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Sonel MIC-10s1 User Manual

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  • Page 3 USER MANUAL INSULATION RESISTANCE METERS MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 SONEL S.A. Wokulskiego 11 58-100 Świdnica, Poland Version 1.12 01.07.2020...
  • Page 4 MIC-10s1 and MIC-05s1 meters are modern, high-quality meters, easy and safe in operation. Please acquaint yourself with this manual in order to avoid measuring errors and prevent possible problems in operation of the meter. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    4.2 Storing the measurement results in the memory ............ 41 4.2.1 Entering the results without extending the memory structure ........... 41 4.2.2 Extending the memory structure ..................43 4.3 Viewing memory data ..................... 47 4.4 Deleting memory data .................... 49 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 6 10.2.2 Additional uncertainties according to EN 61557-4 (R ) ..........62 CONT 11 Accessories ....................62 11.1 Standard accessories ..................... 62 11.2 Optional accessories ....................63 12 Manufacturer ....................63 13 Laboratory services ..................64 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 7: Safety

     During measurements of insulation resistance, dangerous voltage up to 10 kV (MIC-10s1) or 5 kV (MIC-05s1) occurs at the ends of test leads of the meter. ...

  • Page 8: Menu

    Wireless transmission  Measurement Settings  Meter Settings  Language selection  Information about manufacturer buttons to select desired posi- tion. Enter a selected option by pressing ENTER. Wireless transmission See sections 5.3 to 5.5. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 9: Measurement Settings

    Only the measurement with a properly selected mains frequency will ensure optimum filtration of interferences. The meter is designed for filtration of interferences generated by 50 Hz and 60 Hz net- works. to select the mains frequency. Confirm your choice by pressing ENTER but- ton. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 10: Times T1, T2, T3 For Calculating Absorption Coefficients

    600 s, but >t1), t3 (1 s...600 s, but >t2). 2.2.3 Type of absorption coefficients buttons to select the type of coef- ficients: Ab or DAR PI. Confirm your choice by pressing ENTER button. 2.2.4 I test current MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 11: Setting Limit Values

    2.2.5 Setting limit values buttons to switch on/off limit val- ues. Confirm your choice by pressing ENTER button. 2.2.6 Temperature unit to select the temperature unit. Confirm your choice by pressing ENTER but- ton. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 12: Auto-Incrementing Of The Memory Cell Number

    10 s, 30 s, 60 s, 100 s, 200 s or, after selecting the SMART option, enables the fil- ter which effectively eliminates interference and at the same time quickly determines the result. to select a time period or to switch off the filter. Confirm your choice by pressing ENTER button. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 13: Chart Type Selection

    LCD contrast  Automatic shut-off  Date and time  Factory (default) settings  Program update  Button tones  Wireless communication buttons to select desired posi- tion. Enter a selected option by pressing ENTER. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 14: Lcd Contrast

    Select contrast value using buttons; confirm your choice by pressing ENTER. 2.3.2 Automatic shut-off (Auto-OFF) The setting defines the shut-off time of idle meter. buttons to set Auto-OFF time; confirm your choice by pressing ENTER. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 15: Date And Time

    ENTER. 2.3.4 Factory (default) settings In order to introduce factory (default) settings, highlight YES using buttons and press ENTER . Note: Alternatively, press and hold the ON/OFF button for more than 5 seconds. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 16: Firmware Update

    Before updating firmware, download the firmware updating program from the manufacturer’s website (www.sonel.pl) and install it on your PC, then connect the meter to PC. Select Firmware upgrade in the MENU and follow the instructions displayed by the program.

  • Page 17: Language Choice

    Language choice buttons to select desired lan- guage and press ENTER. Information about manufacturer MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 18: Measurements

    The measurement result is correct, but on the test terminals the test voltage is lower than voltage selected before the measurement. The current limitation occurs in the first phase of the measurement due to charging the capacity of the tested object. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 19: Double-Lead Measurement

    MIC-05s1 at 50...5000V voltage is adjusted as follows: 50 V...1 kV in 10V steps, 1 kV...5 kV in 25V steps). The meter is in the mode of measuring interference voltage of the tested object U MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 20 10 nF to 990 nF. When setting --- (below 10 nF or above 990 nF) the function to calculate the length is switched off. In order to set the limit (minimum resistance), press F4 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 21 Confirm by pressing F5 For R the limit is the minimum value. The range of setting the limit value is as follows: from 1 kΩ to 40 TΩ for MIC-10s1 or to 20 TΩ for MIC-05s1. The meter is ready for measure- ment.
  • Page 22 Press F4 to display a chart of the measured resistance and current as a function of time. When the graph is displayed, press F4 to re- turn to the tabular view of the results. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 23 - After completion of measurement, the capacitance of the object tested is discharged by shorting + and R - terminals with resistance of 100 k for MIC-05s1 or 200 k for MIC-10s1, simultane- ously the voltage of the tested object is displayed.

  • Page 24: Three-Lead Measurement

    In order to eliminate the influence of surface resistance in transformers, cables, etc. the three- lead measurement is used, but do not connect the current measuring test lead R - to large ground conductors. For example: MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 25 G socket of the meter should be connected to the transformer tank;  when measuring the insulation resistance between one of the windings and the transformer’s tank, connect G socket of the meter to the second winding: MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 26 G terminal other conductors that do not take part in the measurement.  at the measurement of insulation resistance of a high voltage circuit breaker, G socket of the meter should be connected to the terminals’ insulators of the breaker; MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 27: Measurements With Autoiso-5000

    Press F4 button to enter the selection of lead/ cable type (3-, 4- or 5-wire lead). buttons to select an appropriate item and confirm it by ENTER. buttons, to enter the second group of parameters. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 28 It is the same for all conductor pairs of a cable. and ENTER buttons to enter the resistance value. and ENTER buttons to select the unit. Confirm by pressing F5 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 29 If any of the voltages exceeds allowable voltage, symbol of this voltage is displayed with “!” (e.g. U !), and the measurement is in- N-PE terrupted. View of the screen during measurement. After the measurement is completed, read the re- sults. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 30: Measurements With Increasing Voltage - Sv

    - 5 kV: 1 kV, 2 kV, 3 kV, 4 kV and 5 kV, - 10kV (for MIC-10s1): 2 kV, 4 kV, 6 kV, 8 kV, 10 kV. The end result for each of the 5 measurements is saved which is signalled by a beep and an appropriate icon.

  • Page 31: Dielectric Discharge Indicator - Dd

    Initially this cur- rent is the sum of the capacity discharge current, which fades quickly and the absorption current. The leakage current is negligible, because there is no test voltage. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 32 3.2.2 Start the measurement, similarly as in sec- tion 3.2.4. Both during and after the measure- ment, the user may switch between the display of the results and the graph by pressing F4 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 33 - In this function, it is also possible to perform the measurement with AutoISO-5000 adapter. The dis- play of results is similar to the measurement of R with AutoISO-5000. The screen will show the fol- lowing: MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 34: Damage Location (After-Burning)

    When the insulation breakdown occurs, the meter does not inter- rupt the measurement (as in other functions) and the display shows (at the top) the corresponding mnemonic. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 35: Low-Voltage Measurement Of Resistance

    ) is supported only in meters with specific serial num- CONT ber prefixes. Details in the table below. CONT CONT Meter name supported not supported Serial number prefix MIC-05s1 ET, DR MIC-10s1 ES, DS MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 36: Measurement Of Resistance Of Protective Conductors And Equipotential Bonding With ±200 Ma Current

    The setting limit reflects the function: from 0.01 Ω to 999 Ω. The value of the limit set in the same way as for R Connect the meter to the tested object. Trigger the measure- ment by pressing the START button. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 37: Calibration Of Test Leads

    3.3.2 Calibration of test leads In order to eliminate the impact of the resistance of test leads on measurement result, the com- pensation (autozeroing) of resistance may be performed. Press F1 Follow the instructions displayed on the screen. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 38: Temperature Measurement

    To ensure user safety, it is not allowed to mount ST-1 temperature probe on objects with voltage higher than 50 V to earth. It is advisable to ground the examined object before mounting the probe. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 39: Determining The Length Of The Tested Cable

    (nF/km) – the value is entered into the meter in field C In this case the obtained value is 0.3 µF/km = 300 nF/km. Now you can configure the meter. Use F2 button to select C MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 40 C [nF/km] is en- tered, it may calculate the length L.    In this case, for: C = 68.1 nF = 300 nF/km the cable length is:     MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 41: Memory Of Measurement Results

    Object symbol total number of objects Symbol of the measuring point and the number of such points (for this object) An object containing at least one sub-object Object symbol on a grey background Connector MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 42 Information on the name Entry field entering mode On-screen keyboard To obtain larger fonts set the cursor on Shift and press ENTER. To obtain special (Polish) fonts set the cursor on ALT and press ENTER. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 43: Storing The Measurement Results In The Memory

    Storing the measurement results in the memory Press ENTER after finishing the measurement. 4.2.1 Entering the results without extending the memory structure Press ENTER again. The cell is free for a given type of measurement. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 44 After selecting YES press ENTER to overwrite the re- sult or ESC, to cancel. Note: - Complete set of results (main result and supplementary results) for a given measuring function and preset measurement settings are stored in the memory. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 45: Extending The Memory Structure

    4.2.2 Extending the memory structure Press ESC to start creating the objects. Press button to set the cursor on Client 1. buttons to select other clients (1 - 10) . Press F1 to edit client data. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 46 In this way, you may enter all client data. Press F5 to confirm data and return to the screen of step button to set the cursor on the object icon. Press F1 to start edit- ing the object name. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 47 (up to 99 items), and pressing F2 deletes the items. Press F5 to approve the name that appears on the screen. Press ENTER, go to the measurement point. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 48 Enter the name of the measuring point in the same way as the object name. Press ENTER, to save the measurement result. After entering the memory, the user may extend its structure by adding new objects and sub- objects as needed. To add a new object, press F5 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 49: Viewing Memory Data

    - The name of an object, sub-object or measurement is possible in memory browse mode or after en- tering entry into the memory after a measurement. Viewing memory data Set the rotary switch of function selection at MEM position. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 50 Press F2 to delete a chosen object (sub-object) with all its results. When the cursor is set on "Client", use buttons to move to next clients. After selecting desired object (sub-object) press ENTER. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 51: Deleting Memory Data

    Press F2 to delete a chosen measurement or measuring point with all its results: Deleting memory data Set the rotary switch of function selection at MEM position. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 52 "MEMORY ERASING". Press ENTER button. buttons to select YES or NO. Press ENTER button. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 53: Data Transmission

    In order to ensure the communication of the meter with a PC, a USB cable is required or Blue- tooth module and appropriate software supplied with the meter. The software may be used for many devices manufactured by SONEL S.A. which are equipped with the USB interface.

  • Page 54: Connecting To Bluetooth Mini-Keyboard

    After completing the search process, the meter will display a list of available keyboards (other devices: phones, palmtops, computers, etc. are not shown). MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 55 From this moment automatic connection is available. - Wireless connection error Wrong PIN number entered - connection failure, entered PIN code is not compliant with the one set in the meter. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 56: Automatic Connection

    4. If the connection was successful, then the meter will display the following screen: 5. Start the software to read /save data (e.g., Sonel Reader, Sonel PE) and proceed in accordance with its instructions. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 57: Read-Out And Change Of Pin Code For Bluetooth Connections

    Select Wireless transmission in the main MENU of the meter, press ENTER. Select CHANGE PIN CODE position, press ENTER. Read the current PIN, and change it if necessary, confirming introduced change by pressing ENTER. Note: Standard PIN code for Bluetooth transmission is "123". MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 58: Power Supply Of The Meter

    Battery extremely discharged, all measurements are blocked. Battery power MIC-10s1 and MIC-05s1 meters are powered with a Li-Ion battery which may be replaced only in a servicing point. The charger is installed inside the meter and works only with the manufacturer’s rechargeable battery pack.

  • Page 59: Power Supply From Mains

    - Do not charge or use the batteries in extreme temperatures. Extreme temperatures reduce the life- time of rechargeable batteries. Always observe the rated operating temperature. Do not dispose the battery pack into fire. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 60: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Worn-out electronic equipment should be sent to a collection point in accordance with the law of waste electrical and electronic equipment. Before the equipment is sent to a collection point, do not dismantle any elements. Observe local regulations concerning disposal of packages, waste batteries and accumulators. MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 61: Technical Specifications

    Uncertainty for any measuring voltage and each result can be calculated from the following formula: δ = ±(3%+(U ·21·10 )-1) ·100%) ± 10 digits /( U where: – voltage at which the measurement is conducted [V] – measured resistance [Ω] MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 62 Measurement of leakage current Display range Resolution Basic uncertainty 0…1.2 mA 0...3 mA 0...6 mA * - resolution and units result from the measurement range of individual insulation resistance. ** - calculated basing on resistance measurements MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...
  • Page 63 EN 61010-1 and IEC 61557 standards the product meets EMC requirements (immunity for industrial environment) according to the fol- lowing standards ................EN 61326-1 and EN 61326-2-2 MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 64: Additional Data

    ATTENTION! MIC-10s1 and MIC-05s1 meters are classified in terms of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) as instruments of Class A (for use in industrial environ- ments - according to EN 50011). Interferences, impacting the operation of other devices must be taken into account when the meters are used in other environments (e.g.

  • Page 65: Optional Accessories

    The manufacturer of the device and provider of guarantee and post-guarantee service: SONEL S.A. Wokulskiego 11 58-100 Świdnica Poland tel. +48 74 858 38 60 fax +48 74 858 38 09 E-mail: export@sonel.pl Web page: www.sonel.pl MIC-10s1 ● MIC-05s1 – USER MANUAL...

  • Page 66: Laboratory Services

    National Metrological Institute. According to ILAC-G24 „Guidelines for determination of calibration intervals of measuring instru- ments”, SONEL S.A. recommends periodical metrological inspection of the instruments it manufac- tures no less frequently than once every 12 months.

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