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Death, serious injury, or fire hazard could result from improper connection of this
instrument. Read and understand this manual before connecting this instrument.
Follow all installation and operating instructions while using this instrument.
Connection of this instrument must be performed in compliance with the National
Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-1996) of USA and any additional safety
requirements applicable to your installation.
Installation, operation, and maintenance of this instrument must be performed by
qualified personnel only. The National Electrical Code defines a qualified person
as "one familiar with the construction and operation of the equipment and the
hazards involved."
Power Platform
WARNING
®
TASKCard
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Revision A
April 15, 1997
DRANETZ-BMI
1000 New Durham Road
Edison, New Jersey 08818-4019
Part Number OM-PP1-TASK-PQPLUS
®
PP1 & PP1E
- PQPLUS

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  • Page 1 “one familiar with the construction and operation of the equipment and the hazards involved.” ® Power Platform PP1 & PP1E ® TASKCard - PQPLUS OPERATOR’S MANUAL Revision A April 15, 1997 DRANETZ-BMI 1000 New Durham Road Edison, New Jersey 08818-4019 Part Number OM-PP1-TASK-PQPLUS...
  • Page 2 ADVERTENCIA Una conexión incorrecta de este instrumento puede producir la muerte, lesiones graves y riesgo de incendio. Lea y entienda este manual antes de conectar. Observe todas las instrucciones de instalación y operación durante el uso de este instrumento. La conexión de este instrumento debe ser hecha de acuerdo con las normas del Código Eléctrico Nacional (ANSI/NFPA 70-1996) de EE.
  • Page 3 Safety Summary Definitions WARNING statements inform the user that certain conditions or practices could result in loss of life or physical harm. CAUTION statements identify conditions or practices that could harm the Power Platform, its data, other equipment, or property. NOTE statements call attention to specific information.
  • Page 4 Safety Summary, Continued Símbolos Los siguientes símbolos de la Comisión Internacional Electrotécnica (IEC) aparecen marcados en el panel superior y el posterior inmediatos al terminal o dispositivo en referencia: Precaución, consulte los documentos adjuntos (este manual). Operación de corriente alterna (ca) del terminal o dispositivo. Operación de corriente continua (CC) del terminal o dispositivo.
  • Page 5 Safety Summary, Continued Symboles Les symboles suivants de la Commission électrotechnique internationale (CEI) figurent sur le panneau arrière supérieur situé à proximité du terminal ou de l’unité cité: Mise en garde, consultez les documents d’accompagnement (ce manual). Fonctionnement du terminal ou du dispositif sur le courant alternatif (c.a.).
  • Page 6 Safety Summary, Continued Symbole Die folgenden Symbole der Internationalen Elektrotechnischen Kommission (International Electrotechnical Commission; IEC) befinden sich auf der Abdeck- und Seitenplatte unmittelbar am betreffenden Terminal oder Gerät. Vorsichtshinweis, siehe Begleitdokumente (dieses Handbuch). Wechselstrombetrieb des Terminals bzw. Geräts. Gleichstrombetrieb im Terminal oder Gerät. Dieses Symbol vor einem Sicherungswert weist darauf hin, daß...
  • Page 7 Safety Summary, Continued Safety The following safety precautions must be followed whenever any type of precautions connection is being made to the instrument. • Connect the green safety (earth) ground first, before making any other connections. • When connecting to electric circuits or pulse initiating equipment, open their related breakers.
  • Page 8 Safety Summary, Continued • Connecter d’abord la prise de terre de sécurité verte (terre) avant d’effectuer toute autre connexion. • Ouvrir les disjoncteurs correspondants lors d’une connexion à des circuits électriques ou à des équipement de génération d’impulsions. NE PAS effectuer de connexion d’instrument sur des lignes électriques sous tension.
  • Page 9 Change Status Revisions Original Issue: March 1, 1994. Change 1: April 15, 1994, ECOs 3294 and 3299. Change 2: April 1, 1995, ECO 3378 and ECR 3380-1. Change 3: November 25, 1996, ECO 3387. Revision A: April, 1997, ECO 3313 and 3437. Revised Sections Section Change No.
  • Page 10 Statements and Notices Statement of All products of Dranetz-BMI are warranted to the original purchaser against warranty defective material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. Dranetz-BMI will repair or replace, at its option, all defective equipment that is returned, freight prepaid, during the warranty period.
  • Page 11 Dranetz-BMI, 1000 New Durham Road, Edison, New Jersey 08818. Copyright © 1997, Dranetz-BMI All Rights Reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
  • Page 12 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Summary......................Change Status ......................Statements and Notices ....................CHAPTER 1 - Introduction Overview........................Unpacking The Power Platform ................Physical Description ....................Operational Description ..................... CHAPTER 2 - Easy Start Overview........................Turning On the Power Platform................. Changing the Tolerance for the Easy Start Setup ............Using Easy Start......................
  • Page 14 Table of Contents, Continued Split Phase........................4-40 Four Wire Wye ......................4-41 Floating Delta ......................4-42 Delta, One Leg Grounded ..................4-43 Open Leg Delta ......................4-44 High-Leg Delta ......................4-45 Phasor Diagrams for Standard Power Connections ........... 4-46 Section D - Monitoring Setup Procedures Overview........................
  • Page 15 Table of Contents, Continued CHAPTER 7 - Housekeeping Functions Overview........................Entering a Site Name ....................Setting the Time and Date ..................Selecting the Language ....................Setting Error Message Output..................Setting the Audible Alarm and LCD Mode ............... Clearing Memory ....................... 7-10 Resetting the Unit to the Factory Configuration............
  • Page 16 Table of Contents, Continued IEEE 1159 Classifications ..................10-22 Printing Event Reports....................10-23 Section B - Viewing Events Recorded on Memory Cards Overview........................10-25 Section C - Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode CHAPTER 11 - Transferring Data Overview........................11-1 Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port............
  • Page 17 Table of Contents, Continued APPENDIX E - Operator Replaceable Parts List APPENDIX F - Technical Specifications Overview........................General........................Interfaces........................Measured Parameters ....................Computed Parameters ....................Current Probes ......................Isolated Current Transformer Boxes................F-10 APPENDIX G - Predefined Setups Overview........................Setup #1: Single-Phase 120 Volt w/Neutral to Ground ..........Setup #2: Single-Phase 208 Volt ................
  • Page 18 Table of Contents, Continued APPENDIX K - Internal Modem Commands Command Codes......................Register Access Codes....................Glossary Index xviii Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 19 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 20 Dranetz Power Platform, Models PP1 & PP1E. Dranetz Power Platform, Models PP1 & PP1E, without printer. Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 21: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    Introduction Overview Power Platform The Dranetz-BMI Power Platform, Models PP1 & PP1E, shown with and description without printer on the facing page, introduces a new concept in power monitoring equipment by allowing you to change the type of monitoring the unit does by changing a TASKCard.
  • Page 22 Overview, Continued This manual This manual contains instructions for operating the Dranetz-BMI Power Platform, Model PP1 with or without the printer, with the PQPlus TASKCard installed. Throughout this manual reference to the Power Platform will be made when hardware or other generic functions are being described. Where software functions are being referenced, the term PP1-PQPlus will be used.

  • Page 23: Unpacking The Power Platform

    Dranetz-BMI Customer Service Department, telephone 732-287-3680 or 1-800-372-6832. Repacking for If you have to return the Power Platform to Dranetz-BMI Customer Service return shipment Department, repack it in its original packing materials. Refer to the repacking instructions in Appendix B.

  • Page 24: Physical Description

    Physical Description Dimensions The Dranetz-BMI Power Platform is a self-contained, portable instrument weighing less than 21 pounds and measuring 10" deep by 13" wide by 7" high. Front panel The front panel, including screen, keypad, printer, and memory card is protected by a locking, flip-top type display housing.
  • Page 25 Physical Description, Continued Batteries Refer to Appendix C for the description and replacement of the batteries contained in the Power Platform. Fuses Refer to Appendix D for fuse information. Replaceable Refer to Appendix E for operator replaceable parts. Parts Introduction...

  • Page 26: Operational Description

    Operational Description Monitoring The Dranetz-BMI PP1-PQPlus can monitor any of the following power Capacity configurations: • Single phase, 2 wire • Split phase, 3 wire • 3 phase, 3 wire (delta) • 3 phase, 4 wire (wye) While monitoring any of the above configurations, the Power Platform can also be wired to monitor neutral to ground voltage and neutral current.
  • Page 27 Operational Description, Continued Meter Mode (continued) Parameter Abbreviation Voltage Unbalance Vunb% Voltage Harmonic Distortion Vthd Current Harmonic Distortion Ithd Current Crest Factor K-Factor Voltage Harmonic N VharmN Current Harmonic N IharmN Demand Energy Phase angle meter: The PP1-PQPlus can display voltage and current phasors for all of the channels.
  • Page 28 The recommended calibration interval for this unit is once every 12 months. We recommend that you return the unit to the factory for calibration. If you decide to do so, first contact the Dranetz-BMI Customer Service Department to obtain an Authorization Number.
  • Page 29 Operational Description, Continued Digital Inputs The Power Platform's rear panel has four digital inputs. These inputs can be used for • External triggers, to generate a report • Start/stop measurements, for recording measurements only during a specified interval • Snapshot enable, to take a snapshot of all active channels. Memory Card A memory (data) card is used with the Power Platform to provide a removable, rugged, compact, solid state mass storage device.
  • Page 30 Operational Description, Continued Printing options There are three printing conditions possible dependent on which version of the PP1 is being used and whether or not an external printer is connected. These conditions are as follows: • PP1 with internal printer, •...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2 - Easy Start

    Chapter 2 Easy Start Overview Introduction This chapter provides you with a quick and easy way to start monitoring if you are familiar with the setup and operation of similar power monitoring equipment. If you are not familiar with equipment of this type, proceed to Chapter 3 for a detailed description of the PP1-PQPlus.

  • Page 32: Turning On The Power Platform

    Turning On the Power Platform Procedure Follow these steps to turn on the Power Platform. Step Action Plug unit into an ac power source. Verify that the PQPlus TASKCard is inserted into the slot on the rear panel. Turn on the unit. Result: If the TASKCard is inserted correctly, the unit will perform internal diagnostics, momentarily display the message “TASKCard Found, Loading PQPlus Vxx”, then display the scope...

  • Page 33: Changing The Tolerance For The Easy Start Setup

    Changing the Tolerance for the Easy Start Setup Introduction Easy start percent tolerance is the percent used by easy start to calculate the values of the threshold settings above and below the nominal voltage and current values that you will enter. If you want to keep the default setting, go to page 2-5.
  • Page 34 Changing the Tolerance for the Easy Start Setup, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to change the easy start percent tolerance. Step Action Press SET TOL. Result: The menu bar will change to the following. Enter the number from the keypad. Press ENTER.

  • Page 35: Using Easy Start

    Using Easy Start Introduction Refer to the tables on the following pages for the possible easy start combinations based on the information that you enter. The Easy Start process will change previously programmed instrument CAUTION settings and configurations. Monitoring is also shut down during Easy Start programming.
  • Page 36 Using Easy Start, Continued Procedure (continued Step Action Is the unit connected to a circuit and collecting data? • If yes, press CANCEL and save data to a memory card before proceeding. See page 11-31. • If no, press CONTINUE and enter the required information as you proceed through the Easy Start screens.
  • Page 37 Using Easy Start, Continued Easy Start setup Parameter thresholds: The following table lists the settings for the parameters in the Easy Start setup. All other parameters are turned off. Parameter Setting V HIGH RMS + 10% from nominal V LOW RMS - 10% from nominal V TRANSIENT...
  • Page 38 Using Easy Start, Continued Automatic The following table list the reports that will be printed out based on the values Report Settings that you entered into easy start. All reports will be printed out daily at midnight. Monitoring Circuit Type Single Split 3 Phase...

  • Page 39: Chapter 3 - Controls, Indicators, And Connectors

    Chapter 3 Controls, Indicators, and Connectors Overview Introduction This chapter identifies and describes the controls, indicators, and connectors on the front and rear panels of the Power Platform. In addition, the methods of positioning the unit for carrying, operating, and securing the unit are discussed. In this chapter The following topics are covered in this chapter.

  • Page 40: Front Panel

    Front Panel Diagram Models PP1 & PP1E Continued on next page Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 41 Front Panel, Continued Parts Table Function Part Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Provides 2 3/4 x 4 1/2 inch (5 x 10 cm) display consisting of 240 by 128 pixels (dots) of text and graphic information. Has electroluminescent (EL) backlighting for low light level viewing.

  • Page 42: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel Diagram Model PP1 8600-15 Continued on next page Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 43 Rear Panel, Continued Diagram Model PP1E Continued on next page Controls, Indicators, and Connectors...
  • Page 44 Rear Panel, Continued Parts Table Models PP1 &PP1E Part Description CHANNEL A, + Differential Voltage Input Connector; color red. CHANNEL A, - Differential Voltage Input Connector; color white. CHANNEL A, CURRENT PROBE Input Connector. CHANNEL B, + Differential Voltage Input Connector; color yellow.
  • Page 45 Rear Panel, Continued Parts Table (continued) Part Description 10-16VDC, External DC voltage source input. PP1: RJ-11C. Telephone jack for internal 2400 baud modem connection. PP1E: Not available. TASK CARD, connector slot. TASKCard Protective Cover, mounted with screws after TASKCard is installed. (Not shown.) RELAY CONTACTS, 120 VAC AT 1A MAX, 30 VDC AT 1A MAX.

  • Page 46: Positioning The Unit

    Positioning the Unit Handle release Handle releases, in the pivots of the handles, must be pressed inwards together to unlock the handles. Once released, the handles can be positioned in three positions: one for carrying the unit, and two for viewing the display at 15 or 45 degrees.

  • Page 47: Chapter 4 - Getting Started

    Chapter 4 Getting Started Overview What is getting This chapter helps you to get started in making the required connections to the started? circuit to be monitored, verify that your connections are made correctly, activate a monitoring setup so that the unit can begin gathering information, and view the basic displays of the parameters being monitored.

  • Page 48: Section A - Turn On Procedures

    Section A Turn On Procedures Overview Introduction This section describes the procedures you need to perform before you turn the unit on and what you should see after it is on. Possible error conditions and the necessary corrective actions are also discussed. In this section The following topics are covered in this section.

  • Page 49: Setting The Voltage Selector

    Setting the Voltage Selector Introduction The Power Platform input voltage may be set to 115VAC or 230VAC by manually positioning a selector type switch. The selected operating voltage is indicated in a window of the fuse holder. The power to the Power Platform must be off when changing the voltage WARNING selector.
  • Page 50 Setting the Voltage Selector, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Grasp and pull out voltage selector from fuse holder body. Voltage Selector 8600-57 Rotate voltage selector so that desired voltage marking is facing rear of panel. Insert voltage selector into fuse holder slot and push firmly to seat. Replace fuse holder.

  • Page 51: Power Requirements

    Power Requirements Introduction The Power Platform can be operated from an AC or DC power source. Refer to Appendix I for information about connecting to an external DC power source. Connecting to Follow these steps to connect to an AC power source. an AC power source Step...

  • Page 52: Installing A Taskcard

    Installing a TASKCard Procedure Follow these steps to install a TASKCard. Step Action Turn off power to the unit. Remove TASKCard-PQPlus from its protective holder and check that the plug end of card is clean and free of any obstruction. Note: If plug end of card is dirty, clean with static-free, dry, low pressure air to remove any foreign material causing obstruction of the plug holes.

  • Page 53: Turning The Unit On

    Turning the Unit On Do not turn power on unless a secure safety ground, using the green safety WARNING wire, is connected to the green ground terminal on the rear panel. No encienda la energía a menos de que haya una conexión a tierra de ADVERTEN- seguridad, utilizando el alambre de seguridad verde, con el terminal de conexión a tierra verde en el panel posterior.
  • Page 54 Turning the Unit On, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Turn on power to the unit. Result: If the TASKCard is inserted correctly, the unit will perform internal diagnostics, momentarily display the message “TASKCard Found, Loading PQPlus Vxx”, then display the scope mode screen shown below.
  • Page 55 Turning the Unit On, Continued TASKcard error messages (continued) Error Message What to Do Next Corrupt TASKCard. Booting from A TASKCard was found but it was ROM. not recognized as a valid TASKCard. Turn off power and recheck TASKCard. If the TASKCard is properly inserted, there may be a problem, notify Dranetz.
  • Page 56 Turning the Unit On, Continued When to boot Boot from ROM under the following conditions: from ROM • you have a problem loading the TASKCard, or • you want to operate the power platform without the TASKCard. Booting from To boot from ROM proceed as follows: Step Action From the error message screen, press any key.

  • Page 57: Section B - Voltage And Current Cable Connections

    Section B Voltage and Current Cable Connections Overview Introduction This section covers topics related to the connection of the various voltage and current devices that can be used when making measurements. For specific circuit applications, refer to Section C. Death, serious injury, or fire hazard could result from improper WARNING connection of this instrument.
  • Page 58 Overview, Continued Si l'instrument est mal connecté, la mort, des blessures graves, ou un AVERTISSE- MENT 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 59 Overview, Continued • Connections must be made to the instrument first, then connect to the circuit to be monitored. • Wear safety glasses and insulated gloves when making connections to power circuits. • Hands, shoes and floor must be dry when making any connection to a power line.
  • Page 60 Overview, Continued • Porter des lunettes de protection et des gants isolants pour effectuer des connexions aux circuits électriques. • S’assurer que les mains, les chaussures et le sol soient secs lors de connexions à une ligne électrique. • S’assurer que l’unité est ÉTEINTE avant de connecter les sondes au panneau arrière.

  • Page 61: Connecting A Voltage Probe

    Connecting a Voltage Probe Safety Follow the safety precautions listed on page 4-12 when making all voltage precautions probe connections. Medidas de Siga las medidas de seguridad listadas en la página 4-13 cuando efectúe todas seguridad las conexiones potenciales del transformador. Mesures de Suivez les mesures de sécurité...
  • Page 62 Connecting a Voltage Probe, Continued Voltage Safety Voltage safety clips, shown below, are supplied as four sets of the standard Clip Assemblies accessory measurement cable set. Each clip is a detachable, crocodile jaw type voltage probe that connects to a slip-on end connector of the channel measurement cables.
  • Page 63 Connecting a Voltage Probe, Continued Measurement cable set 8600-28 Getting Started 4-17...
  • Page 64 Connecting a Voltage Probe , Continued Connection Follow these guidelines when making voltage connections. guidelines • Refer to the measurement test set figure for color coding of probes that connect to input channel connectors A, B, C, and D. • Each channel input has plus (+) and minus (-) differential inputs of 60 to 600Vrms max.
  • Page 65 Connecting a Voltage Probe, Continued Neutral to The following figure shows a voltage connection using channel D as a ground differential input for a single phase connection. Connections are identical for connection split phase, delta, and wye configurations. One probe connects the source example neutral line to the D+ input.

  • Page 66: Connecting To A Potential Transformer (Pt)

    Connecting to a Potential Transformer (PT) Safety Follow the safety precautions listed on page 4-12 when making all potential Precautions transformer connections. Medidas de Siga las medidas de seguridad listadas en la página 4-13 cuando efectúe todas seguridad las conexiones potenciales del transformador. Mesures de Suivez les mesures de sécurité...
  • Page 67 Connecting to a Potential Transformer (PT), Continued AVERTISSE- Se reporter aux instructions du fabricant relatives au transformateur de MENT tension (Potential Transformer - PT) pour obtenir les renseignements exacts sur la connexion de sonde utilisée pour la surveillance du courant. Ne pas dépasser l’entrée de tension efficace de 600 RMS dans les entrées de tension de PP1.

  • Page 68: Connecting A Current Probe

    Connecting a Current Probe Safety The following safety precautions apply to current probe connections in addition precautions to those safety precautions stated on page 4-12. • 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).
  • Page 69 Connecting a Current Probe, Continued Types of current Several types of current probes (clamp-on current transformers) are available probes as optional accessories. These probes are shown in the figure on the next page and consist of the smallest current probe (Dranetz model CT10), used to monitor up to 10 amps rms max, to the largest current probe (Dranetz model CT3000) for measurements up to 3000 amps rms max.
  • Page 70 Connecting a Current Probe, Continued Wire marker kit The wire marker kit, supplied as a standard accessory, helps you identify which current probe is connected to each current channel input. This kit, part number 155520, contains adhesive backed color-coded marker labels to attach to the probe handle and the plug end of the probe.
  • Page 71 Connecting a Current Probe, Continued Connection Follow these guidelines when making current connections. guidelines • Position the probe with the arrow on the handle facing the load. • For greatest accuracy, use a probe that is rated at no more than twice the nominal value you expect to measure.

  • Page 72: Connecting To A Current Transformer (Ct)

    Connecting to a Current Transformer (CT) Safety The following safety precautions apply to current transformer (CT) connections precautions in addition to those safety precautions stated on page 4-12. • Never energize a CT with the secondary open. • Never disconnect the secondary of a CT with primary energized. Medidas de Las medidas de seguridad siguientes corresponden a conexiones de seguridad...
  • Page 73 Connecting to a Current Transformer (CT), Continued ADVERTISSE- Se reporter aux instructions du fabricant relatives au transformateur de MENT courant (Current Transformer - CT) pour obtenir les renseignements exacts sur les connexions utilisées pour la surveillance du courant. Ne pas dépasser la puissance recommandée par le fabricant.

  • Page 74: Connecting To An Isolated Current Transformer (Iso)

    Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO) Safety The following safety precautions apply to isolated current transformer precautions connections in addition to those safety precautions stated on page 4-12. • Never energize a CT with the secondary open. • Never disconnect the secondary of a CT probe with primary energized. Medidas de Las medidas de seguridad siguientes corresponden a conexiones de seguridad...
  • Page 75 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO), Continued Podrían producirse lesiones físicas o daños al equipo si se conectan ADVERTEN- indebidamente las cajas del transformador aislado de corriente (ISO). No conecte una caja del ISO entre dos conductores que tengan distintos potenciales de voltaje.
  • Page 76 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO), Continued ISO box The figure below shows an ISO box connected from Channel B current input to connection to a a permanently installed CT. Polarities of the ISO box and CT are kept in-phase current by matching markings.
  • Page 77 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO), Continued ISO box in-line The figure below shows the ISO box connected in series with the load of a connection single-phase line. The connection is made with the X1 terminal connected to the source input line and X2 connected to the load line.
  • Page 78 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO), Continued Connecting to a The figure below shows the ISO box connected to a non-Dranetz clamp-on non-Dranetz current transformer. In this case the scale factor is the product of the ISO box current probe and the CT.
  • Page 79 Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO), Continued Diagram 8600-26 Getting Started 4-33...

  • Page 80: Verifying Voltage And Current Connections

    Verifying Voltage and Current Connections Introduction Correct voltage and current connection of single phase, split phase, or polyphase connections can be verified using phasor diagrams. Phasor diagrams are graphic representations that show the magnitude and angular relationship of each phase of a monitored connection. Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Voltage and Current Phasor screen.
  • Page 81 Verifying Voltage and Current Connections, Continued Correct 3-phase The voltage phasor display shown below is for a three phase, four wire, wye voltage phasor connection. connections Correct 3-phase The current phasor display shown below is for a three phase, 4 wire wye current phasor connection.
  • Page 82 Verifying Voltage and Current Connections, Continued Incorrect The following phasor display shows an incorrect current probe connection. The current phasor phasor for channel C is 180°out of phase. This can be corrected by connecting diagram the probe so that the arrow on the probe handle points toward the load. Single channel The following display shows the voltage and current phasors for channel A.

  • Page 83: Section C - Circuit Diagrams For Power Measurements

    Section C Circuit Diagrams for Power Measurements Overview Who should If you are making power measurements, follow these diagrams so that your read this section ABC totals are calculated correctly. If you are not making power measurements, you can skip this section and go to Section D.
  • Page 84 Overview Continued In this section The following power connection diagrams are shown in this section. Diagram See Page Single Phase 4-39 Split Phase 4-40 Four Wire Wye 4-41 Floating Delta 4-42 Delta, One Leg Grounded 4-43 Open Leg Delta 4-44 High-Leg Delta 4-45 Phasor Diagrams for Standard Power Connections...

  • Page 85: Single Phase

    Single Phase Introduction When making voltage connections to a single phase circuit use channel A differential inputs as shown below. Connect both terminals of channels B, C, and D together to prevent erroneous data. Channels D should be turned off if not used.

  • Page 86: Split Phase

    Split Phase Introduction When making split phase measurements use both channels A and B for voltage and current connections. Connect both terminals of Channels C and D together to prevent erroneous data. The neutral is chosen as the reference for measurement purposes.

  • Page 87: Four Wire Wye

    Four Wire Wye Introduction Channels A, B, and C are connected to voltage and current probes. The neutral is connected to common and is the reference for the three channels. Connect both terminals of Channel D together to prevent erroneous data. Diagram 8600-12 Getting Started...

  • Page 88: Floating Delta

    Floating Delta Introduction In this power connection, the PP1-PQPlus uses voltage channels A, B, and C as differential inputs with channel A using source voltage A-B, channel B using B-C, and channel C using C-A as the reference. Current probes are connected to channels A, B, and C.

  • Page 89: Delta, One Leg Grounded

    Delta, One Leg Grounded Introduction In this power connection, the PP1-PQPlus uses voltage channels A, B, and C as differential inputs with channel A using source voltage A-B, channel B using B-C, and channel C using C-A as the reference. Current probes are connected to channels A, B, and C.

  • Page 90: Open Leg Delta

    Open Leg Delta Introduction The figure below shows the open leg delta with phase A-C connected to channel A and phase B-C connected to channel B. A jumper connects the A- and B- terminal. Current probes are connected to channels A and B. Diagram 8600-10 4-44...

  • Page 91: High-Leg Delta

    High-Leg Delta Introduction The 4-wire delta connected 120/240V source shown in the figure on the next page is connected with one phase connected to ground at mid-point. This phase provides 120V at phases A and C to ground. Phase B is designated the high-leg connection and is measured at 208V (120V x 1.73 = 208V) to ground.

  • Page 92: Phasor Diagrams For Standard Power Connections

    Phasor Diagrams for Standard Power Connections Diagrams The following diagrams describe the voltage and current phasors (for resistive loads) for the standard type of power connections when selected for viewing in meter mode. The page number for the related power connection diagram is given in the left column.
  • Page 93 Phasor Diagrams for Standard Power Connections, Continued Diagrams (continued) Power Connection Diagram Voltage Phasor Current Phasor 120º 90º Floating Delta 0º (See page 4-42) 330º 210º 240º 90º 60º Open Leg Delta (See page 4-44) 0º 0º 330º 90º 90º High Leg Delta (See page 4-45) 180º...
  • Page 94 Phasor Diagrams for Standard Power Connections, Continued Diagrams (continued) Power Connection Diagram Voltage Phasor Current Phasor 120º 120º Four Wire Wye 0º 0º (See page 4-41 240º 240º 4-48 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Section D - Monitoring Setup Procedures

    Section D Monitoring Setup Procedures Overview Introduction This section describes the procedures required to select and activate a monitoring setup and start the monitoring process. In this section The following topics are covered in this section. Topic See Page Selecting and Activating a Setup 4-50 Reading Setups from a Memory Card 4-53...

  • Page 96: Selecting And Activating A Setup

    Selecting and Activating a Setup Introduction The following procedure is for selecting and activating a setup only. Screens show data related to the default setups. For details on how to modify a setup, see Chapter 6. Predefined setups are detailed in Appendix G. A setup can be selected in two ways: •...
  • Page 97 Selecting and Activating a Setup, Continued Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Setup screen. screen Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item 1, Set Thresholds/Channel Config., from the Setup Menu. The following screen appears. Note: If you want to select your wiring configuration or enter scale factors, refer to Chapter 5.
  • Page 98 Selecting and Activating a Setup, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to display and activate a setup. Step Action Press NEXT SETUP to display the next numbered setup (1 to 9). Press NEXT GROUP to display the next group of parameters in the presently displayed setup.

  • Page 99: Reading Setups From A Memory Card

    Reading Setups from a Memory Card Introduction Setups stored on a memory card are usually preprogrammed setups that have been established as tried and true conditions. All setups on the card are read in and the one setup required for monitoring must be selected and activated. A setup file must exist on the memory card with the site name agreeing with the present PQPlus siteID.
  • Page 100 Reading Setups from a Memory Card, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to read setups from a memory card. Step Action Insert memory card. Press READ CARD to display Read Data From Memory Card screen. Card size and card free space is shown. CAUTION: Reading card data will erase any events presently in memory! Press READ SETUPS.

  • Page 101: Turning On Monitoring

    Turning On Monitoring Procedure Follow these steps to turn on monitoring. Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Result: The following screen will appear. Note: If monitoring was turned on, then line 3 would read Turn Monitoring Off. Then the following screen action references would be the reverse of that shown.

  • Page 102: Section E - Scope And Meter Mode

    Section E Scope and Meter Mode Overview Introduction This section describes the operation of scope and meter mode, which allows you to view real-time parameter data. In this section The following topics are covered in this section. Topic See Page Viewing Scope Mode 4-57 Viewing Meter Mode...

  • Page 103: Viewing Scope Mode

    Viewing Scope Mode Introduction Scope Mode allows you to view the present voltage and current waveforms for up to four channels. Displaying the From Main Menu, select item 2, Scope Mode. screen Result: A screen similar to that shown below is displayed. Screen Waveform labels: Voltage waveforms are labeled on the left at the point where description...
  • Page 104 Viewing Scope Mode, Continued How to select Follow these steps to select channels for the Scope Mode display. channels for display Step Action In Scope Mode display, press SELECT CHAN. The Channel Selection screen is displayed as shown below. Result: The following screen will appear. Press VOLTS ON/OFF to toggle selected channel On or Off for voltage waveform display.

  • Page 105: Viewing Meter Mode

    Viewing Meter Mode Types of displays You can select any one channel for viewing with all parameters displayed, or you can select an individual parameter for viewing with all channels displayed. Channels that Channels A, B, C, or D can be viewed individually or collectively for single can be viewed phase monitoring.
  • Page 106 Viewing Meter Mode, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to view the meter mode displays. Step Action In Scope Mode display press METER MODE to view the Meter Mode Menu below. Press 1 if one channel and all parameters are to be viewed. Press NEXT CHAN to display next channel parameters.
  • Page 107 Viewing Meter Mode, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Press 2 if all channels and one parameter are to be viewed. Press 3 for the all channels, all parameters display. Getting Started 4-61...

  • Page 108: Viewing Voltage And Current Phasors

    Viewing Voltage and Current Phasors Procedure Follow these steps to view the current and voltage phasors displays. Step Action From Scope Mode display select METER MODE. From Meter Mode menu press 4, Voltage & Current Phasors. The following screen will appear if no inputs are connected. Press SINGLE CHAN to display the Single Channel Phasors display.

  • Page 109: Viewing Voltage And Current Harmonics

    Viewing Voltage and Current Harmonics Screen Viewing the voltage and current harmonics permits you to display harmonics in description the form of a graph or a table. Graph: The graph displays the magnitude of each harmonic as a percentage of the fundamental, rms, or maximum load current.
  • Page 110 Viewing Voltage and Current Harmonics, Continued Changing the Use the following keys to change the channels and/or parameter displayed. channel and • NEXT CHAN to select channels A, B, C, or D. parameter • NEXT PARAM for selection of V, A, or W. Changing the Follow these steps to change the vertical scale of the harmonic graph display.
  • Page 111 Viewing Voltage and Current Harmonics, Continued Viewing the text To view the harmonics text display, press the TEXT MODE key from the graph display display. Result: A screen similar to the following will appear. Note For the watts parameter only, harmonic power direction is indicated by a sign in front of the MAG% (watts magnitude) value.
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  • Page 113: Overview

    Chapter 5 Input Channels Setup Overview Introduction This chapter contains the procedures you need to perform after you have connected the unit to the circuit that you want to measure. Once you have made all voltage and current connections, you have to set up the unit so that it knows what inputs you are using and what kind of circuit you are measuring.

  • Page 114: Turning Input Channels On And Off

    Turning Input Channels On and Off Introduction You must turn on any input channel that will be used for monitoring. If a channel is not turned on, no data will be collected for it. Definition Input channels are the four voltage and current channels on the rear panel labelled A, B, C, and D.
  • Page 115 Turning Input Channels On and Off, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to turn on any or all input channels. Step Action Press the VOLTS ON/OFF key to toggle the highlighted voltage channel between on and off. Note: Channel D voltage has three possible settings: LOW, HIGH, and OFF.

  • Page 116: Selecting Your Circuit Type

    Selecting Your Circuit Type Introduction You must select a circuit type when you are collecting data for power parameters such as watts, VA’s, and VAR’s. If you don’t select the proper circuit type, the ABC totals won’t be calculated correctly. Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Wiring Configuration and Scale Factors screen...
  • Page 117 Selecting Your Circuit Type, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to select your circuit type. Step Action Determine the circuit type that the Power Platform is connected to according to the diagrams in Chapter 4, Section C. Press the ABC CONFIG key until the correct ABC config. is displayed according to the following table: IF the Power Platform is THEN select this...

  • Page 118: About Scale Factors

    About Scale Factors What are scale Scale factors are the ratio of input to output for a particular current transformer factors? (CT) or potential transformer (PT). Scale factors are entered into the PP1- PQPlus and then multiplied automatically by the measured voltage and current so that the unit displays the correct values.

  • Page 119: Entering Scale Factors

    Entering Scale Factors Range 0.001 to 999,900 Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Wiring Configuration and Scale Factors screen screen. Step Action Select item #3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item #1, Set Thresholds/Channel Config., from the Setup Menu.
  • Page 120 Entering Scale Factors, Continued Procedure Follow these step to enter scale factors. Step Action Press the ENTER SCALE key. The menu bar will change to the following. Enter the scale factor for the voltage channel. Press ENTER. Enter the scale factor for the current channel. Press ENTER.

  • Page 121: About Frequency Synchronization

    About Frequency Synchronization Introduction Normal frequency synchronization (sync) of PP1-PQPlus analog signal processing circuits is controlled by sampling the external AC signal input on channel A. Loss of external sync causes the PP1-PQPlus to sample other valid voltage channels for an alternate external sync. If none exists, then internal sync is automatically selected.
  • Page 122 About Frequency Synchronization, Continued Loss of sync If sync is lost during monitoring of out of limit events, the PP1-PQPlus will during attempt to reaquire sync on the present sync channel for one minute. If after one monitoring minute sync cannot be reaquired, the other valid channels will be attempted without any delay.

  • Page 123: Selecting Sync Frequency

    Selecting Sync Frequency Introduction Selection of the sync frequency is fixed to the input voltage monitoring frequency in external sync mode and to a frequency selected by the operator in the internal sync mode. The default sync frequency is the external sync. You can select either of the sync modes.
  • Page 124 Selecting Sync Frequency, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Press number 1 from the keyboard. The following screen appears to display the Internal sync mode. To change the Internal Sync Frequency press ENTER FREQ. The following screen appears. Enter the internal frequency desired using format XX.XX. Allowable range is 15 to 499.9.

  • Page 125: Chapter 6 - Custom Event Monitoring Setups

    Chapter 6 Custom Event Monitoring Setups Overview Who should read this This chapter contains information about creating custom setups. If you don’t chapter want to create a setup and only want to use one of the predefined setups for monitoring, see page 4-55. Definition A monitoring setup is a list of parameters and thresholds for each channel that controls the way the unit records event data.
  • Page 126 Overview, Continued In this chapter The following topics are covered in this chapter: Topic See Page Creating a Custom Event Monitoring Setup Copying the Easy Start Setup Viewing a Setup Editing Parameter Thresholds Setting Waveform Capture 6-12 Controlling Event Monitoring with the Digital Inputs 6-14 Making Digital Input Connections to the Rear Panel 6-15...

  • Page 127: Creating A Custom Event Monitoring Setup

    Creating a Custom Event Monitoring Setup Description Creating a custom setup consists of setting the thresholds and waveform capture for the various parameters. The process starts with choosing a setup that is similar to the one you want to create, then modifying the parameters to meet your specification.

  • Page 128: Copying The Easy Start Setup

    Copying the Easy Start Setup Introduction If you want to modify setups 1 to 9, refer to page 6-7. If the Easy Start setup is similar to what you want to use, it can be copied to setup #9 so that you can modify it. Definition The Easy Start setup consists of the parameter and waveform capture settings for setup #10, which is the setup that is activated during the easy start...
  • Page 129 Copying the Easy Start Setup, Continued Displaying the screen (continued) Step Action Select item #4, Copy Easy Start Thresholds to #9, from the Edit Setups Menu. The following screen will appear. Note Make sure that setup #9 is one that you don’t want to use. If you want to copy the Easy Start setup and use setup #9 at a later time, save the setups to a memory card before copying.

  • Page 130: Viewing A Setup

    Viewing a Setup Introduction If one of the predefined setups is similar to what you want, you should view that setup and edit only the threshold settings for the parameters that you want to change. You can then edit some or all of the threshold settings. If none of the setups suits your needs, you can pick any setup to edit.

  • Page 131: Editing Parameter Thresholds

    Editing Parameter Thresholds Introduction Parameter thresholds can be edited by two methods: three phase or individual channel. Both screens are identical except that the three phase screen allows you to enter the same value for channels A, B, and C only once. Threshold list The following table lists the threshold parameters and the allowable range for each.
  • Page 132 Editing Parameter Thresholds, Continued Choosing an Follow these steps to modify either three phase or individual channel editing method thresholds. Step Action View the desired setup (see page 6-6). Press EDIT SETUP. The following screen will appear. Select item 1 or 2. Set identical If you selected item 1, the following screen will appear.
  • Page 133 Editing Parameter Thresholds, Continued Set individual If you selected item 2, the following screen will appear. channel thresholds screen EDIT HARM # This key replaces the EDIT NAME key when the group containing #n V HARM and #n I HARM is displayed. It allows you to enter a harmonic number from 2 to 50 for 60 Hz or 2 to 8 for 400 Hz.
  • Page 134 Editing Parameter Thresholds, Continued Disabling a Follow these steps to disable a parameter. parameter Step Action Press the NEXT LIMIT key to move the highlight bar to the desired parameter and channel. Press ON/OFF PARAM to toggle parameter on or off. Off indicated by xxx.
  • Page 135 Editing Parameter Thresholds, Continued Entering a Follow these steps to enter a harmonic number for V HARM or I HARM. harmonic number Step Action Press NEXT GROUP until the harmonics parameters are displayed. Move the highlight bar to #n V HARM or #n I HARM. Press EDIT HARM# The numeric bar will change to the following.

  • Page 136: Setting Waveform Capture

    Setting Waveform Capture Definition Waveform capture is a function that saves waveform data when an event is triggered by a threshold crossing. This function can be set so that waveforms for the triggered channel, from all channels, or from no channels are saved. Note Waveform capture must be individually set for each parameter listed on page 6-7.
  • Page 137 Setting Waveform Capture, Continued Displaying the screen Step Action (continued) Select item #3, Select Waveform Capture, from the Edit Setups Menu. The following sample screen will appear. This screen shows default condition for setup #1. Changing a Follow these steps to change the waveform capture settings. setting Step Action...

  • Page 138: Controlling Event Monitoring With The Digital Inputs

    Controlling Event Monitoring with the Digital Inputs Control The digital inputs located on the rear panel can be used to control monitoring in Functions two ways: Start/stop and generate a snapshot. Start/stop Function whereby the unit starts monitoring when a start signal is received at definition digital input #1 and continues to monitor until a stop signal is received at digital input #2.

  • Page 139: Making Digital Input Connections To The Rear Panel

    Making Digital Input Connections to the Rear Panel Make all connections with the power off. WARNING Haga todas las conexiones con la energía apagada. ADVERTEN- Effectuez toutes les connexions avec l’alimentation coupée. AVERTISSE- MENT Arbeiten Sie nur mit ausgeschaltetem Strom an allen Verbindungen. WARNUNG Pluggable terminal block...
  • Page 140 Making Digital Input Connections to the Rear Panel, Continued Snapshot enable Make snapshot enable connections to the rear panel according to the following connection diagram. Users must provide the external DC supply. diagram External Contact 12-48V SUPPLY Power Platform Rear Panel Digital Inputs 8600-61 Note...

  • Page 141: Changing The Digital Inputs Configuration

    Changing the Digital Inputs Configuration Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Digital Inputs Configuration screen. screen Step Action Select item #3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item #8, I/O Devices, from the Setup Menu. Select item #1, Digital Inputs, from the Configure Input/Output Devices Menu.
  • Page 142 Changing the Digital Inputs Configuration, Continued Snapshot enable Follow these steps to configure the digital inputs for snapshot enable procedure monitoring. Step Action Press NEXT CHAN until channel 3 or 4 is highlighted. Press NEXT CONFIG. Result: SNAPSHOT ENABLE will appear for the selected channel.

  • Page 143: Overview

    Chapter 7 Housekeeping Functions Overview Introduction Housekeeping functions consists of the miscellaneous tasks that you need to perform to keep your PP1-PQPlus running in an efficient and organized way. These are tasks that you might perform only occasionally. Printing options Refer to page 1-6 for printing options if you have any questions about using the print functions in this chapter.

  • Page 144: Entering A Site Name

    Entering a Site Name Introduction This function allows you to enter a site name of up to 20 characters. The site name appears on printouts and is included with reports sent to the fax/modem, RS-232, printer, PC, or memory card. The site name is also used for file names on the memory card.
  • Page 145 Entering a Site Name, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Press the ENTER NAME key. Result: The following screen will appear. Highlight a desired letter or symbol using the arrow keys, then press ENTER. Numbers are entered directly from keypad. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the entire name has been entered. Characters limited to 20.

  • Page 146: Setting The Time And Date

    Setting the Time and Date Displaying the Follow these steps to display the time and date screen. screen Step Action Select item #3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item #2, Set Analyzer Parameters, from the Setup Menu. Select item #2, Set Time & Date, from the Set Analyzer Parameters Menu.
  • Page 147 Setting the Time and Date, Continued Setting the date Follow these steps to set the date. Step Action Press the ENTER DATE key. The menu bar changes to the following. Enter the number of the month. Example: Enter 1 for January, 2 for February, etc. Press ENTER.

  • Page 148: Selecting The Language

    Selecting the Language Introduction The PQPlus TASKcard is available in three language configurations: • PQPlus-E, English only • PQPlus-S, Spanish and English (Spanish is default) • PQPlus-F, French and English (French is default) With the bilingual TASKcards, all of the PQPlus’s screens, including help screens and error messages, will appear in the selected language.

  • Page 149: Setting Error Message Output

    Setting Error Message Output Introduction Error messages are always sent to the LCD display and the printer (if it is on). Additional outputs (RS-232, modem, relay #1) can be selected for specific error messages. Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Error Message Output screen. screen Step Action...
  • Page 150 Setting Error Message Output, Continued Where to go Refer to the following table for the page numbers containing information about from here your chosen output device(s). IF you selected... THEN see page RS-232 11-14 Modem 11-20 Relay #1 8-10 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 151: Setting The Audible Alarm And Lcd Mode

    Setting the Audible Alarm and LCD Mode Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Other Devices Configuration screen. screen Step Action Select item #3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item #8, I/O Devices, from the Setup Menu. Select item #6, Other Devices, from the Configure Input/Output Devices Menu.

  • Page 152: Clearing Memory

    Clearing Memory Clearing memory deletes all events that are currently saved. To avoid CAUTION losing data, save all events to a memory card before proceeding. Si se despeja la memoria se suprimen todos los sucesos actualmente PRECAUCIÓN guardados. Para evitar perder datos, guarde todos los eventos en una tarjeta de memoria antes de proceder.

  • Page 153: Resetting The Unit To The Factory Configuration

    Resetting the Unit to the Factory Configuration Definition The factory configuration is the default setting of each screen, variable parameter or text field of the PP1-PQPlus when it left the factory. Reset to default To reset to factory set configuration defaults, EXIT to Main Menu, then select menu items 3, 7, 5, in sequence to the Reset screen.
  • Page 154 Resetting the Unit to the Factory Configuration, Continued List (continued) Configuration Factory Setting Ref. Screen Interval for Timed Readings 15 minutes 3, 5 Fax/Modem Set Device: Modem 3, 8, 4 Baud Rate: 2400 Auto Baud: On Parity: None Flow Control: None # Rings Before Answer: 2 # Dial Attempts: 10 Modem Header:...
  • Page 155 Resetting the Unit to the Factory Configuration, Continued List (continued) Configuration Factory Setting Ref. Screen RS-232D Baud Rate: 9600 3, 8, 2 Parity: None # Stop Bits: 1 Flow Control: Software Device: Terminal Scale Factors Channels A, B, C, D (Low) set to 1.000 3, Scale Factor Setup active Setup #1 - Single phase...
  • Page 156 Factory Configuration, Continued This command resets all threshold settings, port configurations and other CAUTION defaults to factory settings. Este comando reajusta todos los ajustes de umbral, configuraciones de PRECAUCIÓN puerto y otros valores predeterminados devolviéndolos a los ajustes de fábrica. Cette commande réinitialise tous les réglages de seuil, les configurations MISE EN GARDE...

  • Page 157: Running A Self-Test

    Running a Self-Test Introduction The self-test function performs an extensive test of the system. The test lasts approximately 45 seconds. Only run the self-test during non-critical monitoring times, as no data is acquired during the test. Monitoring will be turned off for the duration of the test. CAUTION El monitoreo quedará...
  • Page 158 Running a Self-Test, Continued Note Once BEGIN TEST is pressed, the test cannot be stopped by pressing the EXIT key (or the BEGIN TEST key). The test will run through completion. Procedure (continued) Step Action Press BEGIN TEST. The following screen is displayed. Note If monitoring was on, it turns monitoring off, and sounds alarm for duration of the test - approximately 40 seconds.

  • Page 159: Setting Memory Storage Mode

    Setting Memory Storage Mode Introduction The memory storage mode affects how events are saved to internal memory. There are two settings: Fill and Stop and Overwrite. Fill and Stop When in Fill and Stop mode, the PP1-PQPlus saves events until memory is full, mode then stops saving new events.

  • Page 160: Setting Auto-Transfer To Memory Card

    Setting Auto-transfer to Memory Card Introduction The auto-transfer function allows you to set the PP1 to automatically copy events from internal memory to a file on a memory (data) card. This allows you to take advantage of the larger storage capacity of a memory card (for 1 Mbyte or larger cards).
  • Page 161 Setting Auto-transfer to Memory Card, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action From the Memory Functions menu, select item #2, Auto-transfer Options. Result: The following screen will appear. Press ENABLE CONT or DISABLE XFER to change the auto- transfer mode. Press EXIT to enable auto-transfer. Note: When auto-transfer is enabled, events in memory will immediately be transferred to the memory card and the message “Auto-Transfer in Progress.
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  • Page 163: Chapter 8 - Reports

    Chapter 8 Reports Overview Introduction The reports function of the PP1-PQPlus allows you to send data, formatted as different report types, to various output devices when a programmed trigger condition is met. Note The automatic reports function is optional. Normal data storage is not affected when this function is set.

  • Page 164: Automatic Reports

    Automatic Reports Definition Reports that are automatically sent to a designated output device when a certain trigger condition is met. Report types The following table lists the four types of automatic reports that can be selected. Report Type What is sent Example Analog time plot Time plot data for the...
  • Page 165 Automatic Reports, Continued Output devices The output devices available are based on the report type chosen, according to the following table: Report Type Possible Output Device(s) Analog Time Plot Printer, Fax Digital Time Plot Printer, Fax Worst Case Events Printer, Fax Relay Closure Printer, Fax Trigger types...

  • Page 166: Setting Automatic Reports

    Setting Automatic Reports Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Set Automatic Reports screen. screen Step Action Select item #3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item #4, Set Automatic Reports, from the Setup Menu. The following screen will appear for default settings and may vary if selections have been chosen previously.

  • Page 167: Selecting A Report Type

    Selecting a Report Type Select reports The following default screen or similar selected report screen is displayed. screen A maximum of seven reports can be selected. Each report allows selection of 4 different types of information (28 combinations of basic report types are possible).
  • Page 168 Selecting a Report Type, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Press SELECT PARAM. Result: The following screen appears. Note: Harmonic number is selected for the active setup. See page 6-9 for selecting harmonic number. Press NEXT PARAM or PREV PARAM until the desired parameter to plot is highlighted.
  • Page 169 Selecting a Report Type, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action When the Worse Case Events or Relay Closure report is selected, the following menu bar appears. No further selections are required. Only relay number 1 is operational for automatic reports. Press EXIT once to return to the Set Automatic Reports screen. Press SELECT REPRTS to return to the Select Report Type screen for selection of other reports.

  • Page 170: Making Relay Connections To The Rear Panel

    Making Relay Connections to the Rear Panel Introduction The PQPlus TASKCard uses Relay #1 for control of externally connected control or alarm circuits. Pluggable The relay terminal block, shown below, is used to connect wires to control an Terminal Block external circuit from internal relay contacts of the Power Platform.
  • Page 171 Making Relay Connections to the Rear Panel, Continued Relay The connection diagram below shows how an external relay can be connected connection through the terminal block to the Power Platform internal relay contacts. Either diagram DC (up to 30V) or AC (up to 120V) can be used as source voltage. The contacts are menu selected for normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) configuration.

  • Page 172: Setting Relay #1

    Setting Relay #1 Introduction Relay #1 can be set for automatic operation from the Automatic Reports or the Error Message Output screen. When not under automatic control the relay can be manually controlled from the Relay Configuration screen to test connected circuitry.

  • Page 173: Chapter 9 - Viewing Time Plot Report

    Chapter 9 Viewing Time Plot Report Introduction The view reports function consists of two types of time plots: analog and digital. parameter. The time plot displays all data since the memory was cleared and is continuously updated. You can choose to display one of 16 parameters. Other can perform detailed analysis.

  • Page 174: Viewing Analog Time Plots

    Viewing Analog Time Plots Update rate The time plot screen is updated every ten seconds. Horizontal axis Auto-scaled to display all events of the given type. Vertical axis Auto-scaled to the highest and lowest parameter values. Channels A, B, C, D, ABC Parameters The following parameters can be plotted on the time plot screen.
  • Page 175 Viewing Analog Time Plots, Continued Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Analog Time Plots screen. screen Step Action Select item #4, View Reports/Events, from the Main Menu. Select item #1 Time Plots - Analog Inputs, from the View Reports/Events Menu.

  • Page 176: Selecting A Parameter

    Selecting a Parameter Follow these steps to select a parameter for the analog time plot. Step Press SELECT PARAM. Note: The harmonic # is set when editing the parameter thresholds. See page Press NEXT PARAM or PREV PARAM until the desired Press EXIT to return to Time Plot Graph.

  • Page 177: Using Horizontal Zoom

    Using Horizontal Zoom Introduction The zoom function allows you to expand the horizontal axis of a time plot in order to see the plot in greater detail. You may repeatedly zoom in on a plot down to the minimum resolution of 0.1 seconds/division. Once you have zoomed in on the desired time period, you can view individual events that are of the type displayed in the timeplot.
  • Page 178 Using Horizontal Zoom, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Select a time period using the zoom cursors. Press ZOOM IN. Results: The portion of the plot between the zoom cursors will now fill the entire screen. Repeat steps 2 to 3 for finer resolution. Press VIEW EVENT to display the first event to the right of the left cursor.

  • Page 179: Changing The Vertical Scale

    Changing the Vertical Scale Introduction The Set Vertical Scale screen allows you to enter your own values for the high and low limits on the time plot. This stops the vertical axis of the plot from auto scaling. Vertical axis auto scaling will resume when another parameter is selected, or the time plot screen is exited.
  • Page 180 Changing the Vertical Scale, Continued Ranges The ranges for the high and low values on the vertical scale are: High: 0.1 to 10.0M but not lower than the low limit. Low: 0.1 to 10.0M but not higher than the high limit. Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 181: Changing The Timed Interval Setting

    Changing the Timed Interval Setting Introduction The Interval For Timed Readings screen allows you to define how often data is recorded automatically. Default 15 minutes. Range 1 to 120 minutes. What is saved? Each time interval, the unit saves the values for all parameters on all active channels.
  • Page 182 Changing the Timed Interval Setting, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to change the interval for timed readings. Step Action Press SET TIME. The menu bar will change to the following. Enter the number from the keypad. Press ENTER. Press EXIT to activate the new setting and return to the Setups Menu.

  • Page 183: Viewing Digital Time Plots

    Viewing Digital Time Plots Procedure Follow these steps to view the Digital Time Plot screen. Step Action Select item #4, View Reports/Events, from the Main Menu. Select item #2 Time Plots - Digital Inputs from the View Reports/ Events Menu. The following screen will appear.
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  • Page 185: Chapter 10 - Viewing Events

    Chapter 10 Viewing Events Overview The event report Events stored in the internal memory are saved in a report file in chronological order of event happenings. This event report file is created during the time monitoring is turned on and ceases when monitoring is turned off or when the internal memory is full.
  • Page 186 Overview, Continued In this chapter This chapter is divided into three sections. Section Title See Page Viewing Event Reports from Internal Memory 10-3 Viewing Events Recorded on Memory Cards 10-25 Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode 10-28 10-2 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 187: Overview

    Section A Viewing Event Reports from Internal Memory Overview Recorded events Events are recorded on the internal memory and consist primarily of input voltage and current threshold monitoring when monitoring is turned on. Other events are monitored to provide a record of happenings that are related to hardware activities;...
  • Page 188 Overview, Continued In this section The following topics are covered in this section. Topic See Page Event Descriptions 10-5 Viewing the Individual Event Reports 10-9 Viewing Worst Case Events 10-16 Viewing Event Waveforms 10-18 Viewing Waveform Data 10-20 Viewing Event Details 10-21 IEEE 1159 Classifications 10-22...

  • Page 189: Event Descriptions

    Event Descriptions Threshold The following events occur when a parameter exceeds a specified limit. The events Description column contains the name of the threshold that is affected. Event Message Description V TRANSIENT V TRANS exceeded I TRANSIENT I TRANS exceeded PEAK CURRENT I PEAK exceeded V REP.
  • Page 190 Event Descriptions, Continued Threshold events Event Message Description (continued) V Hn LIMT #nTH V HARM% exceeded I Hn LIMT #nTH I HARM% exceeded V THD LIMT V THD% exceeded I THD LIMT I THD% exceeded Return to The following events occur when a parameter value returns to normal. normal events •...
  • Page 191 Event Descriptions, Continued Miscellaneous The following are miscellaneous events and their descriptions. events Event Message Description MONITOR OFF Occurs under the following conditions: • Monitoring turned off from Setups Menu • Memory is full and set to Fill and Stop mode •...
  • Page 192 Event Descriptions, Continued Miscellaneous events (continued) Event Message Description LINE CONFG Occurs when an entry in the analog inputs configuration screen has changed, or in easy start. RELAY CONTRL Occurs when a relay operate command has been issued. MON RESTORED Occurs when monitoring is restored after being shut down by the system.

  • Page 193: Viewing The Individual Event Reports

    Viewing the Individual Event Reports Introduction Each of four individual type event reports is selectable from the View Events Menu. These reports are referenced to the event number, date and time, channel and type. The viewing of events from a memory card are described in Sections B and C.
  • Page 194 Viewing the Individual Event Report, Continued Selecting events To select the event by number proceed as follows: by number Select item #1, View by Number, from the View Events menu. The following screen will appear. Note: The default event number will be the last event in memory or the last number entered.
  • Page 195 Viewing the Individual Event Report, Continued Function keys The following table provides a description of the functions keys for the Event Report screen. Function NEXT EVENT Steps through events shown on screen. PAGE UP Displays the previous screen of events. PAGE DOWN Displays the next screen of events.
  • Page 196 Viewing the Individual Event Report, Continued Viewing Events by Date and Time Follow these steps to display the view events by Date and Time. Step Action Select item #2, View Events by Date and Time, from the View Events Menu. The following screen will appear.
  • Page 197 Viewing the Individual Event Report, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Enter the desired starting time. Press ENTER. Press VIEW EVENTS. Result: The Event Report will be displayed, starting with the first event after the specified date and time. See page 10-9 for information about viewing the Event Report.
  • Page 198 Viewing the Individual Event Report, Continued Viewing Events Follow these steps to display the Channel Selection screen. by Channel Step Action Select item #3, View Events by Channel, from the View Events Menu. The following screen will appear. Procedure Follow these steps to select the channels for the event report. Step Action Press VOLTS ON/OFF to toggle the voltage channel on and off.
  • Page 199 Viewing the Individual Event Report, Continued Viewing Events These event reports will include sags, swells, outages, and long term out-of- by Type limits conditions. Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Select Events by Type screen. screen Step Action Select item #4, View Events by Type, from the View Events Menu.

  • Page 200: Viewing Worst Case Events

    Viewing Worst Case Events Introduction The Worst Case Events screen displays the four worst values recorded for the parameters listed below while they were out of limits. • Voltage Transient • Current Transient • Under/Over Voltages • Under/Over Currents • Voltage Harmonics •...
  • Page 201 Viewing Worst Case Events, Continued Function keys The following table provides a description of the functions keys for the Worst Case Events screen. Function NEXT EVENT Moves the highlight. NEXT TYPE Displays the worst case events for the next parameter type according to the list on the previous page.

  • Page 202: Viewing Event Waveforms

    Viewing Event Waveforms What is The Event Waveform screen displays the waveforms for events that are stored displayed? in memory. Waveform Detailed analysis of each waveform can be performed with the four functions on analysis the Event Waveform Data screen: an all channels, all parameters report; scope mode display;...
  • Page 203 Viewing Event Waveforms, Continued Screen The Event waveform screen is shown below. A composite waveform is displayed Function keys The following table provides a description of the functions keys for the Event Waveform screen. Function NEXT EVENT Displays the next waveform event in memory, subject to the following conditions: •...

  • Page 204: Viewing Waveform Data

    Viewing Waveform Data Reference screen Event Waveform screen. Procedure Follow these steps to view waveform data. Step Action Press DETAIL. Press DATA. The following screen is displayed. Note 1: The three SELECT keys are available for 3-cycle waveforms only. Note 2: Items 3 and 4 are available if waveforms were saved for all channels.

  • Page 205: Viewing Event Details

    Viewing Event Details Screen The event details screen is shown below. Function keys The following table provides a description of the functions keys for the Event Details screen. Function NEXT EVENT Displays the details of the next event in memory, subject to the following conditions: •...

  • Page 206: Ieee 1159 Classifications

    IEEE 1159 Classifications Table The table below lists the IEEE 1159 classifications that the PP1-PQPlus will display for voltage variations. Category Typical Typical Magnitudes Duration Short Duration Variations • Instantaneous • Interruption 1 - 30 cycles < 10% of Vnominal •...

  • Page 207: Printing Event Reports

    Printing Event Reports Reference screen The Print Event Reports screen is accessed from the Event Report screen. See page 10-9 for more information. Displaying the From the Event Report screen, press PRINT. screen What this screen The Print Event Report screen will print the events for the report that you were does last viewing or all events in memory.
  • Page 208 Printing Event Reports, Continued To print part of Follow these steps to print a part of the event report. the event report Step Action Press ENTER FIRST. The menu bar changes to the following. Enter the first event number. Press ENTER. Press ENTER LAST.

  • Page 209: Section B - Viewing Events Recorded On Memory Cards

    Section B Viewing Events Recorded on Memory Cards Overview Introduction This section describes the reading of event data from a memory card into internal memory for subsequent viewing. Contents of a memory card can only be read if the contents are reloaded back into internal memory. In the read operation, described here, the snapshot of data is reloaded back into memory.
  • Page 210 Overview, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to load contents of a memory card into the internal memory. Step Action Select item #3. Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item #7, Memory Functions, from the Setup Menu. Select item #1, Memory Card Functions, from the Memory Functions Menu.
  • Page 211 Overview, Continued Procedure, continued Step Action Press READ EVENTS. The following message is displayed: “Reading in data from the memory card. Please wait.” The DATA CARD yellow indicator below the memory card will remain lit during data transfer. Monitoring of data will be stopped automatically and the Monitoring Off message will appear at the top of the screen.

  • Page 212: Section C - Viewing Events Recorded In Auto-Transfer Mode

    Section C Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode Introduction This section describes the method for viewing the events recorded in the Auto- Transfer Mode. This mode of operation uses the larger capacity of an external memory card of 1Mbytes or larger to record events for a longer period than that permitted by the internal memory (RAM) of 715kbytes.
  • Page 213 Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode, Continued Auto-transfer The auto-transfer file must be larger than internal memory. Because of this you file will have to read the file two or more times if you want to view all of the data. A screen will appear allowing you to enter the date and time of the first event that you want to view.
  • Page 214 Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode, Continued Events presently in memory will be deleted when events from the card are CAUTION copied into memory. Los eventos que están actualmente en la memoria se borrarán cuando se PRECAUCIÓN hayan copiado en la memoria los eventos de la tarjeta. Les événements actuellement en mémoire seront effacés lorsque les MISE EN GARDE...
  • Page 215 Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode, Continued Procedure Follow these steps to read the auto-transfer file on a memory card. Press TRANSFER. Monitoring will be turned off automatically. The DATA CARD indicator will light indicating data transfer. When the light goes out, the following screen will appear. Note 1: If an error message is displayed, refer to the table on the next page.
  • Page 216 Viewing Events Recorded in Auto-transfer Mode, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Press SELECT TIME. Enter the desired starting time, pressing ENTER after each portion of the time. Press READ EVENTS. Note: If the card had more data than can fit in memory, as much as possible will be copied.

  • Page 217: Chapter 11 - Transferring Data

    Chapter 11 Transferring Data Overview Introduction The PP1-PQPlus transfers reports and error messages automatically (when configured) to the peripheral devices such as an external terminal, personal computer (PC), printer, or facsimile (Fax) machine, Transferring data also consists of writing data to a memory card. Types of Data can be transferred by serial or parallel data transmission.
  • Page 218 Overview, Continued Este equipo ha sido probado y se ha encontrado en conformidad con los PRECAUCIÓN requisitos de emisiones y/o inmunidad. Deben utilizarse cables blindados y conectores blindados cuando se conecten dispositivos externos a los puertos principal o auxiliar. Con este equipo, se recomienda utilizar sólo periféricos certificados de Clase A o B, aplicables a las regulaciones nacionales del usuario.
  • Page 219 Overview, Continued In this chapter (continued) Topic See Page Connecting to a Facsimile (Fax) Machine 11-25 (not available on PP1E) Output Connected Device Configuration Test 11-28 Formatting a Memory Card 11-30 Writing to a Memory Card 11-31 Transferring Data 11-3...

  • Page 220: Connecting Local Devices To The Rs232D Port

    Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port Introduction A terminal, PC, or serial printer may be connected through an accessory cable to the RS232D port as a direct connection for local operation. Once connected, the device is configured for operation by selection of options from the menu. RS232D port The RS232D serial port is located on the rear panel of the Power Platform and description...
  • Page 221 Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port, Continued Cables required The following cables are provided as optional accessories. Type Part Number Description Direct, 113376-G1 RS232 Cable, 25-pin male to 25-pin Shielded female, 10 feet. D-sub connectors. Adapter, 113394-G1 RS232 Cable, Adapter, 25-pin male to Shielded 9-pin female, 1 foot.
  • Page 222 Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port, Continued Dieses Gerät wurde getestet und entspricht Emissions- bzw. VORSICHT Störfestigkeitsanforderungen. Bei der Verbindung externer Geräte mit den Haupt- bzw. Zusatzanschlüssen müssen abgeschirmte Kabel und Stecker verwendet werden. Für die Verwendung mit diesem Gerät werden nur genehmigte Peripheriegeräte der Klasse A oder B, die den Vorschriften im jeweiligen Land des Benutzers entsprechen, empfohlen.
  • Page 223 Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port, Continued Direct The direct connections of a device connected to the RS232D port are shown connections to below. Only one device can be connected to the RS232D port at any time using RS232D port the direct connector cable, 113376-G1.
  • Page 224 Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port, Continued Displaying the Follow these steps to display the RS232D Configuration screen. screen Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item 8, I/O Devices from the Setup Menu. Select item 2, RS232, from the Setup Menu.
  • Page 225 Connecting Local Devices to the RS232D Port, Continued Direct connection Step Action configuration (continued) Press SET PARITY and select Odd, Even, or None. Note: The # Stop Bits = 1 is preset and not alterable. Press EXIT to activate the configuration. Configuration To test that the configuration and connections are correct, perform the test...

  • Page 226: Connecting A Printer To The Parallel Port

    Connecting a Printer to the Parallel Port Introduction An Epson model FX80, parallel data printer, (or another printer that can emulate an Epson FX80) can be connected to the parallel port on the rear of the Power Platform and configured for printer operation. Note Connection of an external printer will disable the internal thermal printer.
  • Page 227 Connecting a Printer to the Parallel Port, Continued Dieses Gerät wurde getestet und entspricht Emissions- bzw. VORSICHT Störfestigkeitsanforderungen. Bei der Verbindung externer Geräte mit den Haupt- bzw. Zusatzanschlüssen müssen abgeschirmte Kabel und Stecker verwendet werden. Für die Verwendung mit diesem Gerät werden nur genehmigte Peripheriegeräte der Klasse A oder B, die den Vorschriften im jeweiligen Land des Benutzers entsprechen, empfohlen.
  • Page 228 Connecting a Printer to the Parallel Port, Continued Connection The following diagram shows the connection for the Epson FX80 printer. diagram 8600-29 Continued on next page 11-12 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 229 Connecting a Printer to the Parallel Port, Continued Configure port Follow these steps to configure the parallel port. Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item 8, I/O Devices from the Setup Menu. Select item 3, Parallel Port, from the Setup Menu. The following display appears.

  • Page 230: Connecting Remote Devices To Rs232D Port

    Connecting Remote Devices to RS232D Port Introduction A remote serial data terminal, PC, or printer can be connected to the RS232D port of the Power Platform by means of external modems. Only one device can be connected at any time. Modem Hayes AT command set compatible modems are recommended.
  • Page 231 Connecting Remote Devices to RS232D Port, Continued Cables required The following cables are provided as optional accessories. Type Part Number Description Direct, 113376-G1 RS232 Cable, 25-pin male to 25-pin Shielded female, 10 feet. D-sub connectors. Adapter, 113394-G1 RS232 Cable, Adapter, 25-pin male to Shielded 9-pin female, 1 foot.
  • Page 232 Connecting Remote Devices to RS232D Port, Continued Connection The following figure shows the physical connection of a remote device to the diagram RS232D port using modems. 8600-3 Continued on next page 11-16 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 233 Connecting Remote Devices to RS232D Port, Continued Displaying the Follow these steps to display the RS232D Configuration screen. screen Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item 8, I/O Devices, from the Setup Menu. Select item 2, RS232, from the Setup Menu. Result: The following screen appears: Configuring the Follow these steps to configure the RS232D port for remote communication...
  • Page 234 Connecting Remote Devices to RS232D Port, Continued Configuring the RS232D port for modem use Step Action (continued) Press SET PARITY and select odd, even, or none. Note: # Stop Bits= 1 is not changeable. Press FLOW CONTRL for software control (XON/XOFF), hardware control (RTS/CTS), or NONE.
  • Page 235 Connecting Remote Devices to RS232D Port, Continued Configuration To test that the device connected to the RS-232D port will respond to the test configuration setup, perform the configuration test on page 11-28. Transferring Data 11-19...

  • Page 236: Connecting Remote Devices To Rj-11C Jack (Not Available On Pp1E)

    Notification of the Telephone Company: All direct connection to the telephone network must be made through standard plugs and jacks as described in Part 68, Subpart F of the FCC Rules. The terminal equipment (Dranetz-BMI PP1- PQPlus equipped with Option MDM24) cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company.
  • Page 237 In case of trouble: If trouble is experienced with this equipment (Dranetz-BMI Power Platform equipped with option MDM24), please contact Dranetz-BMI Customer Service Department, (732) 287-3680 for repair and warranty information.
  • Page 238 Connecting Remote Devices to RJ-11C Jack, Continued Compliance Service: All service and repairs must be performed by Dranetz-BMI. If with FCC rules unauthorized modification or repair is performed, both the FCC Registration and regulations and the manufacturer's warranty in effect become null and void. If a...
  • Page 239 Connecting Remote Devices to RJ-11C Jack, Continued Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Modem/Fax Configuration screen. screen Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item 8, I/O Devices from the Setup Menu. Select item 4, Modem/FAX, from the Setup Menu Result: The following screen will appear.
  • Page 240 Connecting Remote Devices to RJ-11C Jack, Continued Configure internal modem, Step Action continued Press ENTER HEADER and enter modem header string. Refer to Appendix K for the explanation of valid character sequences and their meaning of the Hayes character set commands. Press MORE to display next screen.

  • Page 241: Connecting To A Facsimile (Fax) Machine (Not Available On Pp1E)

    Connecting to a Facsimile (Fax) Machine (not available on PP1E) Introduction Communication with a fax machine consists of connection to the RJ-11C jack on the rear of the Power Platform and configuring the modem/fax. This feature is not available on the model PP1E. Cable required The only cable required for communication with a fax machine is a telephone cable.
  • Page 242 Connecting to a Facsimile (Fax) Machine, Continued Displaying the Follow these steps to display the Modem/Fax Configuration screen. screen Step Action Select item 3, Setup Menu, from the Main Menu. Select item 8, I/O Devices, from the Setup Menu. Select item 4, Modem/Fax, from the Setup Menu. Result: The following screen will appear.
  • Page 243 Connecting to a Facsimile (Fax) Machine, Continued Step Action Press MORE to select next screen for more selections. Press FAX# and enter FAX telephone number. Press MODEM# and enter Modem telephone number. Press EXIT. Configuration To test that the configuration and cable connection is correct, refer to the test configuration test on page 11-28.

  • Page 244: Output Connected Device Configuration Test

    Output Connected Device Configuration Test Introduction This test creates a simple fault and redirects the occurring fault message to the output connected device. The device may be connected directly to the RS232D, through an external modem, or internal modem. If the device is connected and configured correctly, then the error message will appear at that device.
  • Page 245 Output Connected Device Configuration Test, Continued Configuration test (continued) Step Action Press EXIT to initialize error message procedure. Set the Run/Load lever to the load position. Result: A Printer Head Up error message will appear at the top of the display and will be redirected to the remote device. Verify that the error message is received at the local or remote connected device.

  • Page 246: Formatting A Memory Card

    Formatting a Memory Card Formatting a Follow these steps to format a card. card Step Action Insert a memory card. From the Main Menu, select item 3, Setup Menu. From the Setup Menu, select item 7, Memory Functions. From the Memory Functions Menu, select item 1, Memory Card Functions.

  • Page 247: Writing To A Memory Card

    Writing to a Memory Card Introduction Events and setups can be written to a memory card. Information about the card size, card free space, whether the card is write protected or not, and the condition of the memory card battery, is displayed. Procedure To write to a memory card perform the following steps.
  • Page 248 Writing to a Memory Card, Continued Procedure (continued) Step Action Press the desired write key. The following message will appear during write operations. Writing data into the memory card. Please wait. Error messages The following error message will be displayed if there is insufficient space on and warning the memory card.

  • Page 249: Chapter 12 - Printer Operation

    Chapter 12 Printer Operation Overview Introduction The Power Platform with a built-in thermal printer produces high resolution graphic or text output of 320 dots per line at one inch per second. Printing is done either automatically or manually. Automatic printing occurs for operator programmed triggering of reports or when error messages are generated.

  • Page 250: Printer Controls

    Printer Controls Introduction Printer controls are located on the front panel as well as in software. The printer assembly and its front panel controls are shown below. Printer assembly 8000-13 Continued on next page 12-2 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 251 Printer Controls, Continued Front panel The following table provides a description of the front panel printer controls. controls Part Function Run/Load lever Used to raise and lower the printhead. • In normal operation the lever is left in the RUN position.
  • Page 252 Printer Controls, Continued Software The printer software controls are located on the Other Devices Configuration controls screen. Displaying the screen: Follow these steps to display the screen. Step Action From the Main Menu, select item 3, Setup Menu. From the Setup Menu, select item 8, I/O Devices. From the I/O Devices menu, select item 6, Other Devices.

  • Page 253: Normal Operation

    Normal Operation Introduction To operate the printer normally (not running off the internal battery), the following conditions must be met: • The printer must be turned on • The RUN/LOAD lever must be in the RUN position. • The printer must have paper. Manual control of the printer from the function keys or the keypad and automatic printing of reports and error messages can now take place.
  • Page 254 Normal Operation, Continued Never grasp the printer paper and try to pull it out from the printhead with CAUTION the RUN/LOAD lever in the RUN position. Damage to the printhead will result. Nunca tire del papel de impresora desde el cabezal de impresión con la PRECAUCION palanca RUN/LOAD en la posición RUN.

  • Page 255: Paper Replacement

    Paper Replacement Paper low The last 40 inches of paper is marked with a red stripe on the top and bottom condition edges. When the printer is out of paper, or the print head is up, the PP1-PQPlus will buffer the printouts until it can print again or until it runs out of memory. To avoid damage to the printhead when loading or removing paper, the CAUTION RUN/LOAD lever must be in the LOAD position.
  • Page 256 Using thermal paper other than that supplied by Dranetz-BMI or its CAUTION authorized representatives may damage the printhead. El uso de papel térmico que no sea el suministrado por Dranetz-BMI o sus PRECAUCIÓN representantes autorizados puede causar daños a la impresora.
  • Page 257 If the paper does not feed smoothly, remove the paper and repeat “Loading new paper roll” procedure on the previous page. Close the printer door. Ordering Contact Dranetz-BMI or your authorized Dranetz-BMI representative to order thermal paper thermal paper (P/N 115323-G1) for the Power Platform thermal printer. Printer Operation...
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  • Page 259: Appendix A Optional Accessories

    Appendix A Optional Accessories In this appendix The following topics are covered in this appendix. Topic See Page Optional Accessories List Optional Accessories Descriptions Optional Accessories...

  • Page 260: Optional Accessories List

    Optional Accessories List Accessory Part Number Power Quality Plus, TASKCard (English) TASK-PQPlus-E Power Quality Plus, TASKCard (Spanish) TASK-PQPlus-S Power Quality Plus, TASKCard (French) TASK-PQPlus-F 8000, TASKCard TASK-8000 Inrush, TASKCard TASK-Inrush Communications and Analysis Software PCPP1 Field Handbook for Electrical Energy Management HB114415 Service Manual SM-PP1...
  • Page 261 Optional Accessories List, Continued List (continued) Accessory Part Number External Modem Interface Cable XMC-8 RS-232 Cables, 25-pin M to 25-pin F, and a 25-pin M RSCOM to 9-pin F adapter cable. Soft Carrying Case (with probe pallet) SCC-8 Reusable Shipping Case RSC-8 Battery Pack, Field Replaceable FBP-8...

  • Page 262: Optional Accessories Descriptions

    Optional Accessories Descriptions Current probes Current Probes: There are five clamp-on current probes, models CT 10, CT150, and isolation CT300, CT1000, and CT3000 used to measure ACrms currents up to a current maximum of 10A, 150A, 300A, 1000A, and 3000A, respectively. transformers Isolation Current Transformers: Two isolation current transformers (ISO boxes), models ISO-1A (2Arms max) and ISO-5 (10Arms max) provide low...
  • Page 263 Adapter cables Two types of adapter cables are available to permit connecting current probes of Dranetz-BMI models 808 and 658 to the PP1 current input jacks. These adapter cables are shown on the following page. Supplied with these cables is an information sheet (P/N 899009) that describes the cables and the scale factors of the respective current probes used with the cables.
  • Page 264 Optional Accessories Descriptions, Continued Adapter cable, 808 to PP1, P/N 115551-G1 (not available on PP1E) Adapter cable, 658 to PP1, P/N 115552-G1 Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 265: Appendix B - Repacking For Return Shipment

    Repacking for Return Shipment Introduction If the unit must be returned to Dranetz-BMI for service or repair, repack the unit in its original shipping carton as shown below. Do not return the Power Platform in an unpacked box. Dranetz-BMI will not be responsible for damage incurred during transit due to inadequate packing on your part.
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  • Page 267: Appendix C - Battery Specifications And Replacement Procedure

    Appendix C Battery Specifications and Replacement Procedure Overview Introduction The internal battery pack used in the Power Platform functions as the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in the event of AC power loss. It can also function as the primary power source when no AC power source is available. The Power Platform also contains a lithium battery for memory backup.

  • Page 268: Battery Specifications

    Battery Specifications Battery Pack Location: battery compartment on the top front of the unit Number of cells: 10 Type: sealed, rechargeable NiCad cells Voltage: 12 V DC Capacity: 2.5 Ah Length of operation: One hour of monitoring only operation when fully charged, or up to 15 minutes of continuous printer operation.

  • Page 269: Battery Pack Safety Precautions

    Battery Pack Safety Precautions DO NOT intentionally short circuit the battery pack. The batteries are WARNING capable of producing hazardous output currents if short circuited. The Power 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.
  • Page 270 Battery Pack Safety Precautions, Continued Battery Safety • Visually inspect the battery pack for corrosion. Precautions (continued) Medidas de Deberán observarse las medidas de seguridad siguientes: seguridad de la • No deberá mantenerse las baterías al alcance de los niños. No deberá batería permitirse que un niño juegue con una batería.

  • Page 271: Battery Pack Replacement

    Battery Pack Replacement Introduction The Power Platform contains an easily replaceable internal battery pack. Replacement is recommended when the battery pack can no longer maintain a charge. Depleted battery packs may be charged outside the PP1 by using the optional battery charger. See Appendix A for battery pack ordering information. Note During normal operation, the battery pack will be slightly warm to the touch.

  • Page 272: Memory Card Battery Replacement

    Memory Card Battery Replacement Introduction Replacement of the 3-volt lithium battery in the memory card is performed when the battery message in the Memory Card Function screen states the battery is depleted. Replacement is simple and requires no special tools. Two physically different types of batteries are used due to different manufacturers of the memory card.
  • Page 273 Memory Card Battery Replacement, Continued Battery check To check the condition of the memory card battery, perform the following steps. Step Action Insert questionable memory card in memory card slot on Power Platform and press card in firmly. From Main Menu select 3, Setup Menu. From Setup Menu select 7, Memory Functions.
  • Page 274 Memory Card Battery Replacement, Continued Medidas de Deberán observarse las medidas de seguridad siguientes: seguridad de la • No deberá mantenerse las baterías al alcance de los niños. No deberá batería permitirse que un niño juegue con una batería. • No deberá desensamblarse ninguna batería ni el compartimiento de la misma. •...
  • Page 275 Memory Card Battery Replacement, Continued Replacement To remove and replace a memory card battery, proceed with the following steps. procedure Step Action Remove memory card from Power Platform. Refer to figure below. Gently press in battery release with pencil point and remove battery holder Remove battery from holder and identify the type battery used.
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  • Page 277: Appendix D - Fuse Replacement

    Appendix D Fuse Replacement Overview Introduction Operator replaceable fuses consist of the main power fuses and the battery fuse. One of each type replacement fuse is located in the battery compartment and all fuses are accessible from the rear panel. Both types of replacement are covered in this appendix.

  • Page 278: Main Power Fuses

    Main Power Fuses Main Power Follow these steps to remove and replace the two main power fuses. Refer to the Fuses diagram on the following page. Step Action Set the Power Platform's power switch to OFF. Turn off all power to monitoring circuits. Disconnect all Power Platform monitoring cables from power sources.
  • Page 279 Austauschen der Sicherung beheben läßt. Den Defekt einem qualifizierten Techniker mitteilen. Main Power Use this table to determine the type of fuse required. Fuse table Main Power Fuse Dranetz-BMI P/N Model PP1 Slow blow, 250V, T2A, 3AG, glass 113204-G2 tube 1/4 x 1 1/4 Model PP1E Slow blow, 250V, T1.25A glass tube...
  • Page 280 Main Power Fuses, Continued Diagram Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 281: Battery Fuse

    Battery Fuse Introduction The battery fuse is used for fusing the internal battery pack, as well as an external DC source that is connected to the DC power source jack on the rear of the unit. Procedure Follow these steps to replace the battery fuse. Step Action Set the Power Platform's power switch to OFF.
  • Page 282 Austauschen der Sicherung beheben läßt. Den Defekt einem qualifizierten Techniker mitteilen. Battery Fuse Use this table to determine the type of fuse required. table Main Power Fuse Dranetz-BMI P/N Model PP1 Slow blow, 250V, T10A, 3AB, 113204-G3 ceramic tube 1/4 x 1 1/4 Model PP1E Slow blow, 250V, T6.3A glass tube...
  • Page 283 The following parts are listed for those items readily replaceable by the operator and not requiring special tools or access to the interior of the unit. To order parts Call Dranetz-BMI Customer Service to order any of the following parts, telephone 1-800-372-6832 or 732-287-3680. Parts List...
  • Page 284 Parts List, Continued Measurement Cable Set, Parts Part Description Part Number List Domestic Euro Measurement Cable Set 115815-G1 115815-G2 115815-G3 Cable Pallet 115816-G1 115816-G1 115816-G1 Interconnecting Cable Assy, Blue, 114013-G1 114013-G1 114013-G1 12 in. (30.5 cm) Interconnecting Cable Assy, Red, 114013-G2 114013-G2 114013-G2 96 in.

  • Page 285: Appendix F - Technical Specifications

    Appendix F Technical Specifications Overview In this appendix The following specifications are covered in this appendix. Topic See Page General Interfaces Measured Parameters Computed Parameters Current Probes Isolated Current Transformer Boxes F-10 Technical Specifications...

  • Page 286: General

    General Dimensions Size: 7” Height x 13” Width x 10” Depth (17.8 x 33 x 25.4 cm) Weight: 20.8 pounds (9.4 kg) Environmental Operating: 5 to 45° Celsius (41 to 113° F) Storage: -20 to 55° Celsius (-4 to 131° F). Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing.

  • Page 287: Interfaces

    Interfaces Display Type: Negative Transmissive Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with Electroluminescent (EL) backlighting. Resolution: 240 x 128 dot matrix. Size: 4.25 x 2.27 inches. Printer Type: High resolution thermal graphics printer. Resolution: 320 dots per line. Speed: 1 inch per second. Paper: 2.36 inches by 98 feet thermal paper.
  • Page 288 Interfaces, Continued Internal Modem/Fax: FCC registration: B46USA-65156-FA-E (continued) Ringer equivalence: 0.2 A Relay outputs One relay for external access rated 120 V AC or 30 V DC at 1 amp max. Rated as pilot relay. Alarm Audible alarm of short duration (approximately 0.1 second) indicates an error condition.

  • Page 289: Measured Parameters

    Measured Parameters Voltage Four fully differential voltage channels. Channels A,B,C range: 10-600 Vrms max Channel D low range: 1-60 Vrms max Channel D high range: 10-600 Vrms max Crest factor: Maximum of 2 at full scale Accuracy: ±0.5% of reading ±0.05% full scale Voltage Channels A,B,C range: 50-6000 Vpk transients...
  • Page 290 Measured Parameters, Continued Current Channels A,B,C range: 10%-300% CT full scale transients Channel D range: 2%-200% CT full scale Frequency Response: Typically -4dB at 1µs for half sine wave pulses plus probe. Accuracy: ±10% of reading ±1% FS for half sine wave pulses ≥ 10µs plus probe.

  • Page 291: Computed Parameters

    Computed Parameters Update rate All parameters (except harmonic) are updated once per second. Harmonic based parameters are updated every 5 seconds. ABC volts Calculated as the geometric mean of the three phases. See note. ) 3 ⁄ ABC amps Calculated as the sum of the three phases. See note. Real power Single Phase: Average of instantaneous power samples taken as the product of voltage and current samples.
  • Page 292 Computed Parameters, Continued Apparent power Single Phase: Calculated as volts RMS times amps RMS. ⋅ Three Phase: Calculated as vector sum of VAR and W . Includes sign to indicate direction of power flow: + from source to load, - from load to source. Accuracy: ±2% of reading ±0.2% of full scale at fundamental frequency.

  • Page 293: Current Probes

    Current Probes Guidelines To achieve the rated accuracies, follow theses guidelines: • The conductor must be at a right angle to the probe • The conductor must be centered in the probe core • The jaw contact surfaces must be clean and properly aligned. Specifications The following table lists the operating specifications for all optional Dranetz current probes.

  • Page 294: Isolated Current Transformer Boxes

    Isolated Current Transformer Boxes Specifications The following tables list the operating specifications for Dranetz isolated current transformers. ISO-1 ISO-1A ISO-5 Current Range 0.02 to 1.0 0.02 to 1.0 0.10 to 5.0 (Arms) 2.0 Arms max 2.0 Arms max 10.0 Arms max Frequency 50 to 3000 50 to 3000...

  • Page 295: Appendix G Predefined Setups

    Appendix G Predefined Setups Overview Introduction This appendix contains the threshold and waveform capture settings for the ten setups on the PQPlus TASKCard. Description The table for each setup contains the following information Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan...

  • Page 296: Setup #1: Single-Phase 120 Volt W/Neutral To Ground

    Setup #1: Single-Phase 120 Volt w/Neutral to Ground Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 127.0 V LOW LIM 105.0 V TRANSIENT 100.0 25.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK I THD %...

  • Page 297: Setup #2: Single-Phase 208 Volt

    Setup #2: Single-Phase 208 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 221.0 V LOW LIM 181.0 V TRANSIENT 150.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK I THD % I TRANSIENT...

  • Page 298: Setup #3: Single-Phase 220 Volt

    Setup #3: Single-Phase 220 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 233.0 V LOW LIM 192.0 V TRANSIENT 200.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK I THD % I TRANSIENT...

  • Page 299: Setup #4: Split-Phase 120/240 Volt

    Setup #4: Split-Phase 120/240 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 127.0 V LOW LIM 105.0 V TRANSIENT 100.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ 00.5 I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK I THD % I TRANSIENT...

  • Page 300: Setup #5: 3-Phase Wye 120 Volt

    Setup #5: 3-Phase Wye 120 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 127.0 127.0 127.0 V LOW LIM 105.0 105.0 105.0 V TRANSIENT 100.0 100.0 100.0 25.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS...

  • Page 301: Setup #6: 3-Phase Wye 120 Volt W

    Setup #6: 3-Phase Wye 120 Volt w/CT-10 Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 127.0 127.0.0 V LOW LIM 105.0 105.0 105.0 V TRANSIENT 100.0.0 100.0 25.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK...

  • Page 302: Setup #7: 3-Phase Wye 277 Volt

    Setup #7: 3-Phase Wye 277 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 304.0 304.0 304.0 V LOW LIM 250.0 250.0 250.0 V TRANSIENT 250.0 250.0 250.0 25.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS...

  • Page 303: Setup #8: 3-Phase Delta 240 Volt

    Setup #8: 3-Phase Delta 240 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 264.0 264.0 264.0 V LOW LIM 216.0 216.0 216.0 V TRANSIENT 200.0 200.0 200.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK...

  • Page 304: Setup #9: 3-Phase Delta 480 Volt

    Setup #9: 3-Phase Delta 480 Volt Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D Wave All Chan V HIGH LIM 528.0 528.0 528.0 V LOW LIM 432.0 432.0 432.0 V TRANSIENT 400.0 400.0 400.0 V THD% V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS I LOW RMS I PEAK...

  • Page 305: Setup #10: Easy Start

    Setup #10: Easy Start Setup listing Parameter Ch A Ch B Ch C Ch D All Chan V HIGH LIM 132.0 132.0 132.0 V LOW LIM 108.0 108.0 108.0 V TRANSIENT 180.0 180.0 180.0 V THD% 10.0 10.0 10.0 V FRQ HZ I HIGH RMS 33.0 33.0...
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  • Page 307: Appendix H - Pp1-Pqplus Messages

    Appendix H PP1-PQPlus Messages Overview Introduction PP1-PQPlus messages provide you with information or tell you about an error. This appendix describes the types of messages that can appear, lists the messages, and gives instructions about what to do next. Self-explanatory messages are not included.

  • Page 308: Message Types

    Message Types Introduction There are three types of messages: Normal One-Line, Important One-Line, and Full Screen.When a message is displayed it is automatically saved to memory for recall at a later time. One-line All one-line messages are displayed on the top line of the screen between the messages time and date, and are a maximum of 21 characters long.

  • Page 309: Messages

    Check the internal battery connection. If the condition continues, the battery may have to be replaced. External Bat Bad Check the external battery charge and connections. Call Dranetz-BMI if the condition continues. Sync Lost Ch A, B, C, or D The unit cannot synchronize to the specified channel.
  • Page 310 (Date and Time) AC POWER LOST The unit has now switched to battery power. PRESS ANY KEY TO CONTINUE ACP Self Reset The ACP processor has reset. If this occurs regularly, please call Dranetz-BMI for service. Power Platform-PQPlus Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 311: Appendix I - Connecting An External Dc Power Supply

    Appendix I Connecting an External DC Power Supply Overview Introduction An external DC source of power can be connected to the Power Platform for normal operation without having to rely on local AC power. An external stand- alone automotive battery (installed in or out of the vehicle) or a regulated DC power supply of at least 10 amps capacity may be used.
  • Page 312 Overview, Continued Debe estar instalada y cargada la batería interna del PP1 antes de conectar PRECAUTION a una fuente de energía externa, a fin de prevenir posibles daños al PP1 y a la fuente de energía externa. Si se desconoce la condición cargada de la batería interna, cargue la batería por lo menos durante 16 horas.

  • Page 313: Making And Connecting The Dc Input Cable

    Making and Connecting the DC Input Cable Description A connector plug is supplied with the Power Platform for making a cable for connection to a stand alone battery or DC supply. Connection to Power Platform: External DC power source jack (10-16V) on the rear panel Maximum cable length: 6 feet Minimum wire size: 16 AWG...
  • Page 314 Making and Connecting the DC Input Cable, Continued Une connexion incorrecte du câble risque de causer des blessures aux AVERTISSE- MENT personnes ou l’endommagement du matériel. Vérifiez que toutes les connexions sont correctes avant de poursuivre. Bei einem falschen Anschluß des Kabels kann es zu Verletzungen oder WARNUNG Schäden am Gerät kommen.
  • Page 315 Making and Connecting the DC Input Cable, Continued Ne pas connecter une source d’alimentation c.c. si l’état affiché de la MISE EN GARDE batterie n’est pas GOOD (BON). Il est important de déterminer pourquoi la batterie est faible avant de continuer. Schließen Sie keine externe DC-Stromversorgungsquelle an, wenn der VORSICHT Zustand der Batterie anders als “GOOD”...

  • Page 316: External Battery Filter

    External Battery Filter Introduction Battery Filter, Model XBF-12, hereinafter referred to as the filter, provides external DC filtering for an external power source connected to the Power Platform. The filter provides a filtered DC input to the external power input jack on the Power Platform.

  • Page 317: Extension Cables

    Extension Cables Introduction Two types of accessory extension cables, shown below, permit connection of the filter to either an automotive cigarette lighter jack (also referred to as an accessory outlet) or to the terminal posts of a stand-alone battery. Both cables are 24 feet (7.3M) long and have spade lugs for connection of the two wires to the filter assembly terminals (+ Red, - Black).

  • Page 318: Installing The Battery Filter

    Installing the Battery Filter Before you begin Before you install the filter, perform the internal battery check that is detailed on page I-4. Connect cable Follow these steps to connect either cable assembly to the filter. assembly to filter Step Action Turn off the Power Platform and disconnect the AC input power plug from the rear panel input connector.
  • Page 319 Installing the Battery Filter, Continued Connecting Connect polarized plug of the filter assembly into Power Platform rear panel filter to Power jack (10-16 VDC). Platform Before connecting or disconnecting directly to a stand-alone battery, place CAUTION a damp cloth over the battery cell vent holes. Antes de conectar o desconectar directamente a una batería autónoma, PRECAUCION coloque un paño húmedo sobre el agujero de ventilación de la célula de la...
  • Page 320 Installing the Battery Filter, Continued Disconnecting Follow these steps when disconnecting an external DC power source. cables Step Action Shut off power to Power Platform. Turn off ignition at vehicle or disconnect power source connectors at power source. Disconnect plug from DC input on Power Platform. Return to normal Power Platform operation.

  • Page 321: Appendix J - Pqplus Menu Structure

    Appendix J PQPlus Menu Structure Overview The menu structure for the PQPlus is shown in Figure J-1 on the following page. The menu structure is shown with the Main Menu as being the leading element. This was done for sake of simplicity since the Main Menu is the originating menu for most menus once TASKCard operation begins.
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  • Page 323: Appendix K - Internal Modem Commands

    Appendix K Internal Modem Commands General The internal modem of the PP1 (not available in the PP1E) is a Hayes compatible modem used in Bell 212A or CCITT V.22 operation. The internal modem is controlled by default or operator selected serial command sequences entered as the Modem Header String during display of the Modem / Fax Configuration screen.

  • Page 324: Command Codes

    Command Codes Command Description : Command line prefix (Attention code); precedes command line except ++++ (escape and A/ (repeat) commands : Loads the modem active configuration area with the stored configuration profile in nonvolatile memory AT&F : Loads the modem active configuration area with the factory profile contained in : Go off-hook in answer mode : Re-execute last command line;...
  • Page 325 Command Codes, Continued Command Description : Request contents of register r : Short form numeric result codes : Full word result codes : CONNECT result code enabled : Modem blind dials; all CONNECT XXXX result codes enabled; busy signal not detected : Modem waits for dial tone before dialing;...
  • Page 326 Command Codes, Continued Command Description &P1 : Pulse dial make/break ratio = 33/67 (UK/HK) &R : CTS follows RTS &R1 : Modem ignores RTS; CTS always ON &T : Terminate test in progress &T1 : Initiate Local Analog Loopback test &T3 : Initiate digital loopback &T4...

  • Page 327: Register Access Codes

    Register Access Codes Register Description : Number of rings before auto-answering a call. If set to 0, the modem will not auto-answer. : Counts incoming rings. If no ring occurs for 8 seconds, the counter is cleared to 0. The register only counts when the modem is set to auto-answer (S0 greater than 0).
  • Page 328 Register Access Codes, Continued Register Description : Test mode. S16, BIT 0: Local Analog Loop - 0-Disable, 1-Enable S16, BIT 1: Not Used S16, BIT 2: Local Digital Loopback - 0-Disable, 1-Enable S16, BIT 3: Remote Digital Loopback initiated by remote modem 0- Loopback off, 1-Loopback in progress S16, BIT 4: Remote Digital Loopback - 0-Disabled, 1-Initiate Enabled S16, BIT 5: Remote Delay Loopback with test message and error count...

  • Page 329: Glossary

    Glossary Accumulated Total energy consumed since beginning of billing month. energy Ampere A unit of electrical current or rate of flow of electrons. One volt across one ohm of resistance causes a current flow of one ampere. A flow of one coulomb per second equals one ampere.
  • Page 330 Current The ratio of primary amperes divided by secondary amperes. transformer ratio Day (Daily) Begins at 00:00:00 and ends at 23:59:59. Demand A measure of the customer load connected to the electrical power system at any given time. Units are usually watts, volt-amperes, or volt-ampere- reactive.
  • Page 331 Event A type of report that is stored in memory when either a Hi/Lo Limits trigger or an external trigger generates a report. Events can be viewed through the VIEW REPORTS option from the MAIN MENU, or they can be sent to one of the other output devices (printer or communication ports) when a certain trigger condition is met.
  • Page 332 Leading The current flowing in a circuit which is mostly capacitive. If a circuit current contains only capacitance the current leads the applied voltage by 90°. Leading current means leading power factor of less than unity. Load Any device or circuit which consumes power in an electrical system. Load factor A quantity related to connected load, installed load, and contracted load capacity.
  • Page 333 Potential An instrument transformer, the primary winding of which is connected in transformer parallel with the circuit whose voltage is to be measured or controlled. PT's (PT) are normally used to step down high voltage potentials to lower levels acceptable to measuring instruments. Potential The ratio of primary voltage divided by secondary voltage.
  • Page 334 Ratchet clause A rate schedule clause which states that billing demand may be based on current month peak average demand or on historical peak average demand, depending on relative magnitude. Usually the historical period is the past eleven months although it can be for the life of the contract. Billing demand is either the current month peak average demand or some percentage (75 percent is typical) of the highest historical peak average demand, depending on which is largest.
  • Page 335 Single-phase An alternating current circuit in which only one phase of current is available in a two-conductor or three-conductor system where the load lines are 0° or 180° out of phase. Sliding A method of calculating average demand by averaging the average demand demand over several overlapping intervals.
  • Page 336 Volt-ampere Where peak average demand is measured in volt-amperes rather than watts. demand In this case the customer is automatically penalized for operating at any power factor less than unity. Volt-ampere- The unit of reactive power, as opposed to real power in watts. One var is reactive (var) equal to one reactive volt-ampere.

  • Page 337: Index

    Index parallel printer 11-10 remote RS232 11-14 types of 11-1 types of devices 11-1 Configure I/O Menu Screen 12-5 AC Power Source 4-5 Copy Easy Start Thresholds Screen 6-5 Alarm Current turning on and off 7-9 ABC totals formula F-7 All Channels, One Parameter Screen 4-61 Current Channels Alphabetic Entry Screen 7-3...
  • Page 338 monitoring setup for 240 volts G-9 return to normal events 10-6 monitoring setup for 480 volts G-10 threshold events 10-5 one leg grounded, connection diagram 4-43 Event Details one leg grounded, phasor diagram 4-46 IEEE classifications 10-22 open leg, connection diagram 4-44 viewing 10-21 open leg, phasor diagram 4-47 Event Details Screen 10-21...
  • Page 339 Isolated Current Transformers connecting external 11-14 applications 4-29 FCC Rules and Regulations 11-20 connecting 4-28, 4-29 internal 11-20 connecting to non-Dranetz-BMI current internal, specifications F-3, F-4 probe 4-32 test 11-28 connecting to permanently installed CT 4- Modem/Fax Configuration Screen 11-23, 11-...
  • Page 340 Power Factor Events 10-15 Power Measurements delta, one leg grounded 4-43 One Channel, All Parameters Screen 4-60 floating delta 4-42 Optional Accessories four wire wye 4-41 current probes A-4 high-leg delta 4-45 extension cables for external battery filter I- open leg delta 4-44 phasor diagrams 4-46 external battery charger A-5 single phase 4-39...
  • Page 341 Scale Factors Spare Parts E-1 definition 5-6 Specifications entering 5-7 computed parameters F-7 examples 5-6 current probes F-9 for Dranetz-BMI equipment 5-6 general F-2 range 5-7 interfaces F-3 when to use 5-6 isolated current transformers F-10 Scope Mode measured parameters F-5...
  • Page 342 8000 A-4 error messages 4-8, 4-9 installation 4-6 Watt Events 10-15 Terminal Block Watts for relays (eight-position) 8-8 formula F-7 wire gauges 6-15 Waveform Capture Time changing a setting 6-13 setting 7-4 combinations 6-12 Time Plots - Analog Inputs Screen 9-3 definition 6-12 Time Plots - Digital Inputs Screen 9-11 Waveforms, see event waveforms...

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