CH 9/ Downloading Events Viewing Events via DranView® DranView® with DranView® is an optional viewer and data analysis software. Data collected by the PowerVisa driver PowerVisa must first be transferred to a computer via NodeLink® so that they can be archived and/or viewed using DranView®. Users are strongly advised to always keep their DranView® and PowerVisa programs current with the latest version released by Dranetz-BMI. DranView® V5.
® DranView with HASP DranView® with HASP DranView® system requirements Installation procedure The minimum system specifications for proper installation and operation of DranView® are shown below. Users are strongly advised to follow the recommended specifications for optimal DranView® operation. The recommended specifications are especially encouraged for use with instruments that allow generation of very large databases i.e. PX5, PGPowerVisa0, and PP4300 Multi-DAQ.
CH 9/ Downloading Events Installation procedure (continued) STEP 2: There are two types of HASP available: one which can be keyed to the USB port and another which goes into the Printer or Parallel port (see figure below). Depending on type of HASP, insert in the appropriate USB port or Printer/Parallel port in the computer. Align the HASP to the keyed port and push gently to lock it in place. Keep the HASP in the port while using the DranView® application.
® DranView with HASP, continued Installation procedure (continued) The table below shows the HASP ID labels that go with the corresponding DranetzBMI product.
A P P E N D I X A Optional Accessories Overview Introduction This appendix lists the optional accessories for PowerVisa. It covers the hardware accessories available for use with the PowerVisa and the Dranetz-BMI software applications used to download and view event data in a computer.
Hardware Accessories List and Descriptions Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions Hardware Accessories List Accessory Part Number Current Probes Current Probe Assembly, 10 to 500 A RMS TR-2500 Current Probe, 10 to 500 A TR-2500A Current Probe Assembly, 0.
APPENDIX A/ Optional Accessories Hardware Accessories List (continued) Accessory AC/DC Current Probes AC/DC Current Probe, 150A, Without AC Adapter AC/DC Current Probe, 150A, Battery Powered AC/DC Current Probe, 1500A, Without AC Adapter AC/DC Current Probe, 1500A, Battery Powered Part Number PR150/SP1 PR150/SP2 PR1500/SP7 PR1500/SP8 Current Probe Adapter Cables Adapter Cable, 658 Current Probe to 4300 CA-4300 Adapter Cable, 4300/LEMFLEX CA4300LEM AC Adapter with 4 Phase Adapter Cable for LEMFLEX Pr
Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions, continued Hardware Accessories List (continued) Accessory Part Number Miscellaneous Hardware Weather Resistant Enclosure ENCL-HH Soft Carrying Case SCC-4300 Reusable Shipping Container RSC-4300 Battery Pack, 7.2V, 2.7Ah BP-PX5 External Battery Charger/UPS XBC-PX5 External Battery Charger with LEMFLEX Adapter Cables LF-PSP External Battery Charger with DRANFLEX Probe Power Adapter DF-PSP Isolated Current Transformer 0.
APPENDIX A/ Optional Accessories Current probes Several Dranetz-BMI current probes can be used with PowerVisa: models TR2500/A, TR2510/A, TR2520/A, TR2019B, TR2021, TR2022, TR2023. The PowerVisa supports both LEMFLEX and DRANFLEX current probes. Typical current probes are illustrated in Chapter 2. TR2500, TR2510, TR2520 (TR2500A, TR2510A, TR2520A): These models will measure rms currents from 10 to 500 A, 0.1 to 500 A, 300 to 3000 A, respectively.
Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions, continued Data card Compact Flash Data Card: The PowerVisa supports the use of Compact Flash cards in its native format, without the need for PC card adapter. Compact Flash cards are available in three sizes: 32MB, 64MB, and 128MB. Compact Flash Card Readers: Two types of card readers are available for easy data manipulation and data transfer from the Compact Flash card to the computer: via USB port (FLASHREADER-USB) or via parallel port (FLASHREADER-P).
APPENDIX A/ Optional Accessories Dranetz-BMI reference publications Field Handbook for Electrical Energy Management: This reference handbook provides a comprehensive guide for information related to conducting a thorough energy audit, power distribution analysis, and methods of remedying inefficiencies of energy management. Field Handbook for Power Quality Analysis: This handbook is divided into six sections containing step-by-step instructions for discovering and solving complex power quality problems.
Software Accessories List Software Accessories List Accessories List Accessory Part Number NodeLink NodeLink® V2.5 or higher with download, setups and meters NODELINK DranView DranView® V5.
APPENDIX A/ Optional Accessories NodeLink® and DranView® applications NodeLink® is an easy-to-use Windows® application that allows users to transfer, download, or view real time data from PowerVisa to a computer. Users can also transfer setups from a computer to the PowerVisa using NodeLink®. PowerVisa firmware requires NodeLink® V2.5 or higher with download, setups, and meters.
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A P P E N D I X B Technical Specifications Overview In this appendix The following specifications are covered in this appendix.
General General Dimensions Size: 12” Width x 2.5” Height x 8” Depth (30 x 6.4 x 20.3 cm) Weight: 3.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications Interfaces Installation Categories Mains supply: Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2 Measurement inputs: Installation Category III, Pollution Degree 2 Display Type: 1/4 VGA color graphic, touch screen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with compact fluorescent (CCFL) backlighting. Programmable backlight time-out to reduce power consumption. Reactivates with touch. Resolution: 360 x 240 dot matrix Size: 3.75 x 4.
Measured Parameters Measured Parameters Voltage Type: 4 full differential, DC coupled Channels A, B, C, D Input Range: 10 - 600 Vrms Input impedance: 16 MΩ, minimum, Input to Input RMS Accuracy: ±0.1% of Reading, ±0.05% Full Scale, over 7KHz bandwidth (1 second rms readings) CMRR: -80 db typical Current Type: 4 full differential, DC coupled. Channels A, B, C, D Input Range: 10 - 200% of Rated Probe Input (Dranetz-BMI probes) RMS Accuracy: ±0.1% of Reading ±0.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications Computed Parameters Single Channel Parameters The computations below apply to single channel parameters. Note that 0V = Phase Angle of Voltage, while 0I = Phase Angle of Current. True Average Power Average of the instantaneous power samples taken as the product of voltage and current samples. Includes sign to indicate direction of power flow: positive (+) from source to load, negative (-) from load to source.
Computed Parameters, continued True Power Factor Calculated using the True Average Power divided by the Apparent Power. See Note below for sign information. WATT TPF = Displacement Power Factor Calculated using cosine of the phase angle between the fundamental frequency components of voltage with respect to current (0 = 0V - 0I). See Note below for sign information. DPF = NOTE VA cos 0 The sign is the exclusive OR of the sign of the Watts and Vars.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications Totals The computations below apply to three phase wye configuration. Totals for split phase can be determined by eliminating phase C (i.e.
Computed Parameters, continued See Note on page B-7 for sign information. True Power Factor, Arithmetic Total WATT Tot TPFArithmetic Tot = True Power Factor, Vector Total VA Arithmetic Tot See Note on page B-7 for sign information. TPFVector-Tot = WATT Tot VA Vector Tot See Note on page B-7 for sign information. Displacement Power Factor, Arithmetic Total DPFArithmetic Tot = Displacement Power Factor, Vector Total VA Arithmetic Tot fund See Note on page B-7 for sign information.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications Parameter Settings in Each Monitoring Mode Setup parameters The following table lists the default settings for the threshold parameters in each monitoring mode.
Parameter Settings in Each Monitoring Mode, continued Setup parameters (continued) The following table lists the default settings for the threshold parameters in each monitoring mode.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications TR2500 Current Probe Guidelines To achieve the rated accuracies, follow these guidelines: • The conductor must be at a right angle to the probe. • The conductor must be centered in the probe core. • The jaw contact surfaces must be clean and properly aligned. Specifications Range: 1 to 500 Arms Accuracy: 48 to 400 Hz: ±1.5% reading ±0.6A 400 to 3000 Hz: ±3% reading ±0.8A Working voltage: 600 V max.
TR2510 Current Probe TR2510 Current Probe Guidelines To achieve the rated accuracies, follow these guidelines: • The conductor must be at a right angle to the probe. • The conductor must be centered in the probe core. • The jaw contact surfaces must be clean and properly aligned. Specifications Range: 0.1 to 10 Arms Accuracy (at 60 Hz): 0.1 to 10A, ±1% reading ±0.01A Working voltage: 600 V max. Frequency range: 40 to 3000 Hz Output signal: 150 mV/A Maximum conductor size: 0.
A P P E N D I X C Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Overview Introduction The internal battery pack used in PowerVisa functions as the primary power source and UPS. Always charge the battery fully before using the unit. PowerVisa will fully charge its internal battery in six (6) hours. PowerVisa uses a non-volatile flash memory for backup that is not operator replaceable. The flash memory will store data temporarily. In this appendix The following topics are covered in this appendix.
Battery Specifications Battery Specifications Battery pack Location: Battery compartment on the rear of the unit. Number of batteries in pack: 6 Type: Sealed, rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) cells Voltage: 7.2 V dc Capacity: 2.7 Ah Length of operation: More than two (2 ) hours when fully charged and with backlight on. When backlight is turned off, the unit can run continuously for more than three (3) hours.
APPENDIX C/ Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Battery Pack Safety Precautions WARNING DO NOT intentionally short circuit the battery pack. The batteries are capable of providing hazardous output currents if short circuited. The PowerVisa is equipped with an internal battery charger circuit. Do not attempt to charge the batteries with an external charger other than the Dranetz-BMI battery charger, since improper charging could cause battery explosion.
Battery Pack Replacement Battery Pack Replacement Introduction The PowerVisa contains an easily replaceable internal battery pack. See Appendix D for ordering information. WARNING Replace with Dranetz-BMI NiMH battery pack BP-PX5 only. ADVERTENCIA Reemplace con batería Dranetz-BMI NiMH BP-PX5 solamente. AVERTISSEMENT Remplacer par la batterie Dranetz-BMI NiMH BP-PX5 exclusivement. WARNUNG Nur mit Dranetz-BMI NiMH BP-PX5 Batteriesatz auswechseln.
APPENDIX C/ Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Battery removal diagram C-5
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A P P E N D I X D User Replaceable Parts List Introduction The following parts are easily replaced by the operator and do not require special tools or access to the interior of the unit. To order parts Call Dranetz-BMI Customer Service at (732) 287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832 to order any of the following parts.
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A P P E N D I X E Common Circuit Connections Overview If you are making power measurements, follow these diagrams so that your ABC Who should read this section values are calculated correctly. WARNING Death, serious injury, or fire hazard could result from improper connection of this instrument. Read and understand this manual before connecting this instrument. Follow all installation and operating instructions while using this instrument.
Overview, continued AVERTISSEMENT Si l'instrument est mal connecté, la mort, des blessures graves, ou un danger d'incendie peuvent s'en suivre. Lisez attentivement ce manuel avant de connecter l'instrument. Lorsque vous utilisez l'instrument, suivez toutes les instructions d'installation et de service. Cet instrument doit être connecté conformément au National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-2005) des Etats-Unis et à toutes les exigences de sécurité applicables à votre installation.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections WARNING To avoid the risk of electric shock or burns, always connect the safety (or earth) ground before making any other connections. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or physical injury it is strongly recommended to fuse the voltage measurement inputs. Fuses must be located as close to the load as possible to maximize protection.
Overview, continued Voltage and current connections This section contains diagrams of both voltage and current probe connections that are required when power measurements are to be made. Voltage: Voltage probes are connected to the individual source or load line and are referenced to the return (common) line voltage probe connection for greatest accuracy. Current: Current probes are connected to each line and positioned to measure currents with reference to the voltage probe.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Verifying Voltage and Current Connections Introduction Correct voltage and current connection of single phase, split phase, or polyphase connections can be verified using phasor diagrams. Phasor diagrams are graphic representations that show the magnitude and angular relationship of voltage and current for each phase of a monitored connection.
Verifying Voltage and Current Connections, continued Incorrect current phasor diagram Phasor displays that show incorrect current probe connection can be corrected by reconnecting the probe so that the arrow on the probe handle points toward the load. The PowerVisa is able to display diagrams of the various wiring configurations to assist users in the selection of circuit type appropriate for their application (see Chapter 5 Start Menu - Circuit Type Selection on page 5-11).
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Single Phase Introduction When making voltage connections to a single phase circuit use channel A differential inputs as shown below. The figure also shows voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional. NOTE Be sure to connect the current probe with the arrow on the handle pointing towards the load or an erroneous power reading will result.
Split Phase Split Phase Introduction When making split phase measurements, use both channels A and B for voltage and current connections. The neutral is chosen as the reference for measurement purposes. The figure also shows voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections 3 Phase, Four Wire Wye Introduction Channels A, B, and C are connected to voltage and current probes. The neutral is connected to common and is the reference for the three channels. The figure also shows voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional.
3 Phase (Floating or Grounded) Delta 3 Phase (Floating or Grounded) Delta Introduction In this power connection, the PowerVisa uses voltage channels A, B, and C as differential inputs with channel A using source voltage A-B, channel B using B-C, and channel C using C-A as the reference. Current probes are connected to channels A, B, and C. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections 3 Phase 2-Watt Delta Introduction The figure below shows the 3 Phase 2-Watt delta connection using phase channels AB-C. Current probes are connected to channels A and B. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional.
Generic Circuit Generic Circuit Introduction In the Generic circuit connection, the PowerVisa uses voltage channels A, B, C, and D as differential inputs. Current probes are connected to channels A, B, C, and D.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections 2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel B Introduction Channels A and C are connected to voltage. Current probes are connected to channels A, B and C. The neutral is connected to common and is the reference for the three channels. The figure also shows voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional.
2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel C 2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel C Introduction Channels A and B are connected to voltage. Current probes are connected to channels A, B and C. The neutral is connected to common and is the reference for the three channels. The figure also shows voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Neutral to ground measurements are important but optional.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Connecting to a Potential Transformer Safety Precautions Follow the safety precautions listed on page E-3 when making all potential transformer connections. NOTE Potential Transformers are not manufactured by Dranetz-BMI and are discussed here for informational purposes only.
Connecting to a Potential Transformer Procedure Follow these steps to connect voltage probes to a potential transformer. Step Scale factor E-16 Action 1 Turn off power to the PT. 2 Connect the colored voltage probes to the channel inputs on the PowerVisa top panel. 3 Connect the colored voltage probes to the PT’s connections in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 4 Turn on power to the PT. The scale factor of the PT must be accounted for in making accurate voltage measurements.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Connecting to a Current Transformer (CT) Safety precautions The following safety precautions apply to current transformer (CT) connections in addition to those safety precautions stated on page E-3. • Never energize a CT with the secondary open. • Never disconnect the secondary of a CT with primary energized. WARNING Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions related to the CT for exact information for connections for current monitoring.
Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO) Introduction Low current monitoring devices made by Dranetz are called isolated current transformers or ISO boxes. The Dranetz-BMI ISO box has a 5 A current range. Safety precautions The following safety precautions apply to ISO box connections in addition to those safety precautions stated on page E-3. • Never energize an ISO box with the secondary open.
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Connections to ISO box (continued) When connecting to CTs, the X1 terminal is normally connected to the H1 terminal of the device for correct reference phasing. Where power measurements or voltage/current phase relationships are not important, the X1 and X2 terminals may be connected in series with the output device in any line (hot or return) or in any relationship of X1/X2. Applications ISO boxes can be used in a number of ways.
Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer, continued CAUTION DO NOT exceed current limits of the ISO box. PRECAUCION NO exceda los límites de corriente de la caja del ISO. ATTENTION NE PAS dépasser les limites d’intensité du transformateur ISO. VORSICHT Die aktuellen Grenzwerte für den ISO-Kasten sollten NICHT überschritten werden. ISO box connection to a CT Scale factor = 3.
A P P E N D I X F Event Classification Range of Variations as per IEEE, IEC, and Dranetz-BMI Events characterization implemented in the PowerVisa adheres to the IEEE 1159 and IEC 61000-4-30 Class A measurement standards. The range of variations as per IEEE and IEC standards are featured below, along with quality test measurements developed by Dranetz-BMI.
Event Classification, continued Range of Variations as per IEEE, IEC, and Dranetz-BMI (continued) IEEE 1159 IEC 61000-4-30 (deviations from IEEE 1159 only are noted) Dranetz-BMI no more than one transition in each direction ringing freq following initial transition IEC classification for transients are undefined, as of version approved in 2003.
APPENDIX F/ Event Classification Range of Variations as per IEEE, IEC, and Dranetz-BMI (continued) IEEE 1159 IEC 61000-4-30 (deviations from IEEE 1159 only are noted) Dranetz-BMI Waveform Distortion (measured as steady state values from 10/12 cycle calculations) DC Offset frequency range magnitude Harmonics frequency range magnitude Interharmonics frequency range magnitude Notching frequency range magnitude Noise frequency range magnitude 0 - 0.
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A P P E N D I X G PowerVisa Menu Structure Menu structure description The PowerVisa menu screen maps are shown in the following pages. Use the Level number and Heading as guide to navigate through the different menu screens. Each screen contains touch screen buttons which lead to related functions. In this appendix The following screen maps are shown in this appendix. Level No.
LEVEL 001 Home Screen To Level 300 To Level 220 MARK301 MARK221 To Level 240 To Level 200 MARK201 MARK241 PVISA001 MARK431 MARK151 To Level 150 To Level 430 MARK100 MARK501 To Level 400 To Level 100/1 PVISA491 To Level 470 G-2
LEVEL 100/1 Start Menu - Automatic Setup MARK100 To Level 001 VISA123 MARK101a MARK104 MARK104a MARK103a G-3
LEVEL 100/2(a) Start Menu - Wizard Setup MARK100 To Level 001 MARK101 MARK104 MARK105 MARK105b MARK107 MARK108 MARK102 MARK103 MARK110 To Level 108 cont.
LEVEL 100/2(b) Start Menu - Wizard Setup MARK109 GUIA111 GUIA111b MARK112 MARK112b To Level 112 VISA113 VISA114 VISA115 G-4/b
LEVEL 100/3a Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit MARK100 MARK121 PVISA122 MARK123 PVISA124 MARK125a VISA141 TO LEVEL 100/3b MARK136 MARK123b VISA123 G-5/a
LEVEL 100/3b Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit VISA125c MARK125a VISA125 VISA131 VISA125d VISA126 PVISA132 VISA127 monitoring turns on upon start time (see screen below) VISA129 PVISA122 G-5/b
LEVEL 100/4 Start Menu - Load Setup Template from Card MARK100 VISA138 VISA139 LEVEL 100/5 Start Menu - Load Data from Card MARK100 VISA140 G-6
LEVEL 150 Instrument Settings MARK151 VISA152 MARK157 PVISA155 MARK159 MARK156 MARK160 MARK158 G-7
LEVEL 108 Circuit Type Selection MARK108 MARK108a MARK108b MARK201 See Level 100/1 MARK108c MARK108d To Level 200 MARK241 MARK108e To Level 240 MARK108f MARK108g G-8
LEVEL 200 Scope Mode MARK201 MARK202 MARK205 G-9
LEVEL 300/1 Meter Mode - Standard MARK301PG MARK302PG MARK307PG MARK303PG MARK306PG MARK304PG MARK305PG G-10
LEVEL 300/2 Meter Mode - Distortion MARK311PG MARK312PG MARK316PG MARK313PG MARK315PG MARK314PG G-11
MARK221 LEVEL 220 Harmonics switch channel display toggle between graphical harmonics and list of harmonics switch to V, I, or W MARK235 MARK235b MARK236 MARK237 MARK237b MARK236b MARK236c MARK235c toggle between Normalized and UnNormalized phase values MARK236d MARK236e MARK235d G-12
LEVEL 240 Phasor Display MARK241 run demo to show rotating phasor relative to sine wave graph of 4 Wire Wye MARK242 switch demo between Resistive, Inductive and Capacitive load effects MARK245 MARK243 Start/Stop demo plot waveforms as rotate phasors switch demo between Resistive, Inductive and Capacitive load effects MARK244 G-13
LEVEL 112_101 Advanced Options Transient Limit MARK112 MARK112_101 MARK112_102 MARK112_104 MARK112_105 MARK112_107 MARK112_106 G-14
MARK112 LEVEL 112_201 Advanced Options RMS Variation Limit MARK112_201 MARK112_202 MARK112_209 MARK112_203 MARK112_204 MARK112_205 MARK112_206 G-15
LEVEL 112_301 Advanced Options Waveform Capture MARK112 MARK112_207 MARK112_208 LEVEL 112_401 Advanced Options Characterizer Options MARK112 MARK112_214 G-16
LEVEL 112_501 Advanced Options Journal Limit MARK112 MARK112_301pg MARK112_302b MARK112_311 MARK112_331 MARK112_312 MARK112_332 MARK112_313 MARK112_333 MARK112_314 MARK112_334 MARK112_315 MARK112_335 MARK112_316 MARK112_336 G-17
Level 112_601 Advanced Options Journal Interval MARK112 MARK112_401 MARK112_402 MARK112_403 MARK112_404 MARK112_405 G-18
LEVEL 112_701 Advanced Options EN50160 Options MARK112b MARK112c G-19
PVISA124 LEVEL 400 Events MARK505 MARK505bpg MARK506bpg MARK502b MARK506cpg toggle between waveform and rms display TO LEVEL 401 MARK507pg MARK519b use scroll bar or up/down arrow keys to sort through event list, then press to select (highlight) desired event entry MARK503 touch/drag blue zoom box to desired proportion MARK508bpg MARK510bpg MARK504 G-20
LEVEL 401 Event Options MARK500 MARK511 MARK512 press Clear to reset all checkboxes press Cancel to ignore changes and return to original plot MARK513 G-21
LEVEL 430 Trend MARK431 MARK432 MARK433PG MARK434 MARK436 MARK435 MARK437 MARK438 MARK437b MARK439 MARK440 MARK441 G-22
PVISA491 LEVEL 470(a) Reports – EN50160 To Level 470(b) MARK471 MARK472 MARK478 MARK473 return to Home screen MARK479 MARK476 MARK480 MARK474 MARK477 MARK475 until Harm #25 G-23/a
LEVEL 470(b) Reports – PQ Status MARK491b MARK602 return to Home screen MARK609 MARK610 MARK603 MARK611 MARK612 MARK433pg MARK613 MARK615 G-23/b
