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- Page 1 Energy Platform USER GUIDE DRANETZ 1000 New Durham Road Edison, New Jersey 08818-4019 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
- Page 2 No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transcribed in any form or by any means—electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise—without prior written permission from the publisher, Dranetz, Edison, NJ 08818-4019. Printed in the United States of America. P/N UG-EP1 Rev. B PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187...
- Page 3 ADVERTENCIA na 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.
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Page 4: Safety Summary
Safety Summary WARNING statements inform the user that certain conditions or practices could result Definitions 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. - Page 5 Definitionen Vorgehensweisen körperliche oder tödliche Verletzungen zur Folge haben können. VORSICHTSHINWEISE kennzeichnen Bedingungen oder Vorgehensweisen, die zu einer Beschädigung von Energy Platform, seiner Daten oder anderer Geräte bzw. von Eigentum führen können. HINWEISE machen auf bestimmte Informationen aufmerksam. Die folgenden Symbole der Internationalen Elektrotechnischen Kommission Symbole (International Electrotechnical Commission;...
- Page 6 DO NOT install any connection of the Energy Platform to live power lines. • Connections must be made to the Energy Platform first, then connect to the circuit to be monitored. • If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this user’s guide, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
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Page 7: Statements And Notices
Statement of warranty material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. Dranetz 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. - Page 8 Dranetz, 1000 New Durham Road, Edison, New Jersey 08818. Copyright © 2009 Dranetz All Rights Reserved.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Statements and Notices......................CHAPTER 1 - Getting Started Overview ..........................Unpacking the Energy Platform .................... Standard Accessories......................Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, and Connectors ............Top and Side Views ......................Front View ........................Bottom View ........................Rear View ........................Upgrading Firmware from a Data Card................. - Page 10 Table of Contents, Continued CHAPTER 4 - Instrument Settings Overview ..........................Access Instrument Settings Menu ..................Time and Date Settings......................Select Language........................Set Display Preferences ......................Touch Screen Calibration ...................... Turn Threshold Beeper On/Off ..................... Communications........................4-10 Data Card..........................4-12 Reset to Factory Configuration....................
- Page 11 Table of Contents, Continued Demand Parameters....................... Journal Limit.......................... Journal Interval for Timed Readings ..................6-12 CHAPTER 7 - View Event Data Overview ..........................Section A -Event List ........................Overview ..........................Section B -Trend .......................... Overview ..........................Trend Display ........................Trend Setup..........................CHAPTER 8 - Reports Overview ..........................
- Page 12 Connecting to a Potential Transformer (PT) ................. E-13 Connecting to a Current Transformer (CT)................E-15 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO)............E-16 APPENDIX F - Event Classification APPENDIX G - Energy Platform Menu Structure PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
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Page 15: Chapter 1 - Getting Started
The Energy Platform is designed to allow the user to easily conduct a complete demand and energy audit of a facility, a distribution circuit, or an individual piece of equipment. - Page 16 The following topics are covered in this chapter. In this chapter Topic See Page Unpacking the Energy Platform Standard Accessories Energy Platform Controls, Indicators and Connectors Upgrading Firmware from a Data Card 1-10 Energy Platform Features 1-12 Basic Operation 1-14 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187...
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Page 17: Unpacking The Energy Platform
DO NOT return the Energy Platform without prior instructions from Dranetz Customer Service Department. Dranetz Customer Service Department can be reached at (732) 287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832. If the unit must be returned to Dranetz for service or repair, wrap the unit securely Repacking for return shipment in heavy packaging material and place in a well padded box or crate to prevent damage. -
Page 18: Standard Accessories
FAX: (732) 248-9240 Fill out the Repair/Service Order form enclosed in the shipping carton and ship it along with the unit to the Dranetz Repair Department. (If this form is missing, ask the Dranetz Customer Service Department for a replacement.) PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187... -
Page 19: Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, And Connectors
CH 1/ Getting Started Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, and Connectors Energy Platform is a self-contained, portable instrument weighing less than 4 pounds Dimensions 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. -
Page 20: Top And Side Views
Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continued The top (circuit connection) view features the input voltage and current connectors. Top and Side views 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. -
Page 21: Front View
CH 1/ Getting Started The front view primarily shows the color touch screen LCD. See below for descriptions Front view of the Energy Platform front panel. Parts table Part Function Mainframe Protective Rubber Boot Enclosure Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Provides 3.75 x 4.75 inches display consisting of 1/4 VGA size screen of text and graphic information. -
Page 22: Bottom View
Energy Platform Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continued The bottom view features a slot to hold the data card. Bottom view 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. -
Page 23: Rear View
CH 1/ Getting Started The rear view shows the battery compartment and the easel studs to mount the unit to Rear view desired angular position for use on a flat surface or to hang from a panel. PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:... -
Page 24: Upgrading Firmware From A Data Card
Users can upgrade the Energy Platform internal program by downloading the latest Energy Platform 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. - Page 25 Platform Step Action Make sure that the unit is off. If not, press the Energy Platform On/Off power button to turn unit off. Remove the data card from its protective holder and check that the plug end of card is clean and free of any obstruction.
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Page 26: Energy Platform Features
Energy Platform features an Event List screen which shows a summary of all captured Event events in the order that they occurred. An event occurs when a programmed threshold limit is crossed. Energy Platform is able to record three types of events namely sag, swell or aggregate snapshot. Continued on next page... - Page 27 • 2 1/2 Element without V • 3 Phase Wye • 2 1/2 Element without V 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.
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Page 28: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Basic Operation The normal power source for the Energy Platform is its internal battery pack. The AC Introduction 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. -
Page 29: Power-On Sequence
CH 1/ Getting Started Follow these steps to turn on the Energy Platform and display the Home screen. Power on sequence Step Action Connect ac adapter/battery charger plug into the right side of Energy Platform. Plug the ac adapter into an ac power source. -
Page 30: Home Screen Icons
See Chapter 7 View Event Data - Section B Trend. Reports - The Energy Platform allows users to view Demand or Energy status via the report panels. The color coded panel indicates whether or not a parameter is within limits. -
Page 31: Chapter 2 - Voltage Measurement Cable And Current Probe Connections
C H A P T E R Voltage Measurement Cable and Current Probe Connections Overview This section describes how to connect the Energy Platform to make basic single phase Introduction voltage measurements. For multi-phase connection diagrams, refer to Appendix E. - Page 32 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.
- Page 33 DO NOT install any connection of the Energy Platform to live power lines. • Connections must be made to the Energy Platform first, then connect to the circuit to be monitored. • If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this user’s guide, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
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Page 34: Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables
Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables Description: Voltage measurement cables are provided as standard accessories and are Measurement cable set 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. - Page 35 Refer condition to a qualified technician. Contact Dranetz Customer Service for more information on the fused voltage adapter. Refer to Dranetz Information Sheet titled Model FVA - Fuse Voltage Adapter, P/N 899107. PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187...
- Page 36 Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables, continued Follow these guidelines when making voltage connections. Connection guidelines • 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.
- Page 37 CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections The following figure shows a voltage connection using channel D as a differential input Example: Neutral to for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Connections are identical for split phase and ground wye configurations.
- Page 38 Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables, continued The following safety precautions apply to current probe connections in addition to Safety precautions 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).
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Page 39: Connecting Current Probes
CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Connecting Current Probes Several Dranetz current probes can be used with the Energy Platform. Typical Current probes current probes are illustrated on page 2-10. Refer to Appendix A for descriptions and part numbers of probes and adapter cables. - Page 40 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. Continued on next page 2-10 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
- Page 41 CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections Actual photos of TR series probes and part numbers are shown below to aid users in Typical current probes probe identification. Contact Dranetz Customer Service Department for more (continued) information on current probes, pricing and availability. P/N TR-2500...
- Page 42 24, 36 and 48 inches and in two maximum ranges of 3000A (continued) RMS and 6000A RMS. Contact Dranetz 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 0.5 to 6000 A full scale.
- Page 43 CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe Connections The following figure shows how to connect a current probe to channel A for current Single phase current probe monitoring of a single phase line. connection example 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.
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Page 45: Chapter 3 - View Real Time Data
C H A P T E R View Real Time Data Overview The Energy Platform allows users to view demand/energy quality phenomena as it Introduction 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. -
Page 46: Section A -Scope Mode
Overview Section A Scope Mode Overview Scope mode allows you to view real-time voltage and current waveforms for up to Introduction eight channels simultaneously. The Scope mode screen can be displayed by pressing the Scope key on the Home Scope mode screen screen. -
Page 47: Turning Channels On/Off
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Turning Channels On/Off From the Scope mode screen, press Chan to turn Volts/Amps channel selection on/off. Select channels to display MARK202 Any of the following will turn channels on/off: • Press the desired Volts/Amps channel to turn it on/off. •... -
Page 48: Checking Input Range
Checking Input Range Checking Input Range The Input Range screen is displayed by pressing the CkRng key on the Scope mode Input range 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. -
Page 49: Section B -Meter Mode
Meter and Scope data is NOT available if you are viewing a stored file from the data card. The Energy Platform is designed to provide setup as well as data display. Metered Metered... -
Page 50: Standard Meter Tab
Standard Meter Tab Standard Meter Tab Meter mode can be displayed by pressing the Meter icon on the Home screen. At start- Standard meter list up, 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. - Page 51 CH 3/ View Real Time Data Standard meter list (continued) Standard Tab Parameter Name Label Demand 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...
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Page 52: Distortion Meter Tab
Distortion Meter Tab Distortion Meter Tab The Energy Platform is able to meter distortions or uncharacteristic changes in the Distortion meter 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. - Page 53 CH 3/ View Real Time Data Distortion meter list (continued) Distortion Tab Parameter Name Label Voltage Telephone Influence Factor V TIF fund (for A, B, C, D) Fundamental Current Telephone Influence Factor I TIF fund Fundamental Voltage Telephone Influence Factor V TIF RMS Current Telephone Influence Factor I TIF RMS...
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Page 54: Advanced Meter Tab
Advanced Meter Tab Advanced Meter Tab Advanced Energy/Demand include various energy parameters on per phase and total Advanced meter list basis as well as in forward and reverse mode. EP341 Advanced Tab Parameter Name Label Peak Power Peak Watt Demand Peak Watt Demand Peak Volts Ampere Demand Peak VA Demand... - Page 55 CH 3/ View Real Time Data Advanced meter list Advanced Tab Parameter Name Label (continued) Advanced Energy Forward Fundamental Fwd Whr (for A, B, C, D, Frequency Watt Hours Total) Forward Fundamental Fwd VAR Hr Frequency Volts Ampere Reactive Hours Reverse Fundamental Frequency Rev Whr Watt Hours...
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Page 56: Section C -Harmonics
Overview Section C Harmonics Overview The Energy Platform allows users to view voltage and current harmonics/ Harmonics display 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. -
Page 57: Harmonic Graph
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Harmonic Graph The harmonic graph can be displayed by pressing Harmonics on the Home screen. The Harmonic graph 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. -
Page 58: Harmonic Detail
Harmonic Detail Harmonic Detail The Energy Platform allows users to determine the numbers or the range of harmonic Harmonic detail 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. -
Page 59: Harmonic Options
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Harmonic Options The voltage and current harmonics and/or interharmonics for each phase channel can Harmonic/ Interharmonic be trended using the Options button. The properties specified under Harmonic Options data plots apply when harmonic/interharmonic data is viewed in either graph or list form. Properties under Show Harmonics... - Page 60 Harmonic Options, continued Harmonic Computation for 60 Hz Harmonic/ Interharmonic data plots The 5 Hz bins adjacent to the harmonic bin are grouped together for the harmonic (continued) 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.
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Page 61: Harmonic List
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Harmonic List To view the harmonics magnitude text display, press List from the Harmonic graph Harmonic text display 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. -
Page 62: Section D -Voltage And Current Phasor
Overview Section D Voltage and Current Phasor Overview The phasor screen displays a graph that indicates the phase relations between the Phasor display 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. -
Page 63: Phasor Screen
CH 3/ View Real Time Data Phasor Screen The Phasor screen is displayed by pressing Phasor on the Home screen. Phasor screen display 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;... -
Page 64: Phasor Rotation
Phasor Rotation Phasor Rotation Graphic illustration in the form of rotating phasors relative to the sine wave graph of a Animated phasor rotation 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. - Page 65 CH 3/ View Real Time Data The following diagrams describe the positive phase rotation of voltage and current Sample 3-Phase, 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. (continued) Three phase vectors are displayed as three lines, 120...
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Page 66: Phasor Parameter/Channel Selection
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. -
Page 67: Overview
Instrument Settings Overview This chapter describes the miscellaneous tasks that users can perform to keep the Introduction Energy Platform running efficiently. These are tasks that users might perform only occasionally. The following topics are covered in this chapter. In this chapter... -
Page 68: Access Instrument Settings Menu
Access Instrument Settings Menu Access Instrument Settings Menu All functions in this chapter are found under the Instrument Settings menu. Follow Preferences menu screen 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. -
Page 69: Time And Date Settings
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Time and Date Settings Users have the option not only to set the exact time and date, but also to select the Time and Date display format of how time and date will appear on screen. Action... - Page 70 Time and Date Settings, continued Time and Date Display Action... Result... (continued) 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).
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Page 71: Select Language
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. -
Page 72: Set Display Preferences
• Press Password Protect to enable/disable password log in code to the Energy Platform . When password protect is enabled and the user reactivates the unit from auto-shutoff, the keypad screen used to enter the password will appear. -
Page 73: Touch Screen Calibration
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Touch Screen Calibration The Energy Platform is able to perform calibration to ensure the proper operation of the Calibration procedure 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. - Page 74 Touch Screen Calibration, continued Calibration procedure Action... Result... (continued) 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...
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Page 75: Turn Threshold Beeper On/Off
CH 4/ Instrument Settings Turn Threshold Beeper On/Off When set to ON, the unit will beep when threshold limits are crossed and other event Audible alarm triggers occur. The beep that provides audible feedback to pressing touch screen key is not affected by this setting. -
Page 76: Communications
Communications Communications Settings is where instrument-specific information is entered to allow Communication interface setup the Energy Platform to communicate to external devices using the optional Isolated Communications Module assemblies or modem. Features are not available at this time 4-10 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187... - Page 77 CH 4/ Instrument Settings Page intentionally left blank 4-11 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
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Page 78: Data Card
• Not Inserted • Contains File EP160 • Empty • Fragmented NOTE 1: The Energy Platform does not support • Unformatted file fragmentation. When creating a file, it will • Invalid Card take the largest continuous block and use that •... - Page 79 Memory Card screen. EP162 STEP 3: The Energy Platform lists data file names stored in card, along with file size, time and date when data was recorded. The text color indicates the type of file: black is for data file (.ddb), green is for setup file...
- Page 80 Date Card, continued Format/View data card Action... Result... (continued) 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.
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Page 81: Reset To Factory Configuration
Reset to Factory Configuration Factory configurations are the default settings of all programmable features of the Definition Energy Platform as it left the factory. Follow these steps to reset the Energy Platform to its factory configuration. Procedure Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Instrument Settings Setup Menu screen, press Reset to Factory Defaults. - Page 82 Reset to Factory Configuration, continued Dranetz has set the default values for the various parameters of the Energy Factory default settings Platform. Current Probes: TR2500/TR2500A for A, B, C; TR2510/TR2510A for D Scale Factors: 1:1 for V and I, channels A, B, C, D...
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Page 83: Chapter 5 - Start Menu
C H A P T E R Start Menu Overview The Start Menu allows users to perform the following: set up the Energy Platform for Start menu options monitoring of an electrical system, load previously saved setups from card, and load data from card. - Page 84 Overview, continued Follow these steps to display the Start Menu. Displaying Start 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.
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Page 85: Section A -Automatic Setup
CH 5/ Start Menu Section A Automatic Setup Overview Automatic Setup is a one-stop process using pre-defined settings to set the unit Automatic Setup 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. - Page 86 Overview, continued Automatic Setup Action... Result... procedure (continued) 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.
- Page 87 CH 5/ Start Menu Automatic Setup Action... Result... procedure (continued) 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.
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Page 88: Section B -Wizard Setup
The Energy Platform allows users to monitor events in the following setup categories: Monitoring modes Long-term Timed Recording and Long-term Timed Recording with RMS Triggers mode. - Page 89 CH 5/ Start Menu The following topics are covered in this section. In this section Topic See Page Current Probe Selection Scale Factor Setup 5-10 Circuit Type Selection 5-12 Nominal Values 5-14 Mode of Operation 5-17 Monitoring Mode 5-18 Advanced Options 5-19 Site Name/Memory Card 5-20...
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Page 90: Current Probe Selection
Current Probe Selection Current Probe Selection Follow these steps to monitor current and select probe type. Selecting current probe Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Start Menu, press Wizard Setup. • If current will not be monitored, press Next. Go to page 5-10. - Page 91 Refer to Appendix A for descriptions and part numbers of probes and adapter cables. Refer to Appendix B for Dranetz current probes technical specifications. PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www.
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Page 92: Scale Factor Setup
What is a scale factor? 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. - Page 93 CH 5/ Start Menu After setting up current probe configurations, the Scale Factor screen is displayed. Scale factor setup screen 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...
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Page 94: Circuit Type Selection
Circuit Type Selection Circuit Type Selection The Energy Platform is able to display wiring diagrams from which users can select the Circuit setup 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. - Page 95 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.
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Page 96: Nominal Values
Step 2. NOTE: Make sure that the nominal values • To set the properties to track computed by the Energy Platform are correct. frequency of a monitored Nominal values are used as basis for setting system, press Tracking. - Page 97 MARK110c NOTE: Always enter a nominal frequency that matches your line frequency. This ensures that if the Energy Platform loses external sync, it will have a corresponding internal sync. Sync Channel: Check to specify the external sync mode to show which channel the signal is connected to.
- Page 98 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 5- 14).
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Page 99: Mode Of Operation
CH 5/ Start Menu Mode of Operation After entering the correct nominal values for circuit monitoring, users have the option Basic meter setup 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. -
Page 100: Monitoring Mode
Monitoring Mode Monitoring Mode The Energy Platform provides two monitoring modes of operation from which to Choose a monitoring monitor and capture data relevant to user application. mode Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Basic Meter screen, press Next to display the different Monitoring Mode setups. -
Page 101: Advanced Options
CH 5/ Start Menu Advanced Options After selecting a monitoring mode, the system is now ready to begin monitoring and to Advanced setup 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. -
Page 102: Site Name/Memory Card
Site Name/Memory Card Site Name/Memory Card The Energy Platform uses the Compact Flash data card as primary storage for data. It Where you can save data 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. - Page 103 CH 5/ Start Menu Data card status Status Message Description messages Fragmented A fragmented FAT was detected. Monitoring cannot proceed with (continued) 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.
- Page 104 Site Name/Memory Card, continued Data card operation Action... Result... (continued) 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.
- Page 105 • 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). A number is automatically appended to the name such that filenames are automatically incremented every time the user starts monitoring with that same filename.
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Page 106: Section C -Monitor Same Circuit
Overview Section C Monitor Same Circuit Overview Menu options for monitoring become available only after setting up the instrument or Introduction 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. Users have the option to begin monitoring immediately or at a specified time and date. -
Page 107: Turning Monitoring On/Off
CH 5/ Start Menu Turning Monitoring On/Off Follow these steps to start and end monitoring. Start/Stop monitoring Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Automatic Setup screen, press OK to start monitoring (see page 5-3). The Monitoring Menu screen will be displayed. - Page 108 CIRCUIT TYPE: xxxxxx (default or user specified) MEMORY CARD: x MB (remaining space in the data card in MB units) FILENAME: User specified or Energy Platform Site xx..ddb (where xx increments every time data is saved using the same file name)
- Page 109 CH 5/ Start Menu Start/Stop monitoring Action... Result... (continued) 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.
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Page 110: Monitoring At A Specified Time And Date
For functional descriptions of the other buttons, refer to Section C Monitor Same Circuit - Turning Monitoring On/Off on page 5-25. STEP 2: The Energy Platform will monitor and collect data using either of the following monitoring schedules: • Press Start & End time to... - Page 111 CH 5/ Start Menu You can specify the date and time when the unit will begin and end monitoring. Monitoring using start & end time 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.
- Page 112 Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date, continued Monitoring using start & Action... Result... end time (continued) 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.
- Page 113 CH 5/ Start Menu Monitoring using start & Action... Result... end time (continued) 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.
- Page 114 Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date, continued Monitoring at You can specify the date and time when the unit will begin monitoring, and choose scheduled from the following interval cycles when the unit will end recording and start a new file: intervals daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or a customized number of days.
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Page 115: Modify Trigger Parameters And Intervals
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... -
Page 116: Section D -Load Setup Template From Card
Overview Section D Load Setup Template from Card Overview The Energy Platform enables users to load saved setup template files (.set) from the Introduction data card. NOTE: Loading a setup template from the card will overwrite your existing setup. Loading saved Action... -
Page 117: Section E -Load Data From Card
Data files (.ddb) consist of events that are saved to the data card while monitoring is on. Introduction The Energy Platform allows users to load stored data directly from card. The following topics are covered in this section. In this section... -
Page 118: Card Error Messages
Card Error Messages Card Error Messages The following error messages may be displayed. Error messages Error Message 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. -
Page 119: Overview
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Page 120: Advanced Options Menu
Advanced Options Menu Advanced Options Menu Advanced Options lists the threshold parameters available for review or modification. Advanced menu settings The Energy Platform allows users to customize threshold settings according to their task applications. Action... Result... STEP 1: From the Choose... -
Page 121: Rms Variation Limit
RMS variations result whenever voltage or current rms value rise above or fall below the threshold limits. The Energy Platform limits are fixed at IEEE 1159 standard default values of 90% of normal for sag (dip), 110% for swell, and 10% for interrupts. However the user has the option to enable/disable rms variations. - Page 122 RMS Variation Limit, continued Energy Platform allows users to enable/disable the trigger channels/parameters for rms Procedure to record rms variations. variation 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.
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Page 123: Demand Parameters
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. - Page 124 Demand Parameters, continued Demand parameter setup Action... Result... (continued) STEP 3: Use Start of week to determine the exact day when the weekly reporting will start. • Press the Start of week button repeatedly to display the following selection values: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat or Sun.
- Page 125 CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options Demand parameter setup Action... Result... (continued) 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.
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Page 126: Journal Limit
The hysteresis values assigned to limits are fixed and not programmable by the user. All limit values are used to determine if corresponding reporting or logging action should take place. Energy Platform is able to measure periodic samples as well as take snapshots of the Logging data by time voltage and/or current waveform. - Page 127 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.
- Page 128 Journal Limit, continued The following parameters are available for trending under the Journal Limit Setup. Journal Parameter List Refer to Appendix B Technical Specifications - Computed Parameters for the definition of parameters. Standard List Basic Computed Power Demand Energy Harmonics Basic Vector Active Power...
- Page 129 CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options The following parameters are available for trending under the Journal Limit Setup. Journal Parameter List Refer to Appendix B Technical Specifications - Computed Parameters for the definition (continued) of parameters. Advanced Demand Peak Power Predicted Demand Peak Active Power Demand Predicted W Demand Peak Apparent Power Demand...
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Page 130: Journal Interval For Timed Readings
Journal Interval for Timed Readings Journal Interval for Timed Readings The Journal Interval screen allows users to define how often the Energy Platform saves Introduction data periodically, regardless of power quality disturbances and journal limits. Power Values Definitions Power Values Interval - Power parameter values are based upon all cycles during a one second interval. - Page 131 CH 6/ Advanced Setup Options The intervals for timed readings are user programmable. Timed settings menu 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.
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Page 133: Chapter 7 - View Event Data
C H A P T E R View Event Data Overview Energy Platform offers a graphical and easy to navigate display of event list and trend Types of data display 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. - Page 134 Event files stored in data card can also be viewed on the computer. Insert the card to a Downloading and viewing Compact Flash card reader connected to the computer. No communication software data on a protocol between the Energy Platform and computer is necessary. computer The Energy Platform Report Writer or DranView program is required to retrieve ®...
- Page 135 CH 7/ View Event Data Follow these steps to display event data. View data using 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.
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Page 136: Section A -Event List
Overview Section A Event List Overview Event list presents a summary of all captured events in the order that they occurred. Event list description 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. -
Page 137: Section B -Trend
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. -
Page 138: Trend Display
Trend Display Trend Display A trend consists of the timed and threshold waveforms for the parameter on display. What is displayed on a trend? 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. -
Page 139: Trend Setup
CH 7/ View Event Data Trend Setup Follow these steps to view data trends. The same procedure applies even when you Trend settings 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. - Page 140 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. •...
- Page 141 CH 7/ View Event Data The Energy Platform provides setup options to measure rms data per second. RMS settings 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).
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Page 143: Chapter 8 - Reports
C H A P T E R Reports Overview Users have the option to view demand and energy reports. Each report has their own Report types method of presenting data status. Each also differs on the length of evaluation period to monitor compliance. -
Page 144: Demand And Energy Report
Demand and Energy Report Demand and Energy Report The report panel allows you to toggle between Demand or Energy parameters. Setup options 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:... - Page 145 CH 8/ Reports Preset The table below shows the default parameters on display in the report panel. parameters Setup Parameters Demand Active Power Demand Predicted Watt Demand Demand Interval Status Daily Peak Demand Weekly Peak Demand Monthly Peak Demand RMS Voltage RMS Current Active Power Energy Present Energy Rate...
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Page 147: Chapter 9 - Downloading Events
C H A P T E R Downloading Events Overview The Energy Platform allows users to download, archive and view event data in a In this chapter computer This section describes the standard and optional software applications that allow users to transfer and store Energy Platform data files to a computer. -
Page 148: Viewing Events Via Eprw
EPRW program Energy Platform 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. -
Page 149: Viewing Events Via Dranview
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Page 150: Dranview With Hasp
The recommended specifications are ® especially encouraged for use with instruments that allow generation of very large databases i.e. Energy Platform, PX5, and PowerVisa. The Compact Flash storage media in these instruments are able to handle very large files. Operating System MS Windows 95, 98 SE, NT 4.0, ME;... - Page 151 The serial number is required to replace HASP in case it gets lost or destroyed. HASP for USB Port The table below shows the HASP ID labels that go with the corresponding Dranetz product. ID Label Supports the following...
- Page 152 As part of our continuing quality development effort, and in the event of finding serious bugs, Dranetz may occassionally post a self-installing upgrade patch which users can download for free. The patch may be found at the Dranetz website www.dranetz.com under “Software Packages and Updates”. The upgrades are available to users who are registered owners of DranView .
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Page 153: Appendix A - Optional Accessories
A P P E N D I X Optional Accessories Overview This appendix lists the optional accessories for Energy Platform. It covers the hardware Introduction accessories available for use with the Energy Platform and the Dranetz software application used to download and view event data in a computer. -
Page 154: Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions
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 1.2 A RMS TR-2501 Current Probe Assembly, 1 to 10 A RMS TR-2510... - Page 155 APPENDIX A/ Optional Accessories Hardware Accessories List Accessory Part Number (continued) AC/DC Current Probes AC/DC Current Probe, 150A, Without AC Adapter PR150/SP1 AC/DC Current Probe, 150A, Battery Powered PR150/SP2 AC/DC Current Probe, 1500A, Without AC Adapter PR1500/SP7 AC/DC Current Probe, 1500A, Battery Powered PR1500/SP8 Current Probe Adapter Cables Adapter Cable, 658 Current Probe to 4300...
- Page 156 External Battery Charger with FLEX Adapter Cables LF-PSP External Battery Charger with DRANFLEX Probe Power DF-PSP Adapter Isolated Current Transformer 0.1A to 5A ISO-65X-5 Dranetz Reference Publications Field Handbook for Electrical Energy Management HB114415 Field Handbook for Power Quality Analysis HB114414-S PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www.
- Page 157 TR2021, TR2019B, TR2022, TR2023: These four probes are made for the Dranetz model 658 but can be used with the Energy Platform by using an adapter cable (part number CA4300). They can measure rms currents in ranges of 1 to 30 A, 1 to 300 A, 10 to 1000 A, and 10 to 3000 A, respectively, and are needed to accurately measure medium and high frequency transients.
- Page 158 Miscellaneous hardware Energy Platform and its cable connections in place. It is made of fiber glass and is intended for indoor and outdoor use. This enclosure is sturdy, lightweight, corrosion- resistant. It is able to withstand windblown dust, rain, splashing water, and ice formation.
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Page 159: Software Accessories List
-based program that is used to archive, view and analyze DranView ® ® ® application event data downloaded in the computer. Energy Platform firmware requires DranView ® V6.9 or higher with Energy Platform driver. DranView is available in soft key version (without HASP) and in hard key version ®... - Page 160 This page intentionally left blank. PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
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Page 161: Overview
A P P E N D I X Technical Specifications Overview In this appendix The following specifications are covered in this appendix. Topic See Page General Interfaces Measured Parameters Computed Parameters Parameter Settings in Each Monitoring Mode TR2500 Current Probe B-10 TR2510 Current Probe B-11... -
Page 162: General
General General Size: 12” Width x 2.5” Height x 8” Depth (30 x 6.4 x 20.3 cm) Dimensions Weight: 3.8 pounds Operating: 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) Environmental Storage: -20 to 55 °C (4 to 131 °F) Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing;... -
Page 163: Interfaces
Audible alarm of short (approximately 0.1 second) or long (approximately 1 second) Alarm duration to call attention to an error condition or event trigger, respectively. Communication Connect to the Energy Platform mainframe using either of the following external interface: • RS232 - Fiber Optic adapter •... -
Page 164: Measured Parameters
CMRR: -80 db typical Type: 4 full differential, DC coupled. Current Channels A, B, C, D Input Range: 10 - 200% of Rated Probe Input (Dranetz probes) RMS Accuracy: ±0.1% of Reading ±0.05% Full Scale plus Probe Accuracy, 3KHz bandwidth (1 second rms readings) Each voltage/current pair (i.e. -
Page 165: Computed Parameters
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications Computed Parameters The computations below apply to single channel parameters. Single Channel Note that 0 = Phase Angle of Voltage, while 0 = Phase Angle of Current. Parameters Average of the instantaneous power samples taken as the product of voltage and current True Average Power samples. - Page 166 Computed Parameters, continued Calculated using the True Average Power divided by the Apparent Power. See Note True Power Factor below for sign information. WATT Calculated using cosine of the phase angle between the fundamental frequency Displacement components of voltage with respect to current (0 = 0 Power Factor ).
- Page 167 APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications The computations below apply to three phase wye configuration. Totals Totals for split phase can be determined by eliminating phase C (i.e. split phase WATT = WATT + WATT Power Total WATT WATT WATT WATT Fundamental Power Total WATT WATT...
- Page 168 Computed Parameters, continued See Note on page B-6 for sign information. True Power Factor, Arithmetic Total WATT Arithmetic Tot Arithmetic Tot See Note on page B-6 for sign information. True Power Factor, Vector Total WATT Vector-Tot Vector Tot See Note on page B-6 for sign information. Displacement Power Factor, Arithmetic Total...
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Page 169: Parameter Settings In Each Monitoring Mode
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications Parameter Settings in Each Monitoring Mode The following table lists the default settings for the threshold parameters in each Setup parameters monitoring mode. Long-term Timed Recording, Long-term Timed Recording, Parameters Demand, Energy Demand, Energy with RMS Triggers RMS Variation High Limit Low Limit... -
Page 170: Tr2500 Current Probe
TR2500 Current Probe TR2500 Current Probe To achieve the rated accuracies, follow these guidelines: 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. Range: 1 to 500 Arms Specifications Accuracy:... -
Page 171: Tr2510 Current Probe
APPENDIX B/ Technical Specifications TR2510 Current Probe To achieve the rated accuracies, follow these guidelines: 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. Range: 0.1 to 10 Arms Specifications Accuracy (at 60 Hz): 0.1 to 10A, ±1% reading ±0.01A... -
Page 172: Dranflex 3000Xl/6000Xl Current Probes
Accuracy: 50 to 60Hz: Note: Overall measurement accuracy is the probe accuracy plus the instrument accuracy. Refer to the applicable Dranetz instrument user's guide for measurement accuracy for the instrument you are using Phase shift (45 to 65 Hz): ±1 degree... - Page 173 Accuracy: 50 to 60Hz: Note: Overall measurement accuracy is the probe accuracy plus the instrument accuracy. Refer to the applicable Dranetz instrument user's guide for measurement accuracy for the instrument you are using Phase shift (45 to 65 Hz): ±1 degree...
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Page 175: Appendix C - Battery Specifications And Replacement Procedure
A P P E N D I X Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Overview The internal battery pack used in Energy Platform functions as the primary power Introduction 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. - Page 176 NOTE: The length of time that the Energy Platform can operate on the battery pack degrades over the life of the batteries and the number of charge/discharge cycles. Memory backup Energy Platform uses a non-volatile flash memory for data storage. Data will not be lost if the battery pack is removed.
- Page 177 DO NOT intentionally short circuit the battery pack. The batteries are capable of WARNING 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 battery charger, since improper charging could cause battery explosion.
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Page 178: Battery Pack Replacement
Disconnect voltage and current probes from the circuit and the Energy Platform’s rear panel. On the bottom of the Energy Platform, push the tab to release the battery cover. Refer to the diagram shown on page C-5. Remove the cover. - Page 179 APPENDIX C/ Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Battery removal diagram PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
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- Page 181 The following parts are easily replaced by the operator and do not require special tools Introduction or access to the interior of the unit. Call Dranetz Customer Service at (732) 287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832 to order any To order parts of the following parts.
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Page 183: Appendix E - Common Circuit Connections
A P P E N D I X 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. - Page 184 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...
- Page 185 DO NOT install any connection of the Energy Platform to live power lines. • Connections must be made to the Energy Platform first, then connect to the circuit to be monitored. • If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this user’s guide, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
- Page 186 Overview, continued This section contains diagrams of both voltage and current probe connections that are Voltage and current required when power measurements are to be made. connections 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.
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Page 187: Verifying Voltage And Current Connections
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Verifying Voltage and Current Connections Correct voltage and current connection of single phase, split phase, or polyphase Introduction 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. - Page 188 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).
- Page 189 APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections Single Phase When making voltage connections to a single phase circuit use channel A differential Introduction inputs as shown below. The figure also shows voltage connection using channel D as a differential input for measuring neutral to ground voltage. Be sure to connect the current probe with the arrow on the handle pointing towards the NOTE load or an erroneous power reading will result.
- Page 190 Split Phase Split Phase When making split phase measurements, use both channels A and B for voltage and Introduction 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.
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Page 191: Phase, Four Wire Wye
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections 3 Phase, Four Wire Wye Channels A, B, and C are connected to voltage and current probes. The neutral is Introduction 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. -
Page 192: Phase 2-Watt Delta
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Page 193: 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel B
APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections 2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel B Channels A and C are connected to voltage. Current probes are connected to channels Introduction A, B and C. The neutral is connected to common and is the reference for the three channels. -
Page 194: 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel C
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Page 195: Connecting To A Potential Transformer (Pt
Follow the safety precautions listed on page E-3 when making all potential transformer Safety Precautions connections. Potential Transformers are not manufactured by Dranetz and are discussed here NOTE for informational purposes only. A potential transformer (PT), also referred to as a voltage instrument transformer,... - Page 196 Energy Platform when voltage computations are performed. The PT scale factor is usually mounted on the PT assembly and is entered into the Energy Platform on the scale factors screen (refer to page 5-10). Refer to the PT manufacturer’s literature for the scale factor for the device you are using.
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Page 197: Connecting To A Current Transformer (Ct
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Page 198: Connecting To An Isolated Current Transformer (Iso
Low current monitoring devices made by Dranetz are called isolated current Introduction transformers or ISO boxes. The Dranetz ISO box has a 5 A current range. The following safety precautions apply to ISO box connections in addition to those Safety precautions safety precautions stated on page E-3. - Page 199 ISO boxes can be used in a number of ways. These methods include: Applications • connecting them to the secondary of CTs for metering by the Energy Platform. • inserting them in series with the load current to measure low current values.
- Page 200 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer, continued DO NOT exceed current limits of the ISO box. CAUTION PRECAUCION NO exceda los límites de corriente de la caja del ISO. NE PAS dépasser les limites d’intensité du transformateur ISO. ATTENTION Die aktuellen Grenzwerte für den ISO-Kasten sollten NICHT überschritten VORSICHT werden.
- Page 201 A P P E N D I X Event Classification Events characterization implemented in the Energy Platform adheres to the IEEE 1159 Range of Variations per measurement standards. The range of variations as per IEEE standards are featured IEEE standard below.
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- Page 203 A P P E N D I X Energy Platform Menu Structure The Energy Platform menu screen maps are shown in the following pages. Use the Menu structure description Level number and Heading as guide to navigate through the different menu screens.
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Page 205: Level No
LEVEL 100/1 Start Menu - Automatic Setup EP100 To Level 001 EP123 EP101 EP104a EP104 EP104b EP104c PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:... - Page 206 LEVEL 100/2(a) EP100 Start Menu - Wizard Setup To Level 001 MARK101 EP104a MARK105 MARK105b MARK102 EP107 EP108 MARK103 MARK110 To Level 108 G-4/a PowerMeterStore cont. next page 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
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Page 207: G-4/B
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Page 208: Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit G-5/A
LEVEL 100/3a EP100 Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit EP121 EP122 EP125 EP141 EP123 EP123a TO LEVEL 100/3b EP136 EP123b EP123c PowerMeterStore G-5/a 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:... - Page 209 LEVEL 100/3b Start Menu - Monitor Same Circuit EP125 EP125a EP125b EP129 EP126 EP125c EP130 EP127 monitoring turns on upon start time (see screen below) EP131 EP128 PowerMeterStore G-5/b 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
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Page 210: Start Menu - Load Setup Template From Card
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Page 212: Circuit Type Selection
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LEVEL 220 MARK221 Harmonics toggle between graphical switch channel display harmonics and list of harmonics switch to V, I, or W MARK235 MARK236 MARK237 MARK237b MARK235b MARK236b MARK236c MARK235c toggle between Normalized and UnNormalized phase values MARK236d MARK236e MARK235d G-13 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. -
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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... -
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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_209 EP112_209b G-16 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:... -
Page 221: Advanced Options - Journal Limit
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LEVEL 470 Reports – Demand & Energy EP470 return to Home screen EP602 G-21 PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...