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Megger PVS 100i User Manual

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PVS 100i
Phase Verification System
USER GUIDE
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4 (12/2016) – EN
Article number: 84534

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  • Page 1 PVS 100i Phase Verification System USER GUIDE Issue: 4 (12/2016) – EN Article number: 84534...

  • Page 2: Consultation With Megger

    All rights reserved. No part of this handbook may be copied by photographic or other means unless Megger have before-hand declared their consent in writing. The content of this handbook is subject to change without notice. Megger cannot be made liable for technical or printing errors or shortcomings of this handbook.

  • Page 3: Terms Of Warranty

    This warranty does not apply to faults in the software supplied. During the period of warranty, Megger agree to repair faulty parts or replace them with new parts or parts as new (with the same usability and life as new parts) according to their choice.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Consultation with Megger ......................2 Terms of Warranty ........................3 Contents ............................. 4 Safety Instructions ......................6 Quick start........................8 Technical Description ....................9 General Description ........................9 Technical Data .......................... 11 Features and Components ....................... 12 Connections and Controls ......................14 Preparing the Units for Deployment ................

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Intended application The PVS 100i is designed only to be operated via a direct connection to low voltage networks up to 400 V. When using the high voltage sensor HVS 120/36i, the PVS 100i can also be operated in connection with a suitable insulating rod on medium and high voltage lines with up to 120 kV system voltage (corresponds to max.
  • Page 7 Device in fully All components of the PVS 100i may only be used if they are in a fully functional state. functional condition In the event of mechanical damage (e.g. crack in the housing) or dirt, the electrical safety may be compromised. This especially applies to the high voltage sensor, since damage to it could pose an immediate danger to life and limb.

  • Page 8: Quick Start

    Quick start Purpose The following quick start guide is intended to enable you to put the PVS 100i into operation and perform initial measurements without a great deal of training. In this guide, only the really necessary operating steps and settings are described.

  • Page 9: Technical Description

    The PVS 100i system allows safe and reliable identification of the phasing on live systems, so that the phases can be assigned and labelled in order to prevent operating errors with serious consequences, for example during switching operations.
  • Page 10 For the purpose of this type of “remote” comparison, the PVS 100i consists of two devices, one of which (the base station) is connected to a reference phase. The second device (the mobile unit) can be connected anywhere in the network, and the phasing can be determined across various voltage levels by comparing the angle of the phase currently being tested with that of the reference phase.

  • Page 11: Technical Data

    Technical Data The PVS 100i is specified by the following technical parameters: Parameter Value Operating voltage 115 V / 230 V AC 50/60 Hz Power consumption 100 VA Battery Lithium ion (12.6 V; 4.8 Ah) Battery life 10 hours Input voltage range of 5 V …...

  • Page 12: Features And Components

    Features and Components Features The PVS 100i is distinguished by the following features: • Real-time phase indication with GSM/GPS connection or with available low voltage connection. • Can temporary operate independently of GPS reception thanks to internal synchronization. • High voltage sensor for up to 120 kV with bidirectional wireless transmission to the PVS 100i and direct visual/audible phase indication.
  • Page 13 Optional accessories The following accessories can be ordered by your Megger representative, if required: Accessories Description Order number Hot stick 30 kV, for use with HV sensor 820015301 1038 mm Hot stick 30 kV, for use with HV sensor 820015302...

  • Page 14: Connections And Controls

    Connections and Controls The PVS 100i has the following connections and controls: Element Description Mains power socket On/off button Slot for holding the PDA stylus USB port for connection of USB flash drive 868/915 MHz rod antenna (pivoting) for communication with the high voltage...

  • Page 15: Preparing The Units For Deployment

    Preparing the Units for Deployment Updating the PVS Proceed as follows to update the firmware of a device: 100i firmware Step Description Save the two files of type *.fla in the FIRMWARE directory of an empty USB stick. Plug the USB stick into the USB port of the turned-off device that is connected to the mains voltage.
  • Page 16 Installing / replacing To install or exchange the SIM card, remove the 6 screws on the top of the device using a the SIM card Phillips screwdriver and take the hardware module out of the Peli case. Spring mechanism to eject the carriage Briefly press on the yellow spring mechanism to eject the carriage from its position.

  • Page 17: General Operation

    General Operation The PVS 100i has a robust design and has passed all practical and stress tests. It has also withstood loads that have, in part, considerably exceeded the threshold values required by the relevant standards. Nevertheless, the PVS 100i and its system components are electronic measuring devices CAUTION which must be handled with due care and attention.

  • Page 18: Mains And Battery Operation

    Mains and Battery Operation Mains operation The PVS 100i can be operated with an external power supply (115 V / 230 V AC). To do this, the mains supply socket must be connected to the mains using the power cable supplied.

  • Page 19: Using The Stylus

    Using the Stylus All entries on the PVS 100i are made on the touch-screen using the stylus. To activate a touch button, you only need to gently touch it with the tip of the stylus. Always put the stylus back in its slot after use.
  • Page 20 GPS reception The bar graph labelled GPS indicates the current GPS signal quality or the reserve power of the internal time reference when the device is turned on. The display changes as follows, depending on the situation: GPS reception is ensured No GPS for 1 hour Searching for Receiving...
  • Page 21 To do so, the GPS antenna must be removed from the base station (as shown in the following image) and screwed onto the stand. Once the stand is positioned on a clear surface outside of the building, the cable must be connected to the respective connectors on the base station and on the underside of the GPS antenna.

  • Page 22: Commissioning The Base Station

    Defines the mode the device operates in. Because the basic hardware and software are the same, any device in a PVS 100i system can be used as base station or mobile unit. For the base station, the Base option has to be selected.

  • Page 23: General Instructions For Using The Mobile Unit

    Defines the mode the device operates in. Because the basic hardware and software are the same, any device in a PVS 100i system can be used as base station or mobile unit. For the mobile unit, the Mobile option has to be selected.
  • Page 24 Parameter Description Expert mode The export mode only needs to be enabled if new measurement profiles are to be created (see section 8). It can be kept disabled during day-to-day use. Store Only if this function is enabled, a button to save the measurement measurement data is available after the measurement.
  • Page 25 Parameter Description Keypad tones Switching the keypad tones on or off. Phase ID Using this dialogue, each phase can be assigned a name, a specific phase angle and a maximum tolerance range. For example, with the setting L3 | 120° | ±20°, each phase with an shift between 100°...

  • Page 26: Electrical Connection Of The Mobile Unit

    7.2.2 Voltage Tapping Depending on the voltage level at which the phase identification is to be performed, the voltage must be tapped in an appropriate manner. The PVS 100i offers the following options for this: • Direct connection to low voltage lines up to 400 V via measuring cables (see section 7.2.2.1).

  • Page 27: 7.2.2.1 Direct Connection

    7.2.2.1 Direct Connection Dielectric strength The maximum voltage at the inputs for the test voltage U may not CAUTION exceed 400 V. Note the connection order! 1. Connect yellow socket to protective earth using the green/yellow earth lead 2. Connect black socket with neutral or protective conductor CAUTION 3.
  • Page 28 Direct tapping of LV Using the measuring cable MK 55 (available as a special accessory - see section 3.3) HRC fuses the test voltage can be directly tapped from LV HRC fuses of size 00 – 3 (6 … 630 A). Observe the following safety instructions when using the measuring cable MK 55: •...

  • Page 29: 7.2.2.2 Connection To Capacitive Test Points

    MK 55. The existing fuse must continue to be used. 7.2.2.2 Connection to Capacitive Test Points The PVS 100i probe must only be directly connected to interfaces in accordance to IEC 61243-5 Type LRM. LRM interface (IEC 61234) In combination with the „HR->LRM“...

  • Page 30: 7.2.2.3 Using The High Voltage Sensor Hvs 120/36I

    7.2.2.3 Using the High Voltage Sensor HVS 120/36i Safety instructions for handling the high voltage sensor Non-observance of the following rules can lead to an arc igniting, which could then cause serious or even fatal injuries. • The high voltage sensor may only be used for the specified rated voltage CAUTION of up to 120 kV system voltage (corresponds to 70 kV phase to earth voltage).
  • Page 31 Design of the hot stick A hot stick is divided into the following segments: Limit disc Red ring Isolating section Handle Registering the HV Before a sensor can be used for the first time in combination with a mobile unit, its serial sensor in the mobile number and its item number must be entered in the system settings of the device (see unit...
  • Page 32 Adaptor for hot sticks In order to be able to attach the HV sensor to a hot stick with universal spline head with universal spline typical on the US market, first the HVS US adapter supplied with the US version must head be attached to the hot stick.

  • Page 33: Measurement Screen

    Measurement Screen Elements of the The actual measurement screen is continuously updated during the measurement and measurement screen offers the following information and buttons: Phase Angle List Daten Pointer -0.1° Phase corr.: -2.8°; LV1; Stop Element Description Current measured value. Using the buttons on the right, the following measurement values can be switched between: Phase...
  • Page 34 Element Description Using this button, an offset compensation can be initiated. This function is relevant only for setting up new measurement profiles. The button is shown only if Expert mode is activated in the device settings (see section 7.1). Information on the current status of the measurement and the required voltages: Data A flashing display signals an existing data connection to...

  • Page 35: Creating Measurement Profiles

    Creating Measurement Profiles Introduction By connecting the mobile unit to a known phase L1, the phase shift between base station and mobile unit which arise from vector groups can be compensated by means of the offset compensation function (see below). The required correction angle is then saved in a measurement profile.
  • Page 36 How to proceed Perform the following steps to create a new measurement profile: Step Description If you are tapping the test voltage using measuring cables, connect the U inputs on the device directly with a low voltage line or a suitable capacitive test point as described in sections 7.2.2.1 and 7.2.2.2.
  • Page 37 Step Description If the test voltage is tapped using the HV sensor, guide this now to the line as described in section 7.2.2.3 to phase L1. Start an offset compensation with the button (see page 35). Result: The calculated phase correction angle is determined and displayed below.

  • Page 38: Performing A Phase Identification

    Performing a Phase Identification Prerequisites To perform an automated phase identification with the mobile unit, the following conditions must be met: • A suitable measurement profile must exist for the phase shift between measuring point and base station (see also section 8). •...
  • Page 39 Step Description Select the type of power supply currently applicable to the mobile unit (see also section 7.2.2). If it is not a ‘true’ mains voltage (e.g. when using an emergency power unit), Battery powered must be selected. Result: The mobile unit runs through several tests and operating steps which must be completed before the actual phase identification: •...

  • Page 40: Case Example

    Case Example The following illustration shows suitable calibration points and typical measurement scenarios in an exemplary network structure. Notes regarding the individual measuring points can be found in the adjacent table. MP 4 MP 6 MP 3 HV network with uniform vector groups towards the medium voltage level MP 1...
  • Page 41 Meas. Description / Operating instructions point MP 1 The same vector groups are used between medium and low voltage and between medium and high voltage. The phase shifts caused by the vector groups between base station and mobile unit are cancelled out.

  • Page 42: Care And Storage

    Instead, use lukewarm water and a soft, lint-free cloth for wet wiping, or a microfibre cloth for dry wiping. If the display is badly scratched, Megger Service can replace the protective foil. Cleaning the high The sensor and insulating rod should always be kept clean and free of dirt and residues voltage sensor which might reduce the protection against bridging.

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    Please contact the responsible service workshop without delay to comply with the specified service interval. If necessary inspections are not performed, malfunctions, property damage and personal injury can result. In addition, warranty claims provided by Megger are voided. All proof of repairs, maintenance and service work must be properly stored.

  • Page 44: Appendix 1: Standardized Vector Groups Acc. To Iec 60076-1

    Appendix 1: Standardized Vector Groups Acc. to IEC 60076-1 Vector diagram Circuit diagram Code number Vector group (Phase shift) Upper voltage Upper voltage Upper voltage Upper voltage D d 0 Y y 0 (0°) D z 0 D y 5 Y d 5 (150°) Y z 5...

  • Page 45: Appendix 2: Determination Of The Rotary Field

    Appendix 2: Determination of the Rotary Field In determining the direction of the rotary field, consideration must be given to the current setting of the Angle positive parameter (see section 7.1)! Angle positive  clockwise: Direction 0° 120° -120° 0° -120°...
  • Page 47 Tento symbol indikuje, že výrobek nesoucí takovéto označení nelze likvidovat společně s běžným domovním odpadem. Jelikož se jedná o produkt obchodovaný mezi podnikatelskými subjekty (B2B), nelze jej likvidovat ani ve veřejných sběrných dvorech. Pokud se potřebujete tohoto výrobku zbavit, obraťte se na organizaci specializující se na likvidaci starých elektrických spotřebičů...

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