User’s Guide MAVOWATT20 ENERGY PLATFORM 3-349-587-03 1/2.
MAVOWATT 20 ENERGY PLATFORM Energy Platform USER GUIDE TM
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 70-2008) 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 a un sistema eléctrico se debe realizar en conformidad con el Código Eléctrico Nacional (ANSI/NFPA 70-2008) de los E.E.U.U., 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 Energy Platform, 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 “Energy Platform”, 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 Energy Platform. • 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 ii CHAPTER 1 - Getting Started Overview ............................................................................................................................... Unpacking the Energy Platform ..............................
Table of Contents, Continued CHAPTER 4 - Instrument Settings Overview ............................................................................................................................... Access Instrument Settings Menu ......................................................................................... Time and Date Settings.......................................................................................................... Select Language................................................
Table of Contents, Continued Demand Parameters............................................................................................................... Journal Limit.......................................................................................................................... Journal Interval for Timed Readings ..................................................................................... -5 6 6-8 6-12 CHAPTER 7 - View Event Data Overview ...........................................
Table of Contents, Continued APPENDIX C - Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Overview ............................................................................................................................... Battery Specifications............................................................................................................ Battery Pack Safety Precautions............................................................................................ Battery Pack Replacement.....
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C HA P T E R 1 Getting Started Overview Energy Platform The Dranetz-BMI Energy PlatformTM is a portable, hand-held, eight-channel demand description and energy meter/monitor. This advanced power 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 Energy Platform Introduction For maximum protection against possible shipping damage, the Energy Platform 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.
Standard Accessories Standard Accessories Standard accessories The following table lists the Energy Platform's standard accessories. Description Standard Software Accessories Energy PlatformTM Report Writer (EPRW) Standard Hardware Accessories Cable Set Easel AC Adapter *US Power Cord *European Power Cord *United Kingdom Power Cord *Australian Power Cord Notice: Charge Battery Energy Platform User Guide (CD) Energy Platform Quick Reference Guide *User specified, one standard only.
CH 1/ Getting Started Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, and Connectors Dimensions Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform shown with rubber boot installed.
Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform 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.
Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continued Bottom view The bottom view features a slot to hold the data card. The bottom also features LED indicators and the On/Off power button. See below for descriptions of the data card slot, indicators, and power button. 1 Parts table 1-8 Part 2 3 4 5 Function 1 Data Card Slot. Holds and connects data card to internal circuitry. Eject data card by pushing data card release. 2 Battery Charge Indicator.
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 Energy Platform Users can upgrade the Energy Platform internal program by downloading the latest firmware web firmware update release from the web and installing it into the Energy Platform internal upgrade memory. Refer to the instructions below on how to upgrade the Energy Platform firmware. Firmware upgrades for the Energy Platform can be downloaded from the Dranetz-BMI 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 Energy firmware upgrade to the Energy Platform. Platform Step Action 1 Make sure that the unit is off. If not, press the Energy Platform 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.
Energy Platform Features Energy Platform Features Touch screen function All Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform can monitor the following power configurations: • Single Phase • 3 Phase 2-Watt Meter Delta • Split Phase • 2 1/2 Element without VB • 3 Phase Wye • 2 1/2 Element without VC While monitoring any of the above configurations, the Energy Platform can also be connected to monitor neutral to ground voltage and neutral or ground current, where applicable.
Basic Operation Basic Operation Introduction The normal power source for the Energy Platform is its internal battery pack. The AC Adapter/Battery Charger is used to charge the battery. Always charge the battery fully before use. The Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform and display the Home screen. Step Action 1 Connect ac adapter/battery charger plug into the right side of Energy Platform. 2 Plug the ac adapter into an ac power source. 3 Press the Energy Platform On/Off power button to turn the unit on. Result: The Home screen will be displayed.
Basic Operation, continued Home screen icons Home screen contains the following icons used to access various Energy Platform 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 HA P T E R 2 Voltage Measurement Cable and Current Probe Connections Overview Introduction This section describes how to connect the Energy Platform 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 70-2008) de EE. UU., además de cualquier otra norma de seguridad correspondiente a su establecimiento.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections WARNUNG Der falsche Anschluß dieses Gerätes kann Tod, schwere Verletzungen oder Feuer verursachen. Bevor Sie dieses Instrument anschließen, müssen Sie die Anleitung lesen und verstanden haben. Bei der Verwendung dieses Instruments müssen alle Installation- und Betriebsanweisungen beachtet werden.
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-G6. 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 EP-11.vsd 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.
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. • Channel D input has plus (+) and minus (-) differential inputs. All voltage inputs have a range 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 EP-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. EP-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 Energy Platform. 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, TR2510, DRANFLEX 3000XL/6000XL, and DRANFLEX 3003XL/6003XL.
Connecting Current Probes, continued Typical current probes EP-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 Typical current probes (continued) Photos of DRANFLEX probes are also shown below. These types of probes are available in lengths of 24, 36 and 48 inches and in two maximum ranges of 3000A RMS and 6000A RMS. Contact Dranetz-BMI Customer Service Department for more information on current probes, pricing and availability. DRANFLEX Current Probes DRANFLEX 3000XL/6000XL current probes allow current measurements in the range of 0.5 to 3000 A full scale, or 0.
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections 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. EP-15.
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C HA P T E R 3 View Real Time Data Overview Introduction The Energy Platform allows users to view demand/energy 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. Volts/Amps channel labels and RMS values for displayed waveforms 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, Distortion and Advanced tabs. Meter screens are displayed in tabular form. NOTE: Meter mode operation does not interfere with any of Energy Platform’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 Basic Voltage & Amps, Computed Basic, Power, Demand, Energy, Harmonics, and Advanced Energy 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 Energy Platform is able to meter distortions or uncharacteristic changes in the list waveform 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 Power Signed Phase Harmonic Power (for A, B, C, D)
Advanced Meter Tab Advanced Meter Tab Advanced meter Advanced Energy/Demand include various energy parameters on per phase and total list basis as well as in forward and reverse mode.
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Advanced meter list (continued) Advanced Tab Advanced Energy (for A, B, C, D, Total) Parameter Name Label Forward Fundamental Frequency Watt Hours Fwd Whr Forward Fundamental Frequency Volts Ampere Reactive Hours Fwd VAR Hr Reverse Fundamental Frequency Rev Whr Watt Hours Reverse Fundamental Frequency Rev VAR Hr Volts Ampere Reactive Hours 3-11
Overview Section C Harmonics Overview Harmonics display The Energy Platform 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 Harmonic detail The Energy Platform allows users to determine the numbers or the range of harmonic display 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 The 5 Hz bins adjacent to the harmonic bin are grouped together for the harmonic magnitude. For example, at 60 Hz, 175+180+185 bins form the 3rd harmonic. All of the rest of the 5 Hz bins in between such are used to compute the interharmonic magnitude. 3.0% 2.5% 2.0% 1.5% 1.0% 0.5% 0.
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 3-14. 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 3-19). 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, The following diagrams describe the positive phase rotation of voltage and current three wire wye phasors (for Resistive, Inductive and Capacitive loads) for a three phase, three wire rotation wye 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 HA P T E R 4 Instrument Settings Overview Introduction This chapter describes the miscellaneous tasks that users can perform to keep the Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform On/Off power button to turn the unit on. The Home screen will be displayed. EP001 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: 13:00:00 for 1:00 PM). • Press OK to accept changes in time settings. • Press Cancel to discard changes in time settings. NOTE: Clock time and format can be changed anytime following this same procedure.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Select Language Select Language The Energy Platform 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. NOTE: Language options vary depending on unit model.
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 Energy Platform 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 3: 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 4. MARK167 STEP 4: 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 Energy Platform to communicate to external devices using the optional Isolated Communications Module assemblies or modem.
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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. This 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. • Card Status indicates status condition of the card inserted in the data card slot.
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.
Date Card, continued Format/View data card (continued) Action... Result... STEP 4: For better memory management operation, Energy Platform allows you to segment data into maximum file size limits of 32 MB, 64 MB, 128 MB or 256 MB. Select the file size increment by which you want your data stored in card. • Press OK to accept changes in file size limit settings. • Press Cancel to discard changes in file size settings.
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Reset to Factory Configuration Definition Factory configurations are the default settings of all programmable features of the Energy Platform as it left the factory. Procedure Follow these steps to reset the Energy Platform to its factory configuration. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Reset to Factory Defaults.
Reset to Factory Configuration, continued Factory default settings Dranetz-BMI has set the default values for the various parameters of the Energy Platform.
C HA P T E R 5 Start Menu Overview Start menu options The Start Menu allows users to perform the following: set up the Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform On/Off power button to turn the unit on. The Home screen will be displayed. EP001 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 and sets the parameter thresholds depending on the detected circuit type, nominal voltage and current values, and monitoring mode specified by the user.
CH 5/ Start Menu 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 Wizard Setup. • 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 Energy Platform 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 5-12.
Circuit Type Selection Circuit Type Selection Circuit setup The Energy Platform 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 5-17.
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. Frequency Class: Check to select the power system that define the frequency range of distribution of the monitored system. • Standard frequency range is 16 Hz. • Fast frequency 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 Energy Platform analog signal Frequency synchronization processing circuits is controlled by analyzing the external AC voltage signal input on channel A. If sync is lost, then internal sync is automatically selected. The frequency used for internal is entered under Frequency on the Nominal Values screen (see page 514).
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 Energy Platform provides two 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... STEP 1: From the Choose Monitoring Mode screen, select monitoring mode, then press Next to display Advanced Options.
Site Name/Memory Card Site Name/Memory Card Where you can save data The Energy Platform 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 loaded in the data card slot in order to record data. Data card size The Energy Platform supports Compact Flash data card with part number CFDATADB which at minimum has a usable memory space of 4GB.
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. EP114 • Press .. . .. .to erase a character.
CH 5/ Start Menu The Energy Platform 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: • 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. if the site name is Energy Platform Site, the filename will be Energy Platform Site 00.DDB).
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. However, the rest of the function keys, including date style and clock style, are operable even while monitoring status is ON.
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/off any available parameters and 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. • Press the parameter whose default threshold settings you want to review and/or enable/ disable.
Overview Section D Load Setup Template from Card Overview Introduction The Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform 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 HA 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 the Energy Platform is designed to capture data no matter what the setup is, users are able to configure combinations of setups unique to their task applications. Definitions Setup: A fixed condition of parameter thresholds based on IEEE 1159 rms voltage variation, that determines what will constitute an event.
Advanced Options Menu Advanced Options Menu Advanced menu Advanced Options lists the threshold parameters available for review or modification. settings The Energy Platform 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. • To enable/disable limits for rms variations, press RMS Variation Limit. Go to page 6-3.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options 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 preset as high limits (threshold above the programmed limit) and low limits (threshold below the programmed limit).
RMS Variation Limit, continued Procedure to record rms variation Energy Platform allows users to enable/disable the trigger channels/parameters for rms variations. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press RMS Variation Limit. The rms limits are set by the system and not programmable by the user. • Users have the option to Enable/Disable the trigger channels/parameters set for rms variation recording at +/- 10% of nominal.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Demand Parameters The Energy Platform provides an interface to help users monitor and manage energy Demand parameter setup consumption including utility costs and the ability to determine carbon footprint. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Advanced Options screen, press Dmd Params. • Choose the category you want to set and then click on Select. • To set the Billing cycle start Day-Month, proceed to Step 2 below.
Demand Parameters, continued Demand parameter setup (continued) Action... Result... STEP 3: Use Start of week to determine the exact day when the weekly reporting will start. • Press he t Start of week button repeatedly to display the following selection values: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat or Sun. • Press OK to accept changes in the day of week setting . • Press Cancel to retain previous setting and return to Demand Parameters screen.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Demand parameter setup (continued) Action... Result... STEP 5: Use Demand Unit to set the unit of measure for demand energy. • Press Demand Unit to display the following selection values: Watts Total, VA Total, VAR Total. • Press OK to accept changes in parameter settings. • Press Cancel to retain previous setting and return to Demand Parameters screen.
Journal Limit Journal Limit Journal entry settings Energy Platform 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).
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options 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. EP112_300 STEP 2: Press to select the journal parameter you want to set up.
Journal Limit, continued 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.
CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Journal Parameter List (continued) 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 Energy Platform 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.
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C HA P T E R 7 View Event Data Overview Types of data display Energy Platform offers a graphical and easy to navigate display of event list and trend data. The firmware architecture of the Energy Platform is designed to engage in various stages of acquisition, communication, and visualization of event list and journalled data. Event List: Event List displays a summary of all captured events in the order that they occurred.
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 Energy Platform and computer is necessary. The Energy PlatformTM Report Writer or DranView® program is required to retrieve event and trend data in the computer. See Chapter 9 - Downloading Events for more information on these applications.
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 for the procedure on how to capture events by turning monitoring on.
Overview Section A Event List Overview 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.
CH 7/ View Event Data Section B Trend Overview Trend categories Energy Platform 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, standard demand, energy, and harmonics. 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 he t 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 7-9.
CH 7/ View Event Data RMS settings The Energy Platform provides setup options to measure rms data per second. The RMS Voltage and RMS Current parameters are available under Journal Categories - Standard List. EP436 EP436b 1-Sec RMS: Each rms value is computed over 1 second’s worth of data points (which is 1/60th of a second @ 60 Hz). NOTE: Data for 1-Sec sampling rates apply only to rms parameters.
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C HA P T E R 8 Reports Overview Report types Users have the option to view demand and energy reports. Each report has their own method of presenting data status. Each also differs on the length of evaluation period to monitor compliance. From the Home screen, press Reports. EP470a NOTE: Where applicable, the values reported within a parameter in the panel refer to measurements on channels A, B, C, and D respectively.
Demand and Energy Report Demand and Energy Report Setup options The report panel allows you to toggle between Demand or Energy parameters. By default, the Demand parameters are first shown on screen. Click on the Energy button to show preset parameters for Energy setup. EP470 EP602 The following are the two presets available: Demand includes basic power parameters such as volts, amps, watts, event counters, and THD.
CH 8/ Reports Preset parameters The table below shows the default parameters on display in the report panel.
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C HA P T E R 9 Downloading Events Overview In this chapter The Energy Platform allows users to download, archive and view event data in a computer. This section describes the standard and optional software applications that allow users to transfer and store Energy Platform data files to a computer.
Viewing Events via EPRW Viewing Events via EPRW EPRW program Energy PlatformTM Report Writer (EPRW) is a standard accessory included with every Energy Platform unit shipped. EPRW summarizes your survey, producing easy to read reports including: rms voltage and current, harmonics, demand and energy, time of use and energy cost calculations using your energy rates. Reports are created in RTF (rich text format) for easy use with any text editor. Data can also be exported to a .
CH 9/ Downloading Events Viewing Events via DranView® DranView® with For more advanced applications, Energy Platform is fully compatible with the full Energy Platform DranView software that provides advanced analysis in an easy to use program. driver DranView also has advanced features such as bookmarks, zooming, rubber banding, balloon annotations, and math functions. DranView® is an optional viewer and data analysis software.
® 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. Energy Platform, PX5, and PowerVisa.
CH 9/ Downloading Events Installation procedure (continued) STEP 2: A HASP that can be keyed to the USB port (see figure below) is available. To use the HASP, insert in the appropriate USB 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. The HASP is programmed to allow DranView® to work with a specific Dranetz-BMI product.
® DranView with HASP, continued Installation procedure (continued) STEP 3: Start DranView®. Double-click the DranView® icon at any time to start DranView®. For additional information, refer to the on-line Help documentation included in the DranView® application or the DranView® User’s Guide. The Getting Started section of the User’s Guide provides a complete description of how to use DranView®. NOTE: If the HASP is not inserted (or is not detected), DranView® will operate in DEMO mode only.
A P P E N D I X A Optional Accessories Overview Introduction This appendix lists the optional accessories for Energy Platform. It covers the hardware accessories available for use with the Energy Platform and the Dranetz-BMI software application 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 RMS TR-2500A Current Probe, 100m A to 1.
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 CA4300 Adapter Cable, 4300/FLEX CA4300FLEX Adapter Cable, for RR3035A or RR6035A Probes CA4300BNC
Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions, continued Hardware Accessories List (continued) Accessory Part Number Miscellaneous Hardware (continued) Battery Pack, 7.2V, 2.7Ah BP-PX5 External Battery Charger/UPS XBC-PX5 External Battery Charger with FLEX 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 Energy Platform: models TR2500/A, TR2510, TR2520/A, TR2530/A, TR2540/A, TR2550/A, TR2019B, TR2021, TR2022A, TR2023. The Energy Platform supports both DRANFLEX and FLEXIBLE 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 Energy Platform supports the use of Compact Flash cards in its native format, without the need for PC card adapter. The CFDATA-DB has a minimum of 4GB of usable memory space. 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 Software Accessories List Accessories List Accessory Part Number DranView DranView® Software Package with HASP for USB Port: supports all Dranetz-BMI products including Energy Platform, PX5, PowerVisa and PowerGuia with MATH, PQDIF driver supports Energy Platform; PX5; PowerVisa; PowerGuia DVP-PX supports Energy Platform; PX5; PowerVisa; PowerGuia with MATH, PQDIF driver DVE-PX Replacement Hasp for Energy Platform, PX5 and PowerVisa DranView® application DVE-ALL HA
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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: 3 single ended (A, B, C), DC coupled; 1 differential (D) 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-6 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-6 for sign information. TPFVector-Tot = WATT Tot VA Vector Tot See Note on page B-6 for sign information. Displacement Power Factor, Arithmetic Total DPFArithmetic Tot = Displacement Power Factor, Vector Total VA Arithmetic Tot fund See Note on page B-6 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.
TR2500 Current Probe 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. Frequency range: 48 to 3000 Hz Output signal: 3 mV/A Maximum conductor size: 1.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications 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.
DRANFLEX 3000XL/6000XL Current Probes DRANFLEX 3000XL and 6000XL Current Probes Guidelines DRANFLEX 3000XL/6000XL current probes allow current measurements in the range of 0.5 to 3000 A full scale, or 0.5 to 6000 A full scale. Available in three sizes: 24” probe length - conductor(s) up to 8” diameter; 36” probe length - conductor(s) up to 11” diameter; 48” probe length - conductor(s) up to 17” diameter. Specifications Range: 30 / 300 A Range: ±1% of reading ± 0.
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications DRANFLEX 3003XL and 6003XL Current Probes Guidelines DRANFLEX 3003XL/6003XL are 3-Phase Current probes comprising of 3 Rogowski probes and a 3 channel integrator. These probes allow current measurements in 3-Phase circuits in the range of 0.5 to 3000 A full scale, or 0.5 to 6000 A full scale. Available in three sizes: 24” probe length - conductor(s) up to 8” diameter; 36” probe length conductor(s) up to 11” diameter; 48” probe length - conductor(s) up to 17” diameter.
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A P P E N D I X C Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Overview Introduction The internal battery pack used in Energy Platform functions as the primary power source and UPS. Always charge the battery fully before using the unit. The Energy Platform will fully charge its internal battery in six (6) hours. Energy Platform uses a non-volatile flash memory for backup that is not operator replaceable. The flash memory will store data temporarily.
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 Energy Platform 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 Energy Platform 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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APP E ND IX 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 70-2008) 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 Energy Platform 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).
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. 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.
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.
3 Phase 2-Watt Delta 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.
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.
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.
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-14 Action 1 Turn off power to the PT. 2 Connect the colored voltage probes to the channel inputs on the Energy Platform 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.
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 per IEEE standard Events characterization implemented in the Energy Platform adheres to the IEEE 1159 measurement standards. The range of variations as per IEEE standards are featured below.
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A P P E N D IX G Energy Platform Menu Structure Menu structure description The Energy Platform 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 EP301 MARK221 To Level 240 To Level 200 EP241 MARK201 EP124 EP151 EP431 To Level 150 To Level 430 To Level 400 EP470 EP100 EP501 To Level 100/1 To Level 470 G-2
LEVEL 100/1 Start Menu - Automatic Setup EP100 To Level 001 EP123 EP101 EP104a EP104 EP104b EP104c G-3
LEVEL 100/2(a) Start Menu - Wizard Setup EP100 To Level 001 MARK101 EP104a MARK105 MARK105b EP107 EP108 MARK102 MARK103 MARK110 To Level 108 cont.
LEVEL 100/2(b) Start Menu - Wizard Setup MARK109 EP111 EP112 To Level 112 EP113 EP114 EP115 G-4/b
LEVEL 100/3a Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit EP100 EP121 EP122 EP125 EP123 EP123a EP141 TO LEVEL 100/3b EP136 EP123b EP123c G-5/a
LEVEL 100/3b Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit EP125b EP125 EP125a EP129 EP125c EP126 EP130 EP127 monitoring turns on upon start time (see screen below) EP128 EP131 G-5/b
LEVEL 100/4 Start Menu - Load Setup Template from Card EP100 EP138 EP139 LEVEL 100/5 Start Menu - Load Data from Card EP100 EP140 G-6
LEVEL 150 Instrument Settings EP151 EP152 EP155 MARK156 MARK157 MARK159 EP160 MARK158 G-7
LEVEL 108 Circuit Type Selection EP108 EP108a EP201 See Level 100/1 EP108b To Level 200 EP241 EP108c EP108d To Level 240 EP108e G-8
LEVEL 200 Scope Mode EP201 MARK202 MARK205 G-9
LEVEL 300/1 Meter Mode - Standard EP301 EP302 EP303 EP304 EP307 EP306 EP305 G-10
LEVEL 300/2 Meter Mode - Distortion EP311 EP312 EP316 EP313 EP315 EP314 G-11
LEVEL 300/3 Meter Mode - Advanced EP341 EP342 EP343 G-12
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-13
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-14
LEVEL 112_101 Advanced Options RMS Variation Limit EP112 EP112_101 G-15
EP112 LEVEL 112_201 Advanced Options Demand Parameters EP112_200 EP112_201 EP112_202 EP112_203 EP112_205a EP112_204 EP112_205 EP112_205b EP112_206 EP112_207 EP112_209a EP112_208 EP112_209b EP112_209 G-16
LEVEL 112_301 Advanced Options Journal Limit EP112_310 EP112_311 EP112_312 EP112_313 EP112_314 EP112_315 EP112_300 MARK112_331 MARK112_332 EP112 EP112_341 EP112_351 EP112_342 MARK112_333 MARK112_334 MARK112_335 MARK112_336 G-17
Level 112_401 Advanced Options Journal Interval EP112 EP112_400 EP112_401 EP112_402 EP112_403 G-18
LEVEL 400 Events EP124 EP501 G-19
LEVEL 430 Trend EP431 EP432 EP434 EP433 MARK436 EP439 EP435 EP437 EP438 EP437b EP440 EP441 G-20
LEVEL 470 Reports – Demand & Energy EP470 return to Home screen EP602 G-21
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