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EDM Avistar PhaseTrakker AP30 User Manual

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  • Page 1 AP30 Phase Identification System For the Power Industry User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2010, 2011, 2012 by EDM International, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this guide may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the written permission of EDM International, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Cautions and Warnings..............1 System Overview................2 Common Applications ..................2 What’s in the Box ................3 Quick Start..................4 Installing the Reference Unit ............5 Placing the Reference Unit ................5 Naming the Reference Unit (Optional) ............6 Setting Up the Field Unit ..............7 Entering Network Address for Each Reference Unit ........7 Selecting the Time Zone..................9 Setting Phase Preferences (Optional) ............
  • Page 4 Configuring the Reference Unit................36 Using the Utility with Field Unit..............37 Retrieving Records from the Field Unit ............. 38 Clearing Records on the Field Unit..............39 Setting the Field Unit Configuration..............39 Saving Field Unit Configuration to a File............44 Loading a Saved Field Unit Configuration ............

  • Page 5: Cautions And Warnings

    Should additional information and de- tails be desired, or if situations arise that are not covered adequately for the user’s purpose, the specifics should be referred to EDM International, Inc. WARNING On voltages above 300 V, the AP30 Hotstick Unit must be used in conjunction with an approved insulated stick.

  • Page 6: System Overview

    System Overview PhaseTrakker AP30 System Overview The PhaseTrakker AP30 consists of three components that communicate with each other. Timing Wireless Network FM Wireless AP30 Reference Unit AP30 Field Unit Hotstick Unit 2:57:40 2:57:40 5 ms 10.6 ms 5 ms 10.6 ms X 360°...

  • Page 7: What's In The Box

    PhaseTrakker AP30 What’s in the Box What’s in the Box You should have received the following items with your AP30 system: User’s AC Adapter Auto Adapter USB Cable Guide Field Unit Utility 1 Year Software Sheets Network Service Hotstick Unit Hooks Probe Tip Test Lead...

  • Page 8: Quick Start

    Quick Start PhaseTrakker AP30 Quick Start When you receive your AP30 system, the wireless network devices are already provisioned and ready to use. Install Place in suitable location with 120V AC, and mount antenna (Page 5) Reference Unit Optional: Connect USB cable to a PC running Customize Name the PhaseTrakker Utility (Page 6) Set Up...

  • Page 9: Installing The Reference Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Installing the Reference Unit Installing the Reference Unit Installing the Reference Unit is easy: Choose a suitable location and optionally configure it with a custom name. Placing the Reference Unit There are some important considerations in placing the AP30 Reference Unit. •...

  • Page 10: Naming The Reference Unit (Optional)

    Installing the Reference Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 The portable Reference Unit (below) receives AC power supplied through the AC power cord only, and does not provide an Alarm switch. Network Antenna (Threaded Connector) GPS Antenna AC Power Cord (Bayonet Connector) Connection Naming the Reference Unit (Optional) By default, the Reference Unit is set with system frequency of 60 Hz and the name “RUnnnnnnnnnnn”, where nnnnnnnnnnn is the Electronic Serial Number (ESN)

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Field Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Setting Up the Field Unit Setting Up the Field Unit The AP30 Field Unit requires some initial set-up: 1. Enter network address of each Reference Unit 2. Select time zone 3. Set phase preferences (optional) 4. Calibrate using known Phase A (0°) Entering Network Address for Each Reference Unit On power-up, the Field Unit acquires a GPS fix, registers on the network and attempts to connect to the configured Reference Units.
  • Page 12 Setting Up the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 If a Secondary Reference Unit (backup) is to be configured, navigate to enter the Network Address as follows: (for second unit listed) You can check the status of the configured Reference Units by navigating to the Reference Unit summary screen as shown:...

  • Page 13: Selecting The Time Zone

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Setting Up the Field Unit Selecting the Time Zone The Field Unit Time Zone can be set by navigating the menu as follows: Touch the area of the map corresponding to your time zone and select standard or daylight savings time. Touch the CUSTOM button to set a different time zone.

  • Page 14: Setting Phase Preferences (Optional)

    Setting Up the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Setting Phase Preferences (Optional) Before Phase Preferences are selected, it is helpful to understand the AP30 Field Unit display. Three-phase power consists of a set of three AC power sources whose cycles arrive in a fixed sequence at any given point in time. The Field Unit Phase Preferences menus refer to these sources as 1 Phase, 2 Phase, and...

  • Page 15: Setting Phase Sequence

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Setting Up the Field Unit The Phase Preferences menu displays the current settings with buttons to edit changes. Setting Phase Sequence The Edit Sequence menu allows a convenient way to exchange the labels as- signed to the 2 and 3 Phases.

  • Page 16: Setting Phase Labels

    Setting Up the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Setting Phase Labels The Phase Settings menu also allows the user to customize the labels displayed for phases. Any single letter or numeral can be selected to label a phase. The phases are listed from top to bottom in time sequence order: 1 , and 3 The vertical order in the choices displayed reflects the order that will be dis- played on the Read screen.

  • Page 17: Setting Phase Angles

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Setting Up the Field Unit Setting Phase Angles The phase angles displayed can be represented by different values that can be selected by the user. The 1 Phase is always 0°, while the 2 and 3 Phases can be assigned different angle values according to desired preference.

  • Page 18: Changing Backlight Power Save Setting (Optional)

    Setting Up the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Changing Backlight Power Save Setting (Optional) The preferences for phase identification can be specified in the Setup menu. The AP30 allows phase sequence, labels and angles to be customized.

  • Page 19: Operating The Hotstick Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Operating the Hotstick Unit Operating the Hotstick Unit The Hotstick Unit turns on automatically when the tip touches live volt- age of 4 kV AC or above. A power switch on the faceplate turns on the unit for use at lower voltages and at high voltages when the tip does not touch the energized part.
  • Page 20 Operating the Hotstick Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Reception can be improved further by elevating the Field Unit off the ground (placing it on a cement block, for example). A probe tip attachment is provided for use in URD cabinets and other situations where the Hook attachment is inconvenient.

  • Page 21: Calibrating The Field Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Calibrating the Field Unit Calibrating the Field Unit Before taking phase measurements, the Field Unit must be calibrated to the con- figured Reference Unit(s). The Field Unit keeps a Reference Offset for each con- figured Reference Unit. This value is the degree offset between the angle of the reference phase and a known 0°...
  • Page 22 Calibrating the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 The Calibration screen prompts you to place the Hotstick Unit on a known phase A (0°). Good hotstick signal reception from a source with no interference from adjacent phases will give the most accurate calibration. When the Hotstick Unit is in position and the Field Unit displays a steady Hotstick light, press OK.

  • Page 23: Deciding When To Calibrate Again

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Calibrating the Field Unit When Calibration is complete, a summary screen is displayed. The Calibration operation always sets the current Phase Shift setting to 0°. The Calibration op- eration will fail if a Reference Unit is offline or there are network communication problems.

  • Page 24: Using The Field Unit

    Using the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Field Unit Power-Up On each power-up, the AP30 acquires GPS signals and network connection. The status LEDs below the screen light up as these steps are completed. The AP30 connects with the Primary Reference Unit. If the Primary Reference Unit is not available, it automatically tries to connect with the Secondary Refer- ence Unit.

  • Page 25: Identifying Phases

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Field Unit Identifying Phases The Read tab allows readings to be taken. On the left are displayed the phase labels according to selected Phase Preferences. The phase labels are always dis- played in order of time sequence with the label for 0° first. The right half of the screen shows the most recent record in the list.
  • Page 26 Using the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 When the Field Unit is configured for ACB Phase Sequence, the order of the phase labels is automatically changed on the display. The positions and audible signals, however, continue to reflect the time sequence order of the phases. If the Sequence is set to ACB for AP20, the 2 and 3 Phase beeps are switched for...

  • Page 27: No Match" Readings

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Field Unit “No Match” Readings For each phase measurement, the Field Unit compares the measured angle to the three configured phase angles and attempts to assign a phase label. A config- ured Degree Tolerance is used to determine whether a measurement can be as- signed to a phase angle.

  • Page 28: Adjusting For Phase Shift

    Using the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Adjusting for Phase Shift When taking phase readings in some locations, it may be desirable to adjust for phase shifts without recalibrating the Field Unit to the Reference Units. On the Read Screen, the buttons are used to quickly adjust the degree meas- urement by -60°, -30°, 0°, +30°, +60°, or 180°...

  • Page 29: Unreferenced Readings

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Field Unit Unreferenced Readings If the Field Unit cannot connect to either of the configured Reference Units, the following screen is displayed with an error sound. The AP30 can take readings even when it cannot connect to a Reference Unit. Unreferenced readings are recorded as UNRESOLVED, and will be automatically resolved when a Reference Unit comes back online.
  • Page 30 Using the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 UNRESOLVED Records have no Reference Unit or Reference Offset Phase Shift set- ting when read- ing was stored The Field Unit will continuously attempt to re-establish connection with the config- ured Reference Unit(s). When either the Primary or Secondary Reference Unit becomes available, the Field Unit will automatically connect and resolve any UNRESOLVED Records.

  • Page 31: Viewing Records

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Field Unit Viewing Records The Records tab allows you to step through the records saved on the Field Unit. The total number of records and the number of unresolved (no reference) records are listed in the summary line at the bottom of the screen. The Field Unit holds 1000 records.

  • Page 32: Field Unit Sounds

    Using the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Field Unit Sounds The AP30 Field Unit uses certain audible signals to indicate specific events. Sound Event • Four beeps rising -------- Power-up self test • “Tick” sound -------------- Screen touch, signal received, or Reference lost •...

  • Page 33: Using A Secondary Reference Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Field Unit Using a Secondary Reference Unit The AP30 Field Unit allows two Reference Units to be configured. These Refer- ence Units are listed using the Setup menu. The primary Reference Unit is listed first and is the preferred one used in resolving phase readings. The secondary Reference Unit is listed second and will be used to resolve phase readings only when the primary unit is offline or has not been calibrated.

  • Page 34: Charging The Field Unit Battery

    Using the Field Unit PhaseTrakker AP30 Charging the Field Unit Battery The AP30 Field Unit battery can be charged from either an auto cigarette lighter or AC outlet. The charging port is in the storage compartment on the left side. The battery does not have charge memory, so it can be recharged anytime.

  • Page 35: Phase Measurement Tips

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Phase Measurement Tips Phase Measurement Tips Handling “No Match” Readings The Field Unit reports a “No Match” reading when the difference between the measured phase angle and the nearest phase angle exceeds the configured De- gree Tolerance. Possible situations where a reading of “No Match” may be en- countered: Situation Action...

  • Page 36: Single-Phase Transformers

    Phase Measurement Tips PhaseTrakker AP30 Single-Phase Transformers Single-phase transformers normally have one primary connection to supply volt- age and one primary connection to ground. In this situation, one secondary con- nection will be in phase with the primary, while the other will be 180° out of phase.

  • Page 37: Three-Phase Transformer Banks

    PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility Three-Phase Transformer Banks The secondary phases of a three-phase transformer bank (three standard single- phase transformers connected to each other) will either match the primary phases or be offset by 180° from the primary phases, depending on transformer polar- ity and bank connections.

  • Page 38: Three-Phase Transformers, Delta-Wye

    PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker AP30 Three-Phase Transformers, Delta-Wye The three-phase transformers commonly used in distribution substations have a delta arrangement for the primary connections and a wye arrangement for the secondary connections. This results in a 30° phase shift between the primary and secondary phases.

  • Page 39: Phasetrakker Utility

    PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker Utility Installing the PhaseTrakker Utility The PhaseTrakker Utility is installed from the CD included with the AP30 System. Installation should start automatically when the disc is inserted. If it does not start automatically, run PhaseTrakkerSetup from the disc.

  • Page 40: Using The Utility With Reference Unit

    PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker AP30 Using the Utility with Reference Unit Connect a USB cable to the Reference Unit and the PC. Turn on the Reference Unit and click on the PhaseTrakker Field Unit icon to start the Utility. Once the Utility has connected to the Reference Unit, the following window is displayed.

  • Page 41: Using The Utility With Field Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility f the unit’s wireless networking device. The PhaseTrakker Utility is needed only to change the Reference Unit system frequency (50 or 60 Hz) or a customized name (alphanumeric, 16 characters). Select “Configuration” and “Edit Configur tion” to customize the name and set the system frequency. Using the Utility with Field Unit Connect a USB cable to the Field Uni t and the PC.

  • Page 42: Retrieving Records From The Field Unit

    PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker AP30 Retrieving Records from the Field Unit The AP30 Field Unit records can be saved to a PC. In the PhaseTrakker Utility main window, select “Records” and then “Retrieve Records.” A new window opens and the records are read by the Utility. Select “Save Records”...

  • Page 43: Clearing Records On The Field Unit

    PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility Clearing Records on the Field Unit The Field Unit can store 1000 records. When the record memory is full, the old- est records are overwritten by the new records, and phasing work can continue. It is never necessary to remove the records the Field Unit memory, but this function is provided as a management tool.
  • Page 44 PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker AP30 Power Settings and Phase Preferences The Phase Settings tab of the PhaseTrakker Utility’s Field Unit Configuration menu allows configuration of the same values that are set by the System Frequency and Phase Preferences menus on the Field Unit. Select “Defaults”...
  • Page 45 PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility Measurement Preferences The values on the Measurement tab of the PhaseTrakker Utility’s Field Unit Con- figuration menu cannot be set on the Field Unit. These values can be set only by using the PhaseTrakker Utility. Once set, these values do not typically need to be changed.
  • Page 46 PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker AP30 Time Zone and Time Format The Time Settings tab of the PhaseTrakker Utility’s Field Unit Configuration menu allows configuration of the same values that are set by the Time Zone menus on the Field Unit. Select “Defaults” to set these preferences to factory default values. After pref- erence selections are made, click “Apply To Unit”...
  • Page 47 PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility Reference Units The Reference Units tab of the PhaseTrakker Utility’s Field Unit Configuration menu allows configuration of the same values that are set by the Reference Units menus on the Field Unit. The IP Addresses for the primary and secondary Refer- ence Units are entered.

  • Page 48: Saving Field Unit Configuration To A File

    PhaseTrakker Utility PhaseTrakker AP30 Saving Field Unit Configuration to a File The Field Unit configuration can be saved to a file to serve as a backup or a template. Once saved, the configuration can be loaded into other AP30 Field Units.

  • Page 49: Loading A Saved Field Unit Configuration

    PhaseTrakker AP30 PhaseTrakker Utility Loading a Saved Field Unit Configuration The Field Unit configuration can be loaded from a saved configuration file and applied to an AP30 Field Unit. A saved configuration is loaded using the Field Unit Configuration screens.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PhaseTrakker AP30 Troubleshooting Reference Unit • The Reference Unit GPS LED does not light. Make sure the antenna has a clear view of the sky. • The Reference Unit Network LED does not light or is flashing. The Reference Unit Network LED is off when no network signal is received. The Network LED flashes if the network signal strength is less than 20%.

  • Page 51: Phasetrakker Utility

    PhaseTrakker AP30 Troubleshooting • All the status lights are on, but the Field Unit sometimes makes long pauses while taking phase reading. This is usually due to communication problems on the cell network, on either the Field Unit or Reference Unit end, such as a weak signal (-120 dBm to - 100 dBm), network congestion, busy cell towers, or signal interference from high E-fields.

  • Page 52: Compatibility With Ap10 And Ap20

    Can I use an AP30 Field Unit with my existing AP10 or AP20 Reference Unit? No. The methods of communication for the two systems are incompatible. Contact EDM for information on upgrading your system. • Can I use my existing AP10 and AP20 Field Units with an AP30 Reference Unit? No.
  • Page 53 PhaseTrakker AP30 Frequently Asked Questions erences as shown below. The AP30 will then provide beep identifications and phase angles expected by AP20 users. …or other choice depending on the AP20 configuration...

  • Page 54: Ap30 Phasing Conventions

    AP30 Phasing Conventions PhaseTrakker AP30 AP30 Phasing Conventions There is variation in the terms used to label phase sequence and phase angles among different utilities supplying three-phase power. For example, some utili- ties refer to phases in ABC sequence and some use ACB. Some use negative an- gles to refer to phase lag and some use positive angles.

  • Page 55: Acb Sequence

    PhaseTrakker AP30 AP30 Phasing Conventions ACB Sequence In the ACB sequence, the order of the voltage waveforms through time is A, C, and B. For the AP30, the first waveform is always A and its zero crossing rising is always 0°. Three-Phase Voltage Waveforms ACB Sequence 0°...

  • Page 56: Specifications

    Specifications PhaseTrakker AP30 Specifications System • System Accuracy: ±5° • Repeatability: ±2° Reference Unit • Power source: 120 V (108 V – 132 V), 60 Hz or 50 Hz • Demand draw: 0.1 Amps • Data storage: 1 month of records to resolve phase identifications •...

  • Page 57: Accessories

    • Extension Cables for Reference Unit Antenna. Extension cables for the Reference Unit’s dual antenna are available in a variety of lengths. Contact EDM to order. How to Order For information on ordering, visit www.edmlink.com or contact EDM at info@edmlink.com...

  • Page 58: Warranty And Service

    EDM will repair or replace the product. EDM and its suppliers, and its licensors shall in no event be liable for any dam- ages arising from the use or inability to use this product. This includes business interruption or any other loss which may arise from the use of this product.
  • Page 59 PhaseTrakker AP30...
  • Page 60 EDM International, Inc. 4001 Automation Way Fort Collins, CO 80525 USA Tel: (970) 204-4001 Fax: (970) 204-4007 www.edmlink.com Technical Support (800) 687-4196 support@edmlink.com...

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