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DENT Instruments ELITEpro XC Operator's Manual

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January 12, 2016
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Guide ELITEpro XC ™ ELOG™ 15 Software ™ ™ ELITEpro XC /ELOG January 12, 2016 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 2 You now own one of the world’s most versatile, accurate, feature-rich, and lowest priced power/energy loggers, the ELITEpro XC™. The ELITEpro XC logger contains many features, some of which enable you to measure data across multiple platforms, view and graph real-time data, and retrieve data remotely.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ELITEpro XC TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................14 ELITEpro XC CONNECTIONS ....................16 DENT INSTRUMENTS WARRANTY STATEMENT ..............17 SECTION I: Installing, Setting Up, and Using the ELITEpro XC™ ........... 19 Install the ELOG Software on the Computer.................. 19 Mount the ELITEpro XC ........................20 ELITEpro XC Connections ......................
  • Page 4 Creating and Using the Logger Setup Tables ................. 38 Create a New Setup Table ....................... 38 Open an Existing Setup Table on Your PC ................39 Retrieve an Existing Setup Table from the ELITEpro XC ............40 Configure the Setup Table ....................... 41 Data Logging Controls ......................42 Start Options ........................
  • Page 5 Tools Menu ..........................83 PC Setup ..........................83 Update Logger Firmware (ELITEpro XC only) ..............84 Restore Hidden Messages....................84 Data Menu ..........................85 Create New Graph ......................85 Graph Options ........................88 Retrieve Data From Logger ....................89 Open Data File ........................89 Export Data File .........................
  • Page 6 USB (Standard) ........................117 Ethernet LAN (Standard) ....................... 118 Wi-Fi and Wireless Access Point Connection (Optional) ............121 ELITEpro XC as its own Access Point ................121 ELITEpro XC Connected to a Wireless Network .............. 123 Accessing the ELITEpro ....................125 Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Connections ................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The measurements are stored in on-board, non-volatile memory in a time series format at an interval selected by the user. The ELITEpro XC can be mounted anywhere with its magnetic back and is small enough to be secured inside the electrical panel.

  • Page 8: Elitepro Xc Safety Summary And Specifications

    4RH8 E186827 The ELITEpro XC is an Over-Voltage Category III device. Use approved rubber gloves with mechanical protection and goggles when operating the device. CAUTION: This LOGGER may contain life-threatening voltages. QUALIFIED PERSONNEL MUST disconnect all high voltage wiring before using or servicing the LOGGER.
  • Page 9 CT-RXX-1310-U (RōCoil), CTRXX-A4-U (RōCoil), CT-CON-1000-X, CT-CON-0150EZ-X and the CT-SRL-XXX. The use of any other CT will invalidate the UL Listing of the ELITEpro XC. Pulse: Use only "dry contact" non-energized pulse inputs (ELITEpro SP only). Use of energized pulse initiators can cause damage to the logger and a potential shock hazard to the user.
  • Page 10 Battery Life: The lithium battery is only used to maintain the date and clock settings during power failure and has a life expectancy of greater than 10 years. Contact DENT Instruments for service. No accessories are approved for use with the ELITEpro XC other than those specified in the DENT Instruments product literature and price sheets.

  • Page 11: Elitepro Xc Résumé De Sécurité Et Spécifications

    600V. Le dépassement de cette tension peut causer des dommages à l'appareil et du danger pour l'utilisateur. Utiliser toujours le potentiel transformateur (PT) pour des charges de plus de 600V. Le ELITEpro XC est un appareil à 600 V de surtension de catégorie III. Se débarrasser de correctement.
  • Page 12 IN: 6-10 VDC, 500 mA OUT: 6 VDC, 200 mA maximum USB port LIMITATIONS DE DÉTECTEUR UTILISEZ SEULEMENT TRANSFORMATEURS DE COURANT (TC) SHUNTÉE. N’utilisez pas d'autres TC. Utilisez seulement des TC shuntée avec une puissance maximale 333mV. Un sérieux risque de décharge électrique et des dommages à l'enregistreur peut se produire si des TC pas shuntée sont utilisés.
  • Page 13 Il n'y a aucun entretien requis avec le ELITEpro XC. Respectez les points suivants: Nettoyage: Aucun agents de nettoyage, y compris l'eau, doit être utilisé sur le ELITEpro XC. Espérance de Vie de la Batterie: La pile au lithium est utilisée uniquement pour maintenir les paramètres de date et d'heure en cas de coupure de le courant et a une espérance de vie de plus de 10...

  • Page 14: Elitepro Xc Technical Specifications

    ELITEpro XC TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specification Description Memory 16 MB non-volatile Single Phase-Two Wire, Single Phase-Three Wire, Three Phase-Four Wire (WYE), Three Service Types Phase-Three Wire (DELTA), DC Systems (solar/battery). Voltage Channels 3 channels, CAT III, 0-600 VAC (line-to-line) or 600 VDC Current Channels 4 channels, .67 VAC max, +/- 1 VDC max;...
  • Page 15 Power From L1 Phase to L2 Phase. 80-600V (AC or DC) CAT III DC/50/60Hz, 125 mA, 5 W, or 10 VA max. Line Power Supply Non-user replaceable .5 Amp internal fuse protection. Power In (optional) 6-10 VDC maximum, 500 mA minimum Mechanical Operating Temperature -7 to + 60°C (20 to 140°F)

  • Page 16: Elitepro Xc Connections

    USB Connection Logging On/Comm LED ™ PhaseChek LEDs Terminal Block for Analog Input Connections Optional Wi-Fi—External 5 dbi antenna Ethernet connection Power In/Out Magnetic Mounting Feet CT Connections Voltage Lead Connections ELITEpro XC Top End View 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 17: Dent Instruments Warranty Statement

    Rev 4/9/2015 DENT Instruments, Inc. promises buyer that any product sold by DENT Instruments, Inc. shall be free from material defects in design, materials, or manufacturing for the period shown on the current datasheet for that product beginning from the manufacture date; provided, however, that the warranty shall not extend to ordinary wear and tear, or to normally replaceable components (e.g., batteries and humidity sensor...
  • Page 18 GENERAL PROVISIONS A. Seller reserves the right to subcontract any obligation hereunder. B. No waiver will be valid unless in writing and no waiver granted will release Buyer from subsequent strict compliance herewith. C. Seller is not liable for failure or delay in fulfilling its obligations under these Terms and Conditions due to causes beyond its reasonable control.

  • Page 19: Section I: Installing, Setting Up, And Using The Elitepro Xc

    SECTION I: INSTALLING, SETTING UP, AND USING THE ELITEpro XC™ IMPORTANT: DO NOT CONNECT THE ELITEpro XC TO YOUR COMPUTER UNTIL YOU HAVE INSTALLED ELOG 15 Install the ELOG Software on the Computer Complete this step prior to installation and ascertain that communication between the ELITEpro XC and PC is established before going into the field.

  • Page 20: Mount The Elitepro Xc

    AVERTISSEMENT! ENLEVEZ L'ENREGISTREUR DE TOUTES LES SOURCES DE TENSION AVANT DE MONTER. 1) Mount the ELITEpro XC using the black tab on the end of the case containing the PhaseChek and voltage lead connections. Use a screw to securely mount the ELITEpro XC near a dedicated circuit disconnect breaker.

  • Page 21: Elitepro Xc Connections

    ELITE XC C ONNECTIONS The ELITEpro XC has the following connections: Four current transformers (CTs).  Four voltage wire leads for connecting to voltage sources (L1, L2, L3, and Neutral).  Four analog input channels can be individually used to record process or environmental correlation ...

  • Page 22: Complete The Wiring Connections

    X (200A Midi). The use of any other CT will invalidate the UL Listing of the ELITEpro XC. 1) Connect the CTs to the channel(s) on the ELITEpro XC labeled CH 1, CH 2, CH 3 and CH 4. The CT leads need to be connected to the terminal block using a small screwdriver.

  • Page 23: Connecting Split-Core Style Millivolt Cts To A Load

    Connecting Split-Core Style Millivolt CTs to a Load 1) Open the CT by holding on to the removable leg and pulling it apart. 2) Connect CT around the load conductor to be measured. Make sure the maximum current of the conductor does not exceed the maximum CT rating listed on the CT data sheet.
  • Page 24 4) Connect the white wire on the CT to the positive terminal on the measuring device. 5) Connect the black wire on the CT to the negative terminal on the measuring device. Current Transformer connections Voltage lead ? Correct orientation connections of a CT is required to ensure proper measurement.

  • Page 25: Connecting Rōcoil Cts To A Load

    “S” shield terminal that is part of the CH 4 connector. This reduces interference and improves accuracy of the CT. Positive Negative Shield Shield Wires from DENT RōCoil CTs connected to ELITEpro XC Connecting RōCoil CTs to an ELITEpro XC 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 26: Voltage Connections

    Typical uses might include logging ambient temperature, building temperatures, solar insolation, tank pressures, duct flows, etc. The ELITEpro XC has four analog input channels that can be configured for voltage or current input used in any combination among channels. The limiting specifications for analog input are shown below.
  • Page 27 0–30* VDC single ended, non-isolated  NOTE: The ELITEpro XC can measure input voltages up to 30.0 volts. The polarity protection circuitry however can only withstand 15 volts of reverse-applied polarity without permanent damage to the meter. The maximum allowable current flowing into the analog input terminal is 23 mA.

  • Page 28: Current Loop Connection

    For this reason it is imperative that the ELITEpro XC be connected as the last component in the current loop rather than the first if multiple channels are used. Best practices are to use a single power supply for all sensors to reduce the occurrence of ground loop current between supplies.

  • Page 29: Voltage Connection

    Voltage Connection Voltage output sensors and 3-wire current loops will typically use one voltage for powering the sensor and a second voltage (or current) for sending an output signal. Sometimes the power supply ground and signal reference conductor is shared between two circuits resulting in a three wire device. This economy usually comes at the installer’s expense of having to form a junction at the power supply, sensor, or meter.

  • Page 30: Power In/Out Connection

    To power the ELITEpro XC using an external supply contact DENT Instruments for an  appropriately-rated power supply. The ELITEpro XC can also supply 6V DC at up to 200mA to an external device when the ELITEpro XC  voltage leads are connected to mains power between 80 and 600 VAC.
  • Page 31 1) Enter a descriptive name in the Name field to identify your logger (optional). 2) Choose which Power Channel (CT) will be used to generate pulses from the drop-down list. NOTE: The Power Channel drop-down list displays any enabled channel, allowing users to choose which one(s) to use as a source for the pulses.
  • Page 32 To measure outputs pulse: 1) To count pulses, connect the wires of your measurement device to the +/- connection points on the ELITEpro SP. NOTE: You can open ELOG 15, and ensure that your PC and logger time are synchronized by selecting Logger >...

  • Page 33: Connecting The Usb Cable

    1) Connect the USB cable to an available USB port on the computer and insert the other end in the COM port of the ELITEpro XC. If a USB cable is used inside an electrical panel, it must be rated to the appropriate voltage or wrapped in an appropriately-rated insulating sleeve.

  • Page 34: Other Communication Connections

    THER OMMUNICATION ONNECTIONS The RJ-45 Connector is for Ethernet Network connections.  NOTE: The Ethernet connector accommodates high speed downloads, setup, and communication with a computer. If an Ethernet cable is to be used inside an electrical panel, it must be rated to the appropriate voltage or wrapped in an appropriately-rated insulating sleeve. The Coax connector, if present, is for an optional external Wi-Fi antenna.

  • Page 35: Communicating With The Elitepro Xc

    Communicating with the ELITEpro XC 1) Plug the USB cable into the logger and the PC. ELOG 15 should auto-launch and connect to the ELITEpro XC automatically. If not, double-click the ELOG icon on the PC desktop. The ELOG window opens,...
  • Page 36 The Logger Connection information displays along the bottom of the window, providing a status message as the computer connects to the ELITEpro XC. Simultaneously, the logger’s COMM LED will begin to flash. ELOG fills the information fields of the Logger Connection...

  • Page 37: Terminating The Elitepro Xc To Computer Connection

    ELITE ERMINATING THE OMPUTER ONNECTION Select Logger > Communication > Terminate Connection to end the connection between the computer and the ELITEpro XC -or- Use the Disconnect speed button to quickly terminate the connection. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 38: Section Ii: Best Practices

    The ELITEpro XC requires that it be configured for use by first creating a “Setup Table” file and then loading the file into the meter. The ELITEpro XC is a flexible meter that can monitor a wide variety of parameters over a wide range of currents, voltages and service types. This requires that you determine what is recorded and at what intervals.

  • Page 39: Open An Existing Setup Table On Your Pc

    2) Select ELITEpro XC from the drop-down menu. 3) Click OK. PEN AN XISTING ETUP ABLE ON Existing setup tables on the computer can be opened, modified, and saved. 1) Select File > Open to display the Open dialog box.

  • Page 40: Retrieve An Existing Setup Table From The Elitepro Xc

    ETRIEVE AN XISTING ETUP ABLE FROM THE Existing setup tables on the ELITEpro XC can be retrieved once the computer and the logger are connected and communicating. Select Logger > Retrieve Logger Setup Table.  The setup table stored in the logger is retrieved and displayed, with the name of the file above the ELOG menu bar.

  • Page 41: Configure The Setup Table

    ONFIGURE THE ETUP ABLE The setup table consists of several sections where the attributes of the ELITEpro XC are defined. Logger Type Setup Table Name Data Interval Line Frequency ELITEpro XC is the default Enter a name for the The default integration Auto, 60 Hz, or 50Hz.

  • Page 42: Data Logging Controls

    The feature is dynamic so that any time any parameter in a setup table affecting the memory duration is changed, the Memory Capacity field is updated, providing the (new) length of time the logger’s memory will last. The ELITEpro XC has 16 MB internal non-volatile memory. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...

  • Page 43: Quick Setups

    UICK ETUPS The Quick Setups section of the window provides four buttons to quickly configure the ELITEpro XC. 1) Click the Quick Setup button that represents your monitoring scenario. Each button opens the CT Selection dialog window. See ELOG Quick Setup Wiring Diagrams within this section for more detail.
  • Page 44 Clicking this button displays a wiring diagram showing how to connect the CTs and the voltage leads of the ELITEpro XC corresponding to the selected setup. The diagram can be printed and carried into the field for easy reference during installation. Refer to ELOG Quick Setup Wiring Diagrams for detailed information of each Quick Setup option.

  • Page 45: Physical Power Channels

    NOTE: The PT Ratio is used when monitoring voltages greater than 600 VAC (maximum rating of the ELITEpro XC). Use an instrument grade transformer with low phase shift and high accuracy since errors in the transformer will translate directly into errors in the recorded data. The PT Ratio value put into the Setup Table in the logger should be the transformer primary:secondary ratio.
  • Page 46 The drop-down list in the Type field of the Current Transformers section contains a View All option that opens the Select a CT from the list window displaying images of CTs with their recommended amps and phase shift. Selecting a CT from that window automatically populates the Amps and Phase Shift fields with the CT’s recommended values.
  • Page 47 AC voltages greater than 600V. The default is 1.000. Type This is the type of CT connected to the Choices are: MilliVolt or RōCoil. ELITEpro XC Amps Depends on the type of CT selected. Displays the value entered in the CT Size screen. Phase Shift Compensate for CT Phase Shift with this setting.

  • Page 48: Calculated Power Channels

    ALCULATED OWER HANNELS Channels 5 and 6 are the Calculated Power Channels. They combine the data from two or more power channels (also called "hardware” or “physical channels") and are used primarily for calculating total system volts, amps, kW, kVA, power factor, and kVAR in polyphase or multiple single phase systems. The Calculated Power Channels are frequently used to: Record total system power parameters on ...

  • Page 49: Analog Output Channels

    The following graphic is an example of a Setup Table for a 3-phase 4-wire connected load using a Calculated Power Channel with Combine Channels 1, 2, and 3 selected to optimize memory usage on the ELITEpro XC. NOTE: The Recorded values listed to the right of the Current Transformers section on the Setup Table are not shown in this graphic.

  • Page 50: Send A Setup Table To The Logger

    OGGER When you’ve finished selecting the configuration options, the setup table needs to be sent to the ELITEpro XC. 1) After connecting to the logger, click on one of the SEND SETUP TABLE to Logger command buttons on the Setup Table screen.

  • Page 51: Save A Setup Table On The Computer

    Typical Setup. This button displays a schematic Monitoring can begin once the ELOG software is graphic of how to connect the ELITEpro XC to a configured and the ELITEpro XC is connected. The load. The schematic can be printed and carried...

  • Page 52: Led Diagnostics

    COMM—C OMMUNICATIONS The ELITEpro XC COMM LED flashes different colors (green, blue, red) to indicate that the logger is connected, logging information, and communicating with the computer. Which color indicating which condition is dependent on the version of firmware being used by the logger. However; one color always indicates the same condition: green will flash approximately once per second when the ELITEpro XC is logging and communicating with the computer.

  • Page 53: Power Measurement-Connecting Sensors & Configuring Channels

    WARNING: Use of this device in a manner for which it is not intended may impair its means of protection. Do not exceed 600 VAC voltage inputs! When connecting the ELITEpro XC to an AC load, follow these steps in sequence to prevent a shock hazard.

  • Page 54: Wiring Label Conventions

    IEC 61010-1 standard by other Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs), the use of any other CT will invalidate the UL Listing of the ELITEpro XC. This is simply a decision made by UL, and in the opinion of DENT Instruments, all CTs provided are equally safe to use.
  • Page 55 1000A 600A Current Ratings of CTs Available from DENT Instruments All of the CTs in the table are available from DENT Instruments. ? You can extend These are internally shunted CTs (333.3 mV output) which the leads for a RōCoil up to 100...

  • Page 56: Ct Selection Examples

    CT value to be used in the Logger setup table, multiply the utility CT ratio by the ELITEpro XC CT size (e.g. if the utility CT is 4000:5 and the DENT CT is 50A use (4000/5) x 50 = 40,000 for the value of the CT in the logger Setup Table.

  • Page 57: Elog Quick Setup Wiring Diagrams

    Clicking this button displays a wiring diagram that corresponds to the selected setup, showing how to connect the CTs and the voltage leads of the ELITEpro XC. The diagram can be printed and carried into the field for easy reference during installation.
  • Page 58 Typical Single Phase, 2-Wire Setup Diagram 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 59 Typical Single Phase, 3-Wire Setup Diagram 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 60 Typical 3 Phase, 3-Wire Delta Setup Diagram 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 61 Typical 3 Phase, 4-Wire Wye Setup Diagram 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 62: Using The Elog Software

    The ELOG speed buttons enable users to quickly navigate between commonly used functions. For ™ over a serial or Bluetooth connection, example, to connect between the computer and the ELITEpro XC use the button instead of the menu commands Logger > Communication > Connect Via... The button toolbar can be toggled on and off by selecting the View >...

  • Page 63: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Create Graph: Create a graph from an open data file, available under the Data dropdown menu UnZoom Graph: Use to back out of an expanded graph Help Topics: Opens the ELITEpro XC and ELOG Manual EYBOARD HORTCUTS You can quickly access menus by typing the first letter of a menu, and menu options by typing any letter that is underlined in a drop-down menu.

  • Page 64: File Menu

    Descriptions of other options are below: File > New creates a new file. There are four file types that are available for ELITEpro XC ™ loggers. ELOG Data File—contains data retrieved from a logger. If the computer is already connected to a ...

  • Page 65: Edit Menu

     logger, ELOG prompts you to select the logger type (ELITEpro XC) for which you want to create a new Setup Table. If you are already connected to a logger, ELOG assumes that the Setup Table you are about to create is for the logger type to which you are connected.

  • Page 66: View Menu

    The Connection Window appears at the bottom of the screen during connection to a logger and provides information about the logger, communication port, baud rates, etc. Refer to Communicate with the ELITEpro XC in Section 1 for more information. The Toolbar option enables/disables buttons under the main menu.

  • Page 67: Logger Menu

    OGGER The Logger menu is used to configure the ELITEpro XC, view channel data in real time, download logger data, and set communication parameters. Graphing and analysis functions are found under the Data menu. Communication Sub-Menu Use the options on the Communication sub-menu to establish a connection between the computer and the ELITEpro XC.
  • Page 68 The options on the Communication sub-menu determine how communication with the ELITEpro XC is established and where logger information is saved. PC Setup  Use this option to set the default location for data, setup tables, and logger files. You can also set the default PC communication ports here.
  • Page 69 Choose From Last Used Logger List…  Use this option to connect to a logger contained in a recently used logger list. Cancel Communications Operation  During any communication operation between the computer and the logger (connecting, retrieving data, viewing real time values), this option may be used to cancel the current communication command.
  • Page 70 Logger WiFi Setup  Use this option to set up your Wi-Fi network. Click Help to find information on how this setup is used. Select Update Logger to send the new Wi-Fi Setup to the logger or Cancel to close the window without updating the logger.
  • Page 71 About The Connected Logger…  This option displays a text window containing information about the currently connected logger’s properties, such as logger type, firmware version, description, etc., and information about built-in communication options, if any. Click Refresh to retrieve new information (for example, if the number of records used is changing) or OK to close the window.

  • Page 72: Retrieve Data From Logger

    Retrieve Data From Logger Retrieves data from the logger and saves it as an .elog file on the hard disk. The Select A Directory And A Name… dialog box displays prompting you for a file name. The default name is the logger serial number plus two digits that correspond to the number of times that data has been retrieved from the logger, however, at this point you may name the data file whatever you wish.
  • Page 73 The selected file must have used the same Setup Table of the earlier downloaded data. Selecting a file with different Setup Table parameters than those in the logger causes the following warning to display: When the data is retrieved, a second comma separated value format (.csv) file can be created at the same time as the .elog data file is being downloaded.

  • Page 74: Display Real-Time Values Sub-Menu

    Display Real-Time Values Sub-Menu The Display Real Time Values option shows instantaneous readings for channels in use in either a textual or graphical format. Real-Time Values are an excellent way to verify the correct installation of a meter. Real-Time Values may be displayed in either a textual or graphical format. Show As Text ...
  • Page 75 Click Exit to close the window. Show As Graphs  This menu selection displays the data as a graph instead of the text format described previously. Select Logger > Display Real-Time Values > Show as Graphs to display the following dialog box. 1) Select any or all physical power channels currently turned on in the logger in the Hardware Channels To Display section.
  • Page 76 The graph presentation is very similar to paper strip chart recorders. The graph begins on the left edge and moves to the right. When it reaches the right edge, the entire graph scrolls to the left with each new reading. This always displays the most current data values and the older points slide off the left edge.
  • Page 77 Use Export Graph to save the graph in a graphical or textual format. Graphs can be saved in an .emf,  .wmf, .bmp, .jpg (default), .png format or as ASCII text file. You can select where the graph goes (clipboard, file, or printer) and what measurements (pixels, millimeters, inches, points) are used to save the graph.
  • Page 78 Harmonics  Select Logger > Display Real-Time Values > Harmonics to see the actual harmonic content in the current, voltage, and power waveforms. A typical display is shown here: The selections on the lower left side of the window ? The individual harmonic select the displayed Channel.
  • Page 79 The image in the upper section of the Harmonic Analysis window is a single waveform snapshot. The first image is by default channel 1, but you can select different channels and update the image, copy the image to the clipboard for pasting into other programs, or print the image. You can also record the harmonic values to your PC and then view a log of the harmonics in a spreadsheet.

  • Page 80: Retrieve Logger Setup Table

    Retrieve Logger Setup Table This function instantly retrieves the Setup Table in the logger so it can be viewed, edited, resent to the logger, or saved to the hard disk. Logger Clock Sub-Menu This function is used to set the logger’s internal clock time and date. You may change the clock manually or synchronize it to the computer's clock.

  • Page 81: Edit Logger Description Line

    Edit Logger Description Line This option allows you to change the user-defined, one line description stored in the logger. The Description Line can help identify the specific logger after the logger is retrieved from the field. Logging ON/OFF This option starts or stops data collection. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.

  • Page 82: Clear Logger Sub-Menu

    Clear Logger Sub-Menu There are three options for clearing data stored in the Logger: Clear all logger data, Clear only peak demand values (kW, kVA, & kVAR), or Clear only KWh, KVARh, KVAh, etc., totals. After the data is deleted, it cannot be retrieved. Do not select any options until you are sure that all information should be deleted from the logger.

  • Page 83: Tools Menu

    PC Setup Selecting Tools > PC Setup allows you to configure the computer connected to the ELITEpro XC. It is also where you set the default file storage folders. The Data Files Saved To: field displays the folder selected for storage. Click Browse to set the default folder in which data files are saved.

  • Page 84: Update Logger Firmware (Elitepro Xc Only)

    The Enable Auto Launch of ELOG checkbox defaults to enable the Auto Launcher, which launches ELOG (if not already open) when an ELITEpro SP or ELITEpro XC or newer ELITEpro is connected to a USB port. When not checked, it disables the feature and hides the Auto Launcher icon in the system tray.

  • Page 85: Data Menu

    Data retrieved from an ELITEpro XC can be opened, graphed, exported, or analyzed. NOTE: These are the only options available on the Data menu when first accessed. The other options appear after a data file is open. Create New Graph 1) When a data file is open, Data >...
  • Page 86 4) Click Next to go to the Set Graph Parameters dialog window to select the type of graph to create. 5) In the Axes section, select the Graph Type in the drop-down menu. You may also choose to select the Use Multiple Y Axes checkbox if you have chosen more than one parameter to graph and they have very different ranges (e.g., kW and Power Factor).
  • Page 87 The graph values intersected by the Data Cursor are shown in the upper left-hand corner of the screen. Once created, the graph may be edited in a number of ways. In general, any editable feature may be changed by double-clicking on the graph and making changes in the dialog box that appears. For example: Double-clicking anywhere in the graph area produces ...

  • Page 88: Graph Options

    Graph Options The Graph Options dialog box allows you to set several defaults when a new graph is created. Select the Show graph data cursor check box to turn on the data cursor. The data cursor is a vertical  line that appears on a graph and is used to help visually line up multiple graphs.

  • Page 89: Retrieve Data From Logger

    Use the Graph Annotation field to tile the graph. If you make a lot of graphs and want to have the  same annotation on the graph, you may use this feature to add a description to the graph. Common uses are the name of the consulting company performing the metering and analysis or the name of the client.

  • Page 90: Import Csv File

    3) Select a file and click Open. The ELOG File Export dialog box displays when the file data completes exporting to a .csv file format. 4) Start a spreadsheet program such as Excel™. 5) Use the File > Open command in the spreadsheet and select All Files in the Files of type drop-down list.

  • Page 91: Data File Statistics

    Data File Statistics Data File Statistics is a useful feature for viewing a lot of information about the data file and peak demand on the channels. This is where the kWh, kVARh, and kVAh totalizer values are found. An example Summary is shown on the next page. The sub-menu has two functions: Data File Summary ...
  • Page 92 Example of a Data Summary Peak Demand  Provides a report of peak demand information on the channels used for collecting the data. The Peak Demand report is opened in Microsoft Notepad™ and can be edited, saved, printed and/or moved into another report. NOTE: Calculations for peak demand are only available when Channels 5 and 6 are on.

  • Page 93: Analyze A Selected Data Range

    Analyze a Selected Data Range ELOG has a number of analysis features. With a data file open: NOTE: The analysis features only work on one variable at a time. A variable may be selected in several ways all using standard Windows™ methods. 1) To select an entire column of data, place the mouse pointer over the column header (e.g., Chan 1 Avg.

  • Page 94: Extract A Range Of Data

    Each time an analysis function is used and File is selected, Notepad is opened and the result of the analysis function is added to the existing Notepad file. For the first five analysis functions, Average is the arithmetic average of all the values in the selected column within the date range of data selected.

  • Page 95: Check Data For Errors

    Check Data for Errors Use this command to check the data shown for gaps or overlaps in the time sequence, or timestamp errors. Fill Missing Records "Fill Missing Records" detects gaps in the time sequence of the data shown, and fills the missing records with 0 values.

  • Page 96: Section Iii: Appendices

    IRMWARE PDATES You can check the firmware version of your ELITEpro XC from the Tools menu. Select Tools > Update Logger Firmware. The Firmware Update dialog box displays. No update is required if your firmware File version and Logger Version are the same.

  • Page 97: Appendix B-Unusual Metering Systems

    Appendix B—Unusual Metering Systems “W ” (R HASE ELTA WITH A 3 Phase DELTA with a “Wild” (Red) Leg Configure the Setup Table as follows: 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 98: 2-½ Element Meters

    2-½ Element Meters Configure the Setup Table as follows: *The CT on channel three of the ELITEpro XC is placed on the L2 phase and is backwards. Note that the Ch3 CT is jumpered in parallel into Ch4 of the logger.

  • Page 99: Using The 2-Watt Element (2 Ct) Method On A 3-Wire Delta Service

    ***Set the CT value that is true for the CT connected to the ELITEpro XC. Again, because the 2 ½ element method is most often used in high voltage applications, there will be high voltage CTs present. Use the high-accuracy 5A CT from DENT Instruments on the existing high voltage CT secondary. The CT value used in the Setup Table should be the primary rating of the high voltage CT (assuming the secondary output is 5A).

  • Page 100: Using The 3-Watt Element (3 Ct) Method On A 3-Wire Delta Service

    Volts X Amps and VA would contain harmonic content. The other is Displacement Power Factor that uses the Power triangle PF=W/SQRT (W^2 + VAR^2) which does not contain harmonic content. The ELITEpro XC displays and records displacement Power Factor. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com...
  • Page 101 It is very similar to the 3-phase, 4-wire WYE connection. Use a CT on each phase and connect the three ELITEpro XC voltage wires to each phase. The neutral wire should then be connected to earth ground. The Setup table should look just like that of the 4-wire WYE setup. See ELOG Quick Setup Wiring Diagrams in Section II.

  • Page 102: Appendix C-Troubleshooting Elitepro Xc Driver Installation

    Appendix C—Troubleshooting ELITEpro XC Driver Installation If you have connected the ELITEpro XC to a computer via the USB cable and the driver fails to install, follow these steps to correct the problem. 1) Go to the Device Manager by right-clicking My Computer in the Start Menu and selecting Properties.
  • Page 103 Windows XP 3) Look for the ELITEpro XC listed in the Device Manager Window: 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 104 5) In the Hardware Update Wizard, select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 6) In the next window, select Search for driver software in this location: and Include Subfolders in the search. Click Browse and locate the ELITEpro XC driver folder in the ELOG directory. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
  • Page 105 7) Click Next> and the ELITEpro XC driver will install. In the event that you receive a warning dialog box from Microsoft, click Continue to proceed. 8) Unplug the ELITEpro XC and plug it back in. ELOG 15 should launch and automatically connect to the ELITEpro XC.

  • Page 106: Appendix D-Autopoll: Unattended Data Collection

    Appendix D—AUTOPOLL: Unattended Data Collection When ELOG is installed onto the PC, AutoPoll is also installed. AutoPoll may be used for unattended and automatic data retrieval from a number of remote loggers where the PC calls the loggers. AutoPoll (short for Automatic Polling) is a stand-alone Windows application program that may be launched from ELOG by using the Logger >...

  • Page 107: Edit Menu

    Save (Ctrl+S) and Save As:  These functions allow you to save an open Logger List using the current name and location (Save) or with a new name and/or to a new location on the PC hard drive (Save As). Print ...

  • Page 108: View Menu

    View Menu View is used to toggle the Toolbar and Status Bar on or off as desired. The Toolbar contains the speed buttons and the Status Bar is the line at the bottom of the screen that reports the callout status. The Current Call List is the active Logger List that is being used by AutoPoll to schedule calls to loggers.

  • Page 109: Tools Menu

    Lists may be selected is set here. The Direct Connect section shows the port and baud rate of the connected ELITEpro XC. The Modem Connect section displays connection information about legacy products. Enter an amount of minutes into the Final Delay Time box to retry data retrieval one last time.

  • Page 110: Log File

    AutoPoll Log. An excerpt example of the Log is shown below: At the end of each call, a dashed line is added to the bottom of the file to separate calling sessions. - DENT Instruments - AutoPoll Event Log File...

  • Page 111: Understanding The Logger Lists

    As subsequent polling sessions are completed, the autopoll.log file is automatically updated and the new contact reports are appended to the existing .log file. The maximum size of the autopoll.log file is 1 Megabyte. If this limit is exceeded, AutoPoll automatically changes the existing .log file into a .bak (backup)and starts a new .log file.

  • Page 112: Configuring A Logger List

    Configuring a Logger List Clicking Setup in the Logger List brings up the following screen for entering network connections and AutoPoll tasks: Connection Tab  The default connection type is Network. If the logger is to be used on a network enter the IP Address and Port Number assigned to the logger.

  • Page 113: Logger Tasks

    The default call schedule shown above is a Single Call on January 1st at 00:00 (Midnight). Because the Append New Data button is selected, when the PC calls the logger only the “new” data in the logger stored since the last data download will be retrieved. Logger Tasks Set Logger Clock—If the Set Logger Clock box is checked then, after the PC calls the logger and the data download is complete, the PC will set the logger clock to the PC time.

  • Page 114: Call Interval

    Call Interval Five choices are available for automatic polling and data retrieval however only one Call Interval may be selected at a time. The choices are: Immediate Call—Calls the logger as soon as the AutoPoll program is initiated. Use this to test the system after completing a logger installation to verify correct operation.

  • Page 115: Appendix E-Calculated Power Channel Formulas

    Appendix E—Calculated Power Channel Formulas The following information details the formulas used to calculate the parameters available in the Power Sum Channels 5 and 6. L1-N, L2-N, L3-N ONFIGURATION Measurement Formula Notes/Description L1 + L2 + L3 Amps (System) Average of L1, L2, and L3 amp values. For a Phase to Neutral with WYE Sum of three phase to neutral voltages configured meter.

  • Page 116: Delta Configuration: L1-L2 And L3-L2

    DELTA C : L1-L2 L3-L2 ONFIGURATION When using the 2 CT method. When using the 3 CT method on a Delta service the channel 5 and 6 Power Sum equations are the same as for the WYE configuration shown above. Measurement Formula Notes/Description...

  • Page 117: Appendix F-Communication Options

    2) ELOG 15 should launch automatically and connect to the logger. If it does not, click on the icon on the computer desktop. 3) The ELITEpro XC should automatically connect to the PC. If it does not, choose the correct location from the Friendly Ports™ drop-down menu. For more information regarding Friendly Ports™, see Communicate with the ELITEpro XC in Section 1.

  • Page 118: Ethernet Lan (Standard)

    Ethernet port 1) Configure the EXC for use on the network. First connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer, inserting the other end into the USB port on the ELITEpro XC. (Hint: Look for this USB symbol: ) If a USB cable is used inside an electrical panel, it must be rated to the appropriate voltage or wrapped in an appropriately rated insulating sleeve.
  • Page 119 4) Configure the Logger Ethernet Setup information once the ELITEpro XC has established a connection with the PC. a) From the ELOG menu, select Logger > Communication > Logger Ethernet Setup... The Logger Ethernet Setup dialog box displays. The Ethernet connection must have an IP Address that can either be set manually with the Use Static IP address option (for a fixed address) or obtained automatically from the router connected to the logger using the Use DHCP option (dynamic address).
  • Page 120 b) If necessary, change the Port Number. The factory default is 3001 and will usually work in most cases. The use of the Subnet Mask and Gateway Address are outside the scope of this manual. If needed, ask the network administrator for assistance c) Click Update Logger.

  • Page 121: Wi-Fi And Wireless Access Point Connection (Optional)

    1) Set up the logger for Access Point connection. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on your computer, inserting the other end in the USB port on the ELITEpro XC (Hint: look for this USB symbol: ).
  • Page 122 7) Click Save Changes in the Logger Wi-Fi Setup dialog box. ELOG updates the Wi-Fi settings and prompts you to click OK in order to reset the ELITEpro XC. NOTE: After the blue COMM LED on the ELITEpro XC device stops blinking, use the ELOG command Logger >...

  • Page 123: Elitepro Xc Connected To A Wireless Network

    Wireless Network An ELITEpro XC with a Wi-Fi module may also be connected to a local area network (LAN) through a wireless access point or wireless router. To set up the logger it must first be configured via a USB connection to a PC running ELOG and may require assistance from someone familiar with the network you want to connect to.
  • Page 124 WiFi Mode Radio Button Note: All ELITEpro XC loggers that are equipped with a Wi-Fi package contain an internal antenna. An external antenna is optional. You may toggle between using the internal and external antenna (if it is available on your logger) by selecting the appropriate radio button.

  • Page 125: Accessing The Elitepro

    3001 (not supported by the mobile app). 9) Click Save. ELOG updates the Wi-Fi settings and prompts you to click OK in order to reset the ELITEpro XC. NOTE: After the blue COMM LED on the ELITEpro XC device stops blinking, use the ELOG command Logger >...
  • Page 126 Using the ELITEpro Mobile App to connect to the ELITEpro XC Access Point  The ELITEpro Mobile App provides access to any ELITEpro XC or SP meter. Use this app in a remote setting, such as your car or office, to access data from an ELITEpro meter. Once connected with the meter, you can see real-time data to verify connections and read voltage, current, kW, kVA, PF, kVAR, and other parameters.

  • Page 127: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Connections

    3) Ensure the Wi-Fi section has the proper settings (i.e. correct addresses). Ensure the Wi-Fi module is active, which can be determined by the “No TCP connection” message. Ensure the blue COMM LED is not blinking. 4) If you are unable to make a connection, contact DENT Instruments for questions and assistance. Feature Ethernet...

  • Page 128: Bluetooth (Optional)

    Connections must be configured initially via USB by users with knowledge of Windows Bluetooth wireless technology enabled products. To make a Bluetooth connection from a PC to an ELITEpro XC both devices must have a Bluetooth module. Most PCs, including laptops, do not have Bluetooth and it may be necessary to purchase a Bluetooth dongle (usually a plug-in USB device) and add it to the PC.
  • Page 129 1) Click Add a Device. You should then see a list of Bluetooth devices external to the PC including the ELITEpro XC identified by its serial number. (The logger may be the only device the PC sees.) 2) Select the desired ELITEpro XC and click Next.

  • Page 130: Cell Modem Connection (Optional)

    If you are unable to connect to the logger, check the following items: 1) In Windows Control Panel, open Devices and Printers and verify that the ELITEpro XC is shown in the Bluetooth devices along with the Bluetooth module in the PC. If not, reinstall the PC’s Bluetooth device and/or re-pair the PC to the logger.

  • Page 131: Appendix G-Meter Installation Final Checklist

    The following is a checklist to cover the majority of what needs to be considered or taken into account when installing a DENT Instruments power meter. It is not intended to be all encompassing as every scenario will be different.
  • Page 132 Verify measurements are correct   Are the Phase Chek LEDs green? Are the currents and watt measurements   reasonable for the load (helps to verify the correct load is monitored)? Are the phase currents relativity close to each other ...
  • Page 133 Final Are all cabinet doors, closed, locked, and all screws   in panels tightened? Is all trash picked up, leaving site as clean as it was   when arrived? Current Transformers Recommended CT Phase Shift Values Clamp On CT-CON-0150EZ 1.10°...
  • Page 134 If at any time you have questions or comments, please contact DENT Instruments for assistance. DENT Instruments | 925 SW Emkay Drive | Bend, Oregon 97702 USA Phone 541.388.4774 | Fax 541.385.9333 | www.DENTinstruments.com 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 135: Index

    INDEX configuring a power channel ..........45 active Logger list, AutoPoll ..........108 creating a CSV file ............. 73 Analog Connections ............26 appending new data ............72 selection list ..............46 AutoPoll .............. 19, 71, 106 CT Connection active Logger list ............108 polarity ................
  • Page 136 Waveform Capture ............77 Graph File ................. 64 graphs ................. 75, 85 analysis values ............. 88 annotation ..............88 ELITEpro XC ............See Logger attributes ..............88 communicating with ............ 35 creating................ 85 Configure using the ELOG Logger Menu ...... 67 data cursor ..............
  • Page 137 ..............89 PhaseChek ................ 52 Summaries Physical Power Channel data, setup, logger ............90 options ................. 47 symbols on the ELITEpro XC ..........8 polarity ..............24, 45, 56 Port preferences ............... 35 friendly ports..............35 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www.
  • Page 138 terminate connection ............69 voltage connections ............26 THD ................... 44 voltage rating ..............26 Tools Menu ............... 83 PC Setup ..............35, 83 Restore Hidden Messages ..........84 Update Logger Firmware ..........84 Total harmonic distortion ..........44 Waveform capture ............77 troubleshooting Web server ..............

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