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- Page 1 Power Prowler UsER MANUAL 3-In-1 DMM/TDR Cable Fault Finder for Energized and Unenergized Cables LW-PLR600 LW-PLR600AV Revison 08/19/13 LiveWireInnovation.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Power Prowler 3-In-1 DMM/TDR Cable Fault Finder for Energized and Unenergized Cables User Manual Table of Contents About the Power Prowler................3 Features and Functions................3 Physical Features..................3 Optional Accessories................4 Safety Information...................5 Power Prowler Description..............6 Terms and Descriptions................7 Types of Faults..................7 General Operations..................8 On/Off..................8 Automatic Power Down................8 System Settings..................9... -
Page 3: About The Power Prowler
ABOUT THE POWER PROWLER The Power Prowler is used to accurately measure voltage and resistance as well as to test voice, data, and video cables. The Power Prowler determines cable length, identifies cable faults, and quickly discovers the Velocity of Propagation (VOP) for a cable using patented Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry (SSTDR). -
Page 4: Optional Accessories
Power Prowler Your Power Prowler comes in two different kits and has optional accessories available. Part Number Description ▪ Power Prowler Main Unit ▪ DMM Meter Leads 600V CAT III Leader Cable: 5 feet 600V CAT II ▪ ▪ Flanged Crocodile Clips: LW-PLR600 red and black 600V CAT III ▪... -
Page 5: Safety Information
safety Information To ensure safe operations of the Power Prowler, follow instructions carefully and observe warning and caution messages in this manual. Failure to observe warnings can result in severe injury or death and can damage the equipment. Notifi cation Defi... -
Page 6: Power Prowler Description
Power Prowler Description On the LCD screen, three main functions are displayed Warning LEDs Battery life 1. Multimeter LCD display screen 2. Fault Detection 3. Live Event Detection Keypad Function keys Multimeter Multimeter Settings Fault Location Fault Location Live Event Detection Back Test... -
Page 7: Terms And Descriptions
Terms and Descriptions Table 1 defines the terms used throughout the document and provides information to assist with proper operation and understanding of the unit and its functions. Table 1. Terms and Descriptions Terms Description and Uses Velocity of Speed of electric signal traveling through a cable; Propagation (VOP) measured as a percentage of speed of light Safety Extra Low... -
Page 8: General Operations
GENERAL OPERATIONs Follow instructions carefully and pay attention to warning and caution symbols. Failure to observe warnings can result in damage to the Power Prowler or cause severe injury or death. On/Off ▪ Turn unit on/off—press the red Power button Automatic Power Down ▪... -
Page 9: System Settings
sysTEM sETTINGs A setting is selected by pressing the up and down arrow keys. The currently selected setting is indicated by the left and right arrow icons appearing beside the function and the value of the function being highlighted with a green background. Use the left and right arrows to change the settings. - Page 10 ▪ Power Line Frequency (DMM) - Use the Left/Right buttons to toggle between 50 and 60Hz power line frequencies. Set to the local line frequency to reduce noise sensitivity to power lines. ▪ Language – English is the default language selected. Use the left and right arrow keys to select either French, Spanish, or English.
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Page 11: Digital Multimeter Options (Dmm)
DIGITAL MULTIMETER OPERATIONs (DMM) The Digital Multimeter Mode of the Power Prowler measures DC voltage, AC voltage, continuity, and resistance. For voltage and resistance, the Power Prowler will provide a measurement as well as minimum and maximum values. Using the Multimeter ▪... - Page 12 an open circuit or Low Resistance (LO). Maximum resistance to detect continuity is 250 Ohms. ▪ Resistance Mode measures and displays resistance between input probes. The display shows real-time input unless you press Hold or Min/Max. When input exceeds your presently selected range, the letters OL (overload) appear.
- Page 13 ▪ Press the Hold soft key to resume real-time displays. ▪ Press the Restart soft key to reset the AVG and VDC or VAC readings and display new inputs. ▪ Press the Min/Max soft key to switch back to the Min/Max mode.
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Page 14: Fault Location (Tdr Operation)
FAULT LOCATION (ssTDR OPERATION) The Power Prowler determines the length of a variety of cable types and calculates the VOP of a cable with known length. When connecting to a cable, use proper adapters for the application. When connecting to energized cables over 60V, you will need the leader cable (CA008) rated at 600V CAT III. -
Page 15: Fault Location Display
Fault Location Display ▪ Press the red Power button to turn the unit on. ▪ Connect the proper adapter for your application to the Power Prowler, and then connect to the cable under test. Select the Fault Location icon by pressing the Left/Right buttons, then press the Enter button or press the Fault Location soft key ▪... -
Page 16: Changing Vop Values
▪ The left/right cursor buttons scroll through preset cable types and VOP values (as well as values you may have saved). This list includes generic names (Custom Cable 1, for example) used to save custom VOP values. ▪ When performing a test, the valid length indicator (=) appears on the top left portion of the screen. - Page 17 ▪ Use the +50 or -50 soft keys to increase or decrease the length by 50 feet (approximately 20 meters). ▪ When calibrating a known cable under 50ft (15m) accuracy will be low. ▪ Press the Test button to calculate VOP from your known cable length. ▪...
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Page 18: Favorites
Favorites The favorites screen is accessible by pressing the Favorites soft key A table will appear with six user-selected cable types. To select a Favorite cable type: ▪ Press the Up/Down buttons to scroll and highlight a cable type in the list. -
Page 19: Conducting A Test
Conducting a Test Once your VOP and cable type have been selected, you can run a test. ▪ Press the green Test button to run a Fault Location test. ▪ The graphic on the left side of the screen will display an open or short condition. -
Page 20: Live Event Detection
LIVE EVENT DETECTION Live Event Detection monitors a cable for changes. In this mode, the Power Prowler detects, locates, and time stamps the fault. How to run a Live Event Detection Test ▪ Press the red Power button to turn the unit on. ▪... -
Page 21: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Batteries ▪ The Power Prowler is powered by 6 alkaline AA batteries. ▪ When the battery life indicator is flashing, or the onscreen battery life indicator shows only one bar, it’s time to replace the batteries. ▪ Make sure the Power Prowler is turned OFF. ▪... -
Page 22: Customer Service
CUsTOMER sERVICE For technical information, visit www.livewireinnovation.com. For customer service, email support@livewireinnovation.com. Contact Numbers: Phone: 855-346-3358 Fax: 801-293-8301 Address: 10288 South Jordan Gateway, Suite A South Jordan, Utah 84095... -
Page 23: Specifications
sPECIFICATIONs Measurement Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry Technology U.S. Patents and Patents Pending Multimeter section Resolu- Description Range Accuracy (% + counts) tion 600V 400.0V 0.1V DC Volts ±(0.5% + 2) 40.00V 0.01V 4.000V 0.001V Auto-ACV LoZ ±(2.0% + 3) DC, 45~500 Hz 600V 0.1V True-rms... - Page 24 Altitude 6500 ft (2000m) operating Operating: 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C); Temperature Storage: -4 to +140°F (-20 to 60°C) Humidity 10 to 90% non-condensing Enclosure High-strength PC/ABS plastic with V0 rating with boot size 1.85”H x 3.6”W x 6.8”L (4.7 x 9.15 x 17.3 cm) Weight With batteries: 1 lb 2 oz (510 g) PENDING: Complies with ANSI/ISA 82.02.01 (61010-1)
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Page 25: Patents/Intellectual Property
PATENTs/INTELLECTUAL PROPERTy LiveWire Power Prowler is the trademark of LiveWire Innovation, Inc. and is covered by one or more patents as described at http://livewireinnovation.com/about/patents-trademarks/. -
Page 26: Warranty Information
Innovation website: www.livewireinnovation.com/warranty. Disposal WEEE Compliant: Prior to disposal of this product, please contact LiveWire Innovation for proper disposal options. Returns You must fi rst request a Return Materials Authorization number and receive shipping instructions by contacting the Customer Service Department at 855-346-3358 or by emailing support@livewireinnovation.com. - Page 27 Power Prowler...
- Page 28 Power Prowler The 21st Century Dual Mode TDR for Testing and Monitoring Energized and Unenergized Cables User Manual For technical information and customer support, please visit www.livewireinnovation.com or send an email to support@livewireinnovation.com. Contact Numbers: Phone: 855-346-3358 Fax: 801-293-8301 Address: 10288 South Jordan Gateway, Suite A South Jordan, Utah 84095 www.livewireinnovation.com...