Page 1 AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009 Instruction Manual Megger PA-9Series User MegPa9IEC Software Manual Valley Forge Corporate Center 2621 Van Buren Avenue Norristown, PA 19403 U.S.A. www.megger.com...
Page 2 The information presented in this manual is believed to be adequate for the intended use of the product. If the product or its individual instruments are used for purposes other than those specified herein, confirmation of their validity and suitability must be obtained from Megger. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION ...............................1 2 OVERVIEW................................5 Power Analyzer Operation ..........................7 Sample Rate................................7 Response Time ..............................7 Storage Interval..............................7 Demand Interval ..............................7 Out-of-Limits Recording ............................8 Sub-Cycle Event Capture............................8 Frequency Recording............................8 Exceedance-Only Recording ..........................9 Capturing Waveform ............................9 Waveform Capture Impact on Memory ......................9 Memory Full Condition............................9 Recording Times ...............................
Page 4 5 OPERATION and SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS...................27 User Controls..............................27 Turning the Power Analyzer ON/OFF ......................28 About Screen..............................29 Programming and On-Site Adjustments ......................29 Erasing Stored Data ............................30 Changing Setups.............................30 Recording ................................30 Start Recording...............................31 Recording Mode Off Screen Description ....................31 Recording Mode Off.............................32 Stop Recording...............................32 Recording Mode On Screen Description....................32 Recording Mode On............................33 Recording and Loss of Input Power......................33...
Page 5 Notes on Wiring Diagrams..........................63 Floating Wye Neutral Measurement ......................77 9 TROUBLESHOOTING........................... 79 Battery Reset for the Megger PA-9Series ...................... 79 10 SPECIFICATIONS ............................81 11 MegPa9 IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE................85 Megger End User License Agreement ......................87 Getting Started..............................
Page 6 To Create a Report using Metrosoft :..................... 151 Side Bar ................................ 168 Edit File Information ..........................169 File Information............................170 Harmonic Analysis............................172 EN50160 Report............................. 176 PA-9 Series Modem Configuration ......................178 PA-9 Series Modem Operation ........................ 178 AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
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Page 9 If examination by Megger discloses that the product is or has been defective, then our obligation is limited to repair or replacement of the defective unit or its components, at our option.
Page 10 610-676-8610 (Fax) Attention: Service Department IMPORTANT! Megger periodically provides updates of unit firmware and software. These updates may include enhancements that improve the performance of your unit. See our web site www.megger.com to obtain these download updates. SEE ALL OF OUR PRODUCTS, APPLICATION NOTES, FAQ’s BY PRODUCT, AND LOCAL REP INFORMATION ON THE WEB AT: www.megger.com...
Page 11: Introduction
PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL This document is the operator manual for the Megger PA-9Series Power Analyzer. It provides a description of the operation of the unit as well as installation and operating instructions. Read this manual before installing or using the equipment. Special emphasis should be placed on all safety discussions.
Page 12 We can be contacted at the following: By Phone: 610-676-8500 Ask for Sales By Fax: 610-676-8610 By Website: www.megger.com By Mail: Megger Valley Forge Corporate Center 2621 Van Buren Avenue Norristown, PA 19403 U.S.A. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 13 INTRODUCTION MANUAL CONVENTIONS This manual uses the following conventions: Bold indicates emphasis or a heading. NOTE: is used to set off important information from the rest of the text. A WARNING symbol alerts you to a hazard that may result in equipment damage, personal injury, or death.
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Page 15: Overview
This is accomplished by creating a setup on a computer using MegPa9IEC and uploading it to the Megger PA-9Series. Each unit can store up to 60 user-defined setups. Should you need to change setups on site, you may select any of your 60 setups using the Power Analyzer’s front panel controls.
Page 16 True RMS voltage, minimum RMS voltage, and maximum RMS voltage True RMS current, minimum RMS current, and maximum RMS current watts, per phase pair and total system vars, per phase pair and total system voltamps, apparent power per phase and total system true power factor (watts divided by voltamps) displacement power factor (cosine of the angle between the fundamental of voltage and current)*...
Page 17: Power Analyzer Operation
Power Analyzer Operation The following sections describe the basic operations of the Megger PA-9Series unit. There are several time intervals that are used by the Megger PA-9Series for storing and calculating RMS voltage, current, and other power related parameters. These time intervals are: sample rate, response time, RMS storage interval, and demand interval.
Page 18: Out-Of-Limits Recording
The Megger PA-9Series computes power related parameters on a per phase basis. For each phase, the voltage and current are sampled simultaneously to eliminate phase angle error due to sampling skew. Integration over the demand interval gives true power for that phase.
Page 19: Exceedance-Only Recording
Capturing Waveform The Megger PA-9Series can be programmed to capture and save waveform data on either a time or event triggered basis. On a time basis, you can program how often waveforms will be recorded and how many cycles to record. On the event triggered basis (includes RMS limits, sub-cycle event, and THD event), the unit will save the response time trigger cycles up to (2) pre-trigger and 99 post-trigger cycles.
Page 20: Recording Times
Recording Times When programming the Power Analyzer, MegPa9IEC will calculate your recording time based on the programmed setup. When performing these calculations, the software also takes into account the number of inputs being used, the number of values being saved (Minimum RMS, Average RMS, and/or Maximum RMS), the memory capacity, demand interval, whether or not to capture waveform, the waveform capture rate, and expected events, if any.
Page 21 OVERVIEW Determining Maximum Record Time Symbols used Symbols Description Value Units Record Time maximum recording time calculated cycles Total Memory size of memory based on unit bytes Setup Memory memory used for setup data 262144 bytes Event Memory memory used for event data based on setup bytes Record Memory...
Page 22 Calculations Time bytes / (byte per time) Record Time (Record Memory – Event Memory – Test Usage) / (Usage Per Cycle) Record Memory Total Memory – Setup Memory Event Memory (integer of ((Max. Events x (Event Usage + Header) – 1) / 131072) + 1) x 131072 Usage Per Cycle SI Usage + DI Usage + WFC Usage Test Usage...
Page 23: Ac Power And Charging The Battery
OVERVIEW AC Power and Charging the Battery The Megger PA-9Series is powered from the V1 input (90 – 600 VAC) or (110-600 VDC). The Megger PA-9Series also features a standard auxiliary input powered from voltage between 90-250VAC. The Power Analyzer automatically turns on ten seconds after the power connections are completed.
Page 24: Energy Conservation
MegPa9IEC software in the Remote Operation Mode, by using the TIME button. Selecting Inputs The Megger PA-9Series can monitor up to 9-inputs. Of course, you can monitor fewer inputs. See Specify Inputs screen in Section 5. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 25: Power Measurement Theory-- For Power Measurements Using 1 Less Wattmeter Than Lines
OVERVIEW Power Measurement Theory-- For Power Measurements Using 1 Less Wattmeter than Lines (wires) Basics: We can begin with the easy to understand 4-wire, grounded wye system. The three voltages and three currents that are monitored to calculate power are actual phase voltages and phase currents.
Page 26 2. Total power parameters for the 3-wire load are true. 3. The total power parameters are true regardless of balance and harmonic content. 4. The Megger PA-9Series provides the same type of information that an Electric Utility gets from using two electro-mechanical wattmeters.
Page 27 If there is interest in checking relative balance in the three phases of a 3-wire load, there is a method using the Megger PA-9Series. Using MegPa9IEC, program the Megger PA- 9Series for 4-wire, 3-wattmeter method. Connect the three voltage inputs to the Megger PA-9Series line-to-line (1 to 2, 2 to 3, 3 to 1).
Page 28 If you will not be recording demand parameters, voltage and current can be connected to any inputs. The connections do not have to be in pairs, but the voltage channels and current channels must be sequenced. NOTE: The Neutral Channel Voltage Input has 2 ranges: 0 to 30 VAC and 0 to 600 VAC.
Page 29: Safety
Safety Precautions The following safety precautions MUST be taken whenever the Megger PA-9Series will be installed. Wear safety glasses and insulated gloves when making connections to power circuits...
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Page 31: Installation
The installation procedure consists of: 1. Charging the backup battery prior to use. 2. Ensure that the Megger PA-9Series is not exposed to water, excessive dust, and other hazardous conditions. If the Megger PA-9Series is mounted outdoors then the input jacks should face down. All side-connectors should have their covers in place or cables connected.
Page 32: Battery Charging
The Megger PA-9Series is a portable unit with a rugged, rain resistant enclosure NEMA 4 that can be placed on a flat surface. The Megger PA-9Series has a back plate available for hanging or mounting the unit in a vertical axis.
Page 33: Voltage And Current Connections
(labeled ∅A, ∅B, ∅C, and/or NEUT & GND) then clamp around the source to be measured. An arrow on the current clamp indicates the direction of the load. Then select the correct probe type from the Megger PA-9Series front panel. See Section 8 Wiring Diagrams.
Page 34: Wireless Modem Connection (Pa9Wireless Only)
MegPa9IEC. Input the ratio values on each channel line enabled in the setup screen of the software. To verify ratios from the Megger PA-9Series front panel, select from the Home Screen, Setup, then Input Ratios. In the screens description chapter you will learn how to change the Megger PA-9Series screen to view values with or without ratios.
Page 35 OVERVIEW Megger PA-9Wireless Connection Description AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 36 Megger PA-9Plus Connection Description AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 37: Operation And Screen Descriptions
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS User Controls The Megger PA-9Series interface allows the operator full control of the unit. It is located on the front of the Power Analyzer and consists of a liquid crystal display (LCD) and pushbutton keys, as shown in Figure 5-1. The following paragraphs describe the...
Page 38: Turning The Power Analyzer On/Off
This occurs with the Megger PA-9Series when connecting to the V1 input. The Megger PA-9Series can also be powered using the auxiliary AC input. Confirm that the input selection switch is in the correct position for the Megger PA- 9Series input being used to power the analyzer.
Page 39: About Screen
Last two lines are optional. Customer may specify two of 40 characters lines of company identification information as in example above. You must contact Megger Sales Dept. for information on this option. This option must be purchased and installed at time of order or it can be installed later with factory calibration/service.
Page 40: Erasing Stored Data
Erasing Stored Data Use the following procedure to erase stored data: User System LCD displays Home screen. Press the HOME key Position cursor at Special then press the SELECTION key. LCD displays Special screen. Position cursor at Erase Data then press the SELECTION LCD displays Erased Stored Data key.
Page 41: Start Recording
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Start Recording To manually start recording, do the following: User System LCD displays Record Screen shown in Figure 5-3. Press the RECORD key Position cursor at Start then press the Power Analyzer starts recording shown in Figure 5-4. SELECTION key.
Page 42: Recording Mode Off
Recording Mode Off When the unit is not recording, Figure 5-3 will display the following information: Line #1 - Active setup and system date. Line #2 - Recording status and system time Line #4 - Back (returns to previous screen) and Start (manually activates recording). Position cursor in front of Back or Start and press the SELECTION key.
Page 43: Recording Mode On
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Maximum Time: Displays maximum recording time available. Recording Mode On When the unit is recording, Figure 5-4 will display the following information: Line #1 - Active setup and system date. Line #2 - Recording status and system time. Line #4 - Back (returns to previous screen) and Stop (manually stops recording).
Page 44: A Word About Screen Descriptions
A Word About Screen Descriptions You can make modifications and setup changes, start and stop recording, and view system status and real-time measurement data by accessing the various screens. The Home, Default, and Record Screens can be selected directly from the front panel by pressing the HOME ( ), DEFAULT ( ), and RECORD key (...
Page 45: Status Screen
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Status Screen The Status Screen provides battery status, recording, and memory data as shown in Figure 5-6. The screen is accessed in the Home screen (if necessary, press the HOME key ( Position the cursor in front of Status and press the SELECTION key. Battery: 00.0 (Charging or OK) XX/XX/XX...
Page 46: Readings Screen
Readings Screen The Readings screen provides real-time voltage, current, phase angle, power flow (if option is installed), frequency, and phase rotation as shown in the sample screen in Figure 5-7. The screen is accessed in the Home screen (if necessary, press the HOME key ( Position the cursor in front of Readings and press the SELECTION key.
Page 47: Test Log
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Test Log The Test Log lists all tests stored within the analyzer's memory and shows which test is active if the unit is recording. 5 Stored Tests > 05 XX/XX X days XX:XX:XX hrs <Active> XX/XX X days XX:XX:XX hrs XX/XX...
Page 48 Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to view data quantity for: Waveforms RMS Intervals Demand Intervals NOTE: Stop condition is a very important line to view if a test shuts down earlier than expected. From: XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX.XXX XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX.XXX > VPHA Min: 0.0V XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX.XXX...
Page 49: Waveform Log
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Waveform Log To View Captured Waveform: From the Home screen select the Stored Data screen. Place the cursor next to it and press the ENTER key. Status Phasor About Readings Harmonics Options > Stored Data Setup Special Figure 5-14: Home Screen From the Stored Data screen, select the Test Log screen.
Page 50 Statistics > Waveforms RMS Chart Demand Chart Freq Chart Power OOL Chart Pst Chart Plt Chart Figure 5-17: Test Log Menu Screen This will bring you to the Waveform Log. To view stored waveform events choose Select using the SELECT key. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to place the cursor next to the waveform event of interest, and then depress the SELECT key.
Page 51 OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Swell XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX.XXX +0.000000 1VPHA: 00.0V 11IPHA: 0.00A Figure 5-19: Change X- Axis Scaling Depressing the CURSOR SELECT key ( ) again will change the scan line to a solid line allowing you to move the waveform left/right of the scan line using the LEFT/RIGHT arrow keys.
Page 52: Event Log
Event Log To View Stored Events: (Lists all events stored in the analyzer's memory) Use the UP/DOWN arrows to move the cursor to the Event Line of interest, and then depress the SELECT key. Event Log > 0006 XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX SAG IPHA 0005 XX/XX/XX...
Page 53: Rms Intervals
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS RMS Intervals To view Minimum, Maximum and Average RMS values of recorded intervals. From: XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX.XXX XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX.XXX VPHA 0.00v 0.00v 0.00v IPHA 0.000 0.000 0.000 VPHB 0.00v 0.00v 0.00v ↓ ↓ Figure 5-24: RMS Interval Screen Depress DOWN ARROW (↓...
Page 54: Phasor
Phasor The Phasor screen shows the real-time voltage and current values for each phase including voltage and current phasor diagrams, as shown in the sample screen in Figure 5-25. The screen is accessed in the Home screen. Position the cursor in front of Phasor and press the SELECTION key.
Page 55: Harmonics Screen
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Harmonics Screen The Harmonics screen displays real-time harmonic magnitude. Select from DC through the 63 harmonic for any one input. See the sample display shown in Figure 5-26. The data and graphic display can be altered by changing the parameter values at any cursor location using the horizontal arrow and SELECTION key on the front panel.
Page 56: To Select/Make Changes
To Select/Make Changes: User System 1. Position cursor in front of desired The cursor (>) moves to the front of the parameter by repeatedly pressing either parameter. vertical (UP/DOWN) arrow key. 2. Press the SELECTION key to activate The cursor changes to an asterisk (*). cursor location.
Page 57: Setup Screen
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Setup Screen Setup screen allows the user to select the type of current probes being used, view the stored set up files or select a stored setup file. Select this screen from Home ( )>Setup. > Specify Inputs Required Inputs Select Setup Stored Setups...
Page 58: Select Setup
Select Setup Select this screen from Home ( )>Setup>Select Setup. To Select a Test Setup: Test Name (Active) XX/XX/XX XX:XXpm Tag: XXXXXXXX Power Wiring Connection: DEFAULT Response Time: X cycles RMS Interval: XX:XX:XX hrs ↓ Demand Interval: ↓ XX:XX:XX hrs Figure 5-29: Select Setup Screen To Change a Setup File: 1) Arrow LEFT or RIGHT until required setup file is displayed.
Page 59: Setup Display
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Setup Display Select this screen from Home ( )>Setup>Setup Display Display Setup > Voltage Display: PRIMARY Current Display: PRIMARY Figure 5-30: Display Setup Screen This screen works in conjunction with any ratio settings programmed in the setup program.
Page 60: Stored Setups
) >Setup>View Input Ratios. To view Input Ratios: The Megger PA-9Series data reports will show all values based on using ratio/multipliers as shown on this screen per channel. The values displayed on the unit can be with or without ratios. See the Select Display screen for this setting.
Page 61: Options
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Options Select this screen from Home ( ) >Options. This screen shows the units’ installed options. PA-9 Portable Unit # Inputs: 4V, 5I Power Supply Range: 90 – 60V Input Frequency: 60 Hz Battery: INSTALLED Memory Size: 12MB ↓...
Page 62: Record Control
Record Control Select from Home ( )>Special>Record Control Active Setup: DEFAULT Not Recording > Back Start AutoStart: XX/XX/XX XX:XX:XX Clock Hour Orientation: DISABLED Exceedance Recording: DISABLED Figure 5-37: Record Control Screen Recording can be started or stopped from this screen. Erase Data Select from Home ( ) >Special>Erase Data.
Page 63: Removable Card
OPERATION AND SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS Removable Card Select from Home ( ) >Special>Removable Card List Files Delete Files List Data Files Export Data List Setup Files Export Setup Import Setup Format Card Figure 5-39: Removable Card Screen Use this screen to import and export setup and data files between the unit and the compact flash.
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Page 65: How To
HOW TO . . . Purpose The purpose of this section is to provide a fast and easy way for you to locate a specific function, whether its instructions for making adjustments, turning the recording function on and off, or retrieving data. Functions and Data All of the functions and data that you would want to retrieve are shown below as sub- sections.
Page 66: Erasing Stored Data, Record Control
Erasing Stored Data, Record Control Location: Special screen. To Access: Select Home ( ) >Special>Erase Data. Record—ON/OFF Location: Record screen To Access: Press RECORD key ( ) on front panel Harmonics and Direction of Harmonic Screen Location: Harmonics Screen. To Access: Select from Home ( )>Harmonics (RMS, Demand Intervals), Event Summary, Event Log, Test Log Location: Stored Data screen.
Page 67: View Stored Setups, Select Setup, Specify Inputs, Input Ratios, Setup Display, Required Inputs
HOW TO… View Stored Setups, Select Setup, Specify Inputs, Input Ratios, Setup Display, Required Inputs Location: Select Setup screen To Access: Select Home ( ) >Setup>Your Choice Unit Part Number, Firmware Version, Unit Serial Number, Date of Last Calibration, Owner Specified Text Lines Location: About screen To Access: Home ( ) >About...
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Page 69: Removable Compact Flash Option
This increases the available memory size of the analyzer. To access the removable flash card menu: 1. Press the HOME key ( ) on the Megger PA-9Series. 2. Arrow over and select the SPECIAL screen. 3. Arrow over and select the REMOVABLE CARD screen.
Page 70 Export Data: - This option allows the user to transfer a data file from the Megger PA-9Series to the removable flash card. This data file can later be imported form the removable flash card to a PC by the MegPa9IEC software.
Page 71: Automatic Data Transfer
Megger PA-9Series will clear its own internal memory and start recording again. This process will repeat until both the removable flash card and the Megger PA- 9Series internal memory are full. At that point, the unit will stop recording.
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Page 73: Wiring Diagrams
WIRING DIAGRAMS Notes on Wiring Diagrams 1. These diagrams show required connections for determining power parameters. If only voltage and/or current recording is required, the Power Analyzer can be considered as a general purpose multiple voltmeter/ammeter with no specific connection configuration required. Voltage measurements can be made phase-to- neutral, phase-to-phase, phase-to-ground, on same or separate power systems.
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Page 75 WIRING DIAGRAMS PA-9 Wireless PA-9Series PA-9Plus 3-WIRE SINGLE PHASE RESIDENTIAL METER ROTATION AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 76 PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 3-WIRE DELTA CONNECTION 2-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AC-BA-CB AC-CB-BA AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 77 WIRING DIAGRAMS PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 3-WIRE SPLIT PHASE 2-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 78 PA-9Series PA - 9 Plus BLUE 3 - WIRE NETWORK METER ROTATION ROTATION AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 79 WIRING DIAGRAMS PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 3-WIRE OPEN DELTA 2-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AC-BA-CB AC-CB-BA AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 80 PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 3-WIRE WYE CONNECTION 2-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 81 WIRING DIAGRAMS PA-9Series PA -9 Plus BLUE 4 - WIRE RED - LEG OPEN DELTA 2 1/2 - WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AC - BA - CB AC - CB - BA AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 82 PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 4-WIRE RED-LEG OPEN DELTA 3-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AC-BA-CB AC-CB-BA AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 83 WIRING DIAGRAMS PA-9 Series PA-9Plus BLUE 4-WIRE RED-LEG DELTA -WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AC-BA-CB AC-CB-BA AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
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Page 85 WIRING DIAGRAMS PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 4-WIRE WYE CONNECTION 3-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 86 PA-9Series PA-9Plus BLUE 4-WIRE WYE CONNECTION 2 ½-WATTMETER METHOD ROTATION ROTATION AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 87: Floating Wye Neutral Measurement
For these situations, the Megger PA-9Series meets this application with an auxiliary input. With this, the operator can select power sources via the front panel Power Select Switch.
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Page 89: Troubleshooting
Then set the baud rate to 115200 and increase the time out to 60. Then click OK. 7. In the software click on ANALYZER then on CONNECT. Verify unit connects. If the unit does not connect call Megger Technical Support at 610-676- 8500. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 90 PA-9Series PA-9Series Figure 8-1: Megger PA-9Series IMPORTANT For up-to-date problem/solution guidelines visit out web site at: www.megger.com From the Home page, select Support. From the Support page, select the FAQ page. The FAQ page will have listings for generic FAQ’s that relate to all instruments and FAQ’s by product.
Page 91: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Instrument Types Megger PA-9Series: Portable NEMA 4X Rated Case Non-conductive, corrosion resistant, rain resistant, not submersible. High Voltage Channel Accuracy Range Accuracy 10V to 30V > .4% or reading 30V to 70V Within .4% of reading 70V to 350V Within .25% of reading...
Page 92 Crest Factor Voltage: 3.5 limited to 1500V peak (does not include impulse) Current: 1.4 of Full Scale at peak input Voltage/Current Connectors Voltage: 4 color coded pairs of safety banana jacks Current: 5 Amp miniature circular connector; power provided for flexible CT’s Frequency Fundamental Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz (factory settable only)
Page 93 SPECIFICATIONS Time Real-time Clock: Time Accuracy: Better than ±0.005% Power Supply Primary Input: 90-600VAC, 50/60 Hz, 110-600 VDC Auxiliary Input: 90-250VAC, 50/60Hz 12 Volt backup battery Included Unit Power Burden Powered from channel 1 ∅A at 120 VAC burden is 250 ma Battery 12 VDC rechargeable Battery Recharge Time:...
Page 94 Display Display Type: Backlit, 240 x 64 pixels graphic LCD Display Operating Temperature: 0 to +50° C Memory Options Standard: 12 megabytes Removable Flash Card: Optional Optional Customer Defined Address Information: On Initial About Screen Text (Factory Settable) Located: In last 2 lines of unit about screen, 40 ASCII characters each line, to be customized to your needs.
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Page 97: Megger End User License Agreement
AGREEMENT. If you do not agree with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, return the software, unused, along with the rest of the package, to Megger. This package contains software and related explanatory written materials. The term Software shall also include any upgrades, modified versions, updates, additions and copies of the Software licensed to you by Megger.
Page 98 Megger has been advised of the possibility of such damages. In any case, Megger and its suppliers’ entire liability under any provision of this agreement shall be limited to the amount actually paid by you for the SOFTWARE.
Page 99: Getting Started
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Getting Started NOTE: The instructions in this manual assume that drive C is your hard drive and drive A is your floppy drive. If you are using other drives, please substitute the correct drive letters accordingly.
Page 100: Metrosoft ® Main Window
Config Menu: Contains commands for configuring Metrosoft Mode Menu: Contains commands for interacting with the Analyzer over a modem line. See Megger PA-9Series Modem Software Instructions section of this manual. Analyzer Menu: Contains commands for interacting with an Analyzer. See Verify Communication with the Analyzer, Get and View Test Data from the Analyzer, Upgrading Firmware, Programming the Unit and Resetting the Analyzer.
Page 101: About Metrosoft
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Help Menu: Contains a command to show the Help file. ® About Metrosoft This dialog is accessed through the Help>About menu item. It displays the product name and the version number of the software. This information is especially useful for technical support staff.
Page 102: Communication Setup
Communication Setup ® To setup your communications port, from the Metrosoft Main Window: Click on CONFIG in the menu bar. Then from the pull down menu click on COMMUNICATION. This will take you to the Communications Parameter dialog. Use this dialog to specify: Communications Port: Select which serial port (commonly COM1 or COM2) that the Software will use to communicate with a Analyzer.
Page 103: Directory Setup
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Directory Setup ® ® To set Metrosoft to the desired setup and data directories, from the Metrosoft Main Window: Click on CONFIG in the menu bar. Then from the pull-down menu, click on FILE DIRECTORIES. This will take you to the Directory Setup dialog.
Page 104: Verify Communication With The Analyzer
Verify Communication with the Analyzer ® Whenever you will be communicating with the analyzer through Metrosoft , we recommend you verify that the computer is hooked up and communicating properly. Communication with the analyzer is required for programming, retrieving stored test results, and remote operation.
Page 105 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE ® If Metrosoft fails to communicate with the analyzer, the following dialog will appear on the screen: If you get this message, check each of the items on the list and try communicating again. ® NOTE: If you are unsure of how to check your Metrosoft configuration for the baud rate and analyzer communications...
Page 106: How To Create New Metrosoft
® How to Create New Metrosoft Windows Setup Files Save Them and Program a Unit. 1. In the software, click on CONFIG then on NEW ANALYZER SETUP. A setup screen will appear. 2. Setting up a Demand Interval: If you want to record Demand Information, which includes KW, KVAR, KVA, PF and DPF then the following setup is required.
Page 107 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Demand Storage Rate: This is the time interval the unit waits until it stores the calculated demand information to the unit's non-volatile memory. So if the demand storage rate is set to Demand Rate then the unit will save the calculated demand information to memory every demand interval length.
Page 108 3. RMS Recording: If you want to record RMS data then the following setup is required. If you do not want to record RMS data, then de-select Enable RMS Recording and proceed to the next step. NOTE: The only time that RMS recording should be disabled is if the user wants to record Demand Data ONLY.
Page 109 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE real-time clock reaches the beginning of one of these storage intervals. This is a useful feature when running tests with 2 units. Data can be compared from each unit and time intervals will be in-sync. 5.
Page 110 CT Full Scale: This value should be set to the full-scale value of the current probe being used. Megger current probes actually output 0-1 volt. So a CP-6000CE probe being used measuring 3000A is outputting .5 volts to the unit. The unit reads this value and multiplies it by the CT full-scale value.
Page 111 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Hysteresis: This setting allows the user to set a buffer between the trigger level that starts an event and the trigger level that ends an event. This value is a percentage based on the user programmed limit. For example: If the lower limit is set to 100 VAC and the hysteresis is set to 2%, then an out of limit event will start when the voltage falls below 100 V.
Page 112 Enable out of Limits Trending: This feature allows the user to program the unit to record the percentage of time the RMS data is within the user programmed limits. 7. Waveform Capture Setup In order for the analyzer to record waveforms Enable Waveform Capture must be checked.
Page 113 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE be set. Input the "Expected # of Events", then check the waveform limit box. Waveform capture will turn off when this amount of waveforms have been captured. This feature is only enabled in the Exceedance Trigger mode. Time Mode: In this mode the unit will capture a waveform on each enabled channel, once every time interval programmed.
Page 114 The number of cycles captured for each waveform capture can also be programmed into the unit providing THD trending is not selected. Pre-Trigger Cycles: If an Exceedance Trigger Mode is being used then the unit can be programmed to capture a pre-trigger cycle. This would be the cycle before the actual cycle that caused the exceedance event.
Page 115 This is used by the software to calculate the analyzers maximum recording time. NOTE: If you are using a Megger PA-9Series then this should be set to 12. Analyzer Tag: This is an open field for the user to input a name if they choose.
Page 116 Frequency: This value should be set to line frequency being measured. If the input to the recorder drops below 25Hz then this is the frequency the phase lock loop will default to. Enable Scheduled Run: If this is checked then the user can specify a start time to start recording.
Page 117 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 10. Modem Screen Setup: NOTE: This part of the setup only needs to be done if the unit has a modem and is required to call another modem over a phone line. If this is not required, go to Step 9 Select Dial UP or Series For Dial up: Modem Initialization String: This is the data string...
Page 118 For Both: Call Back Condition: These conditions will trigger the unit to begin calling back. Check the Call Back Condition box to enable this option. The unit can call back on an Exceedance event, a low memory condition or a low power condition. If All is selected the unit will call back if any of the call back conditions are met.
Page 119: Raven Wireless Modem Setup Instructions
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Raven Wireless Modem Setup Instructions When you receive your Raven modem from the Verizon distributor it shall have the IP address already loaded. However the modem still needs to be configured for the PA9 Wireless. This is a simple process. Please follow the steps below. 1.
Page 120 9. Now select the file “Raven_XT.xml” which is available on the MegPa9IEC CD that came with the unit. Then click OPEN. 10. Now click on WRITE. 11. The software will now load the proper configuration for the Verizon modem service. NOTE: This setup will allow the modem to perform all advertised functions except E-mail.
Page 121 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE NOTE: Setting up SMTP for PA9 Wireless (Verizon) You must use this setup, if you would like to use the email function for the PA9 wireless. You can try and use another email server other than Verizon, but you may run the risk of having the modem’s IP address banned from these foreign email servers because they may interpret the email being sent as SPAM.
Page 122 12. Programming the unit: After creating the new setup file and saving it, connect the unit to the computer. Verify the unit is powered on. Then click on ANALYZER then on CONNECT. Verify the unit connects to the computer. When the unit connects click on ANALYZER then on LOAD SETUP.
Page 123: Upgrading Firmware In Analyzer
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Upgrading Firmware in Analyzer The MegPa9IEC software allows the user to upgrade the firmware in their PA-9 Series. The software will automatically read the hardware version of the analyzer and then install the correct firmware version. During a firmware upload the software will write new reset code, DSP code and Micro code to the analyzer.
Page 124: Resetting The Analyzer
Resetting the Analyzer The MegPa9IEC software contains reset tools that will allow the user to reset the analyzer is any problems should occur. These reset commands are located under ANALYZER / TOOLS. RESET This reset command performs a cold start on the unit. It is the same as un-plugging the unit and waiting for it to power off.
Page 125: Get And View Test Data From The Analyzer
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Get and View Test Data from the Analyzer You may transfer the data from the analyzer to your computer where you can use ® Metrosoft to analyze the test results and create hard copy charts and reports. To get data from the analyzer: ®...
Page 126 3. Enter information into any of the test identification fields as needed. The information you enter will be assigned to the test data file and may later be used when searching for specific data files. The filename field must be filled in for data to be retrieved (see below for instructions).
Page 127: Transferring Files To And From A Compact Flash Card
4. Install a Compact Flash Card into the reader. 5. Open up MegPa9IEC software. 6. Click on FILE. 7. Click on IMPORT. 8. Click on TRANSFER BINARY TO Megger PA-9. The following Window will open. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 128 9. Next to the From field, click on BROWSE. This will open the following Window. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 129 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 10. Set the Look In field to the Compact Flash Card. 11. Click on the data file to be imported. 12. Click on OPEN. This will return you to the Import Window. 13. Click on OK to import the file to the MegPa9IEC data folder. The file should then appear in the data file bar.
Page 130: Exporting A Setup File To A Compact Flash Card
Exporting a Setup File to a Compact Flash Card 1. Verify your computer is powered down. 2. Connect the Compact Flash Card Reader to the computer. 3. Boot-up the computer. 4. Install a Compact Flash Card into the Reader. 5. Open up MegPa9IEC software. 6.
Page 131: Clearing Or Copying A Setup File From The Compact Flash Card
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Clearing or Copying a Setup file from the Compact Flash Card. 1. Verify your computer is powered down. 2. Connect the Compact Flash Card Reader to the computer. 3. Boot-up the computer. 4. Install a Compact Flash Card into the Reader. 5.
Page 132: Remote Operation
Remote Operation ® Metrosoft allows you to use your computer to check the status of the analyzer, view the data in real-time, clear the test results, start and stop recording sessions, and reset the analyzer's real-time clock. This is especially useful if the analyzer is located in a place that is not easily accessible.
Page 133: Clearing Test Results At The Analyzer (Remote Operation)
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Clearing Test Results at the Analyzer (Remote Operation) ® To clear data from Metrosoft Press the CLEAR button from the Remote Control Window NOTE: If a password has been programmed into the analyzer then a screen asking for the password will be presented prior to clearing data.
Page 134 To open the Advanced Remote Control Screen perform the following: Press the SETTINGS button from the Remote Control Window. The following Window will appear. To Set the Time of the Analyzer from the Advanced Remote Control Screen ® Metrosoft automatically sets the analyzer’s real-time clock to the current time of your PC when a setup file is sent to the analyzer.
Page 135 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Installing a Password into the Analyzer from the Advanced Remote Control Screen The password feature allows you to require the use of a password for clearing data from the Analyzer. This prevents unauthorized personnel from clearing data from the Analyzer.
Page 136 Setting Analyzer Voltage Divisor from the Advanced Remote Control Screen When in remote operation, the primary (instantaneous) voltage values are displayed on the screen. The secondary voltage can also be displayed by simply entering a voltage divisor. To enter the voltage divisor: Press the VOLTAGE DIVISOR button from the Advanced Remote Control screen and the following prompt will appear on your screen: Type the desired voltage divisor and press OK (you may enter any number...
Page 137 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Opening a Test Log Screen Click on ANALYZER then on TEST LOG. NOTE: The unit must either be recording or have recorded data in it to activate a Test Log screen. The following screen will appear: AVTMP9P Rev.
Page 138 Selecting a Test to View The analyzer that is being polled may contain multiple tests. To select the test data you wish to view, click on the NEXT TEST button to scroll forward through the tests. Click on the PREV TEST button to scroll back through the tests.
Page 139 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Viewing Demand (Power) Data: To view Demand data in the Analyzer click on the OVERALL POWER button. The data can be viewed as either text or as a plot. The text data will display the minimum, maximum and average demand values for each channel enabled.
Page 140 Viewing Waveform Capture Data: To view Waveform Capture data in the Analyzer first highlight the waveform event of interest then click on the WAVEFORM LOG button. The data can be viewed as a plot only. To view another waveform capture, just click on that event. AVTMP9P Rev.
Page 141 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Viewing Out-of-Limits Event Data: To view out-of-limits event data in the analyzer first highlight the out-of-limits event of interest then click on the EVENT LOG button. The data can be viewed as text only. To view another out-of-limits event, just click on that event.
Page 142 Zoom-in and Zoom-out on the Test Log Screen: When a plot is displayed on the Test Log screen, the user has the ability to zoom-in and zoom-out of the plot. To zoom-in on a trace, click and hold down the right mouse button. Then using the mouse, drag a box around the section of the trace of interest.
Page 143 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Retrieving Partial Data from the Analyzer using the Test Log Screen: The Test Log screen allows the user not only to view the data in the Analyzer without downloading, it also allows the user to download only the information that is needed. The Test Log screen allows the user to download either the RMS Data, Demand Data, Out-of-limits Event Data or the Waveform Capture Data.
Page 144 To download data perform the following: 1. Select the data to be downloaded, RMS, Demand, Event, Waveform or any combination. If the entire data file is desired, check Retrieve the Complete Test. 2. Fill in any customer file information that is desired. 3.
Page 145: Searching For And Retrieving Stored Test Data
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Searching For and Retrieving Stored Test Data ® Once you have transferred data from the analyzer to Metrosoft , you can retrieve these data files and begin your analysis. Searching For Data Files ® Metrosoft lets you list all the data files that have been stored in the user selectable data ®...
Page 146: Creating A Chart Using Metrosoft
® Creating a Chart Using Metrosoft Select the Desired Test to be Charted Multiple Tests Under One File Name When a unit is recording and the voltage drops below 90VAC for a few minutes the unit will stop recording and go into a standby mode. When the voltage goes above 90VAC, the unit will start recording again.
Page 147 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Viewing File Information File information will allow the user to view any input customer information, the date the test started, the date the test ended, the total number of intervals in the test and the total number of waveform captures in the test.
Page 148 To create a chart, do the following: 1. Highlight the desired test in the data file bar. 2. Click on CHART. 3. Click on CREATE. 4. Fill out the chart setup as desired. 5. Then click on CREATE. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
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Page 150 6. To view the scale for various traces on the chart just click the RIGHT AXIS or LEFT AXIS buttons. The label and scale on the right or left axis will then scroll showing the scale for the different traces. Chart Types: MS: This chart allows the user to trend the recorded RMS values of each interval.
Page 151 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE This will allow the user to see the frequency ramp up of motor and generator start-ups. A minimum of 3 cycles of waveform data is required. Frequency: This chart allows the user to trend the recorded Fundamental Frequency values of each Frequency interval.
Page 152 Out of Limits: This allows the user to trend the percentage of time that the RMS voltage and/or current were either within the user programmed limits or outside the user programmed limits. Short Term Flicker: Allows the user to trend Short Term (Pst) flicker. This data is based on IEC 61000-4-15 specifications.
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Page 154 Vector Diagrams: This will show the user the positional vectors of each phase. The currents phase angle will be referenced to the voltages phase angle. The actual value of the voltage and current will be displayed as well. To view a vector diagram create a Demand Chart.
Page 155 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 7. To zoom-in on portions of the chart, using the mouse place the arrow on the chart. Then hold down the left key of the mouse and drag the mouse diagonally across the chart. A dotted line box should appear. When you release the left mouse key the chart will zoom into the area within the dotted line box.
Page 156 To copy a chart into Word do the following: ® 1. Create the chart using MegPa9IEC Metrosoft for Windows software. 2. Click on CHART. 3. Click on COPY. The chart is now in the computer clipboard. It can now be pasted into Word. To copy contents of child window, such as Scan Line box, Vector Diagram box or the Frequency Trending box, click the COPY button on the child window.
Page 157: Advanced Charting Features
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Advanced Charting Features ® The new Metrosoft software allows the user to change properties of the charts before or after they are created. By double clicking on any of the traces or on the text, the user can manipulate the data as follows.
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Page 161: Report Generation
MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Report Generation ® To Create a Report using Metrosoft 1. Select the data file containing the data you wish to report using the Side Bar. ® Bring up a Metrosoft Report Window by selecting Report/Create from the menu, or by pressing Alt-R + C.
Page 162 Tabular: V/I Data Report The voltage/current RMS data tabular report shows the total number of RMS intervals recorded, number of periods combined to create the report, current date, and data recorded for each input for each RMS storage interval (typically minimum RMS, RMS, and maximum RMS), and voltage and current imbalance in time correlated columnar form.
Page 163 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE ® 6. Click the CREATE button on the upper left of the Metrosoft Report Window. The ® Metrosoft Report Window will then display your report. 7. To change the setup of your report once it is created, click the SETUP button in the ®...
Page 164 Tabular: Demand Data Report The demand data tabular report shows total demand intervals recorded, data recorded for each input pair for each demand interval (voltage, current, KW, KVAR, KVA, KWH, KVAH, true power factor, and displacement power factor) and totals for each demand parameter in a time correlated columnar form.
Page 165 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE A Tabular: Demand Data Report: AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 166 Out-of-Limits: Brief Report The brief out-of-limits report shows information on each input that had an exceedance event. This information includes the event start date and time, end date and time, duration, and readings on the input that went out-of-limits. This report also includes the total number of exceedances for the test, number of exceedances that occurred on each input.
Page 167 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Out-of-Limits: Detailed Report The detailed out-of-limits report includes detailed information on each out-of-limits event that occurred. This information includes, for each event, the limit value that was exceeded, which input went out-of-limits, start date and time of the event, end date and time of the event, event duration, min, RMS, and max values for each input during the event.
Page 168 Summary And Setup Report The Summary and Setup report contains summary information about all types of data contained in the test file. If data is present, the Summary and Setup report generates the following information: System Information Analyzer Setup Power Consumption Power Projections –...
Page 169 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Exceedance: V/I Data Report ® The user specifies upper and lower limits and then Metrosoft scans the recorded data and lists all occurrences in which the limits are exceeded. This information is presented in the same format as the tabular reports. Exceedance reports can be created for RMS data for both V/I tabular reports as well as Demand Tabular Reports.
Page 170 Setting up an Exceedance: V/I Data Report: AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 171 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Exceedance: Demand Data Report ® The user specifies upper and lower limits and then Metrosoft scans the recorded data and lists all occurrences in which the limits are exceeded. This information is presented in the same format as the tabular reports. Exceedance reports can be created for both V/I Tabular data as well as Demand Tabular data.
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Page 173 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE THD Summary Report This report shows the date and time each event for harmonic analysis occurred, and the total harmonic distortion (THD) on each channel as a percent of the fundamental for the first cycle of each event. To Create a THD Summary Report, perform the following steps: ®...
Page 174 Weekly Energy Report This report shows the demand parameters selected for each hour for up to 1 week. It includes the average value of that parameter for every hour for up to 1 week, the average for each day, and minimum and maximum with time of occurrence for each day. This is useful for spotting problem areas, and immediately spotting where demand is excessive so changes can be made to reduce demand charges.
Page 175 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Total Demand Report This report shows KW, KVAR, KVA, KWH, KVARH, KVAH and power factor for totals only in a time correlated columnar format. To Create a Total Demand Report, perform the following steps: ® 1.
Page 176 Event Analysis This report displays the percentage of time the RMS Voltage/Current was within or outside the user programmed limits. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 177 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Short Term Flicker This report displays the short term (Pst) flicker values recorded during the test. Long Term Flicker This report displays the long term (Plt) flicker values recorded during the test. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 178: Side Bar
The side bar has two tabs. Clicking on the tab brings up a listing of the files under the category the tab represents. The Data tab lists data files in the current data directory. The Setup tab displays Megger PA-9Series setup files stored in the current setup file directory.
Page 179: Edit File Information
® Each Metrosoft Data File can store additional information along with data retrieved from a Megger PA-9Series. This additional information is usually input during the data retrieval process. To edit information for an existing data file: 1. Select the data file whose information you wish to edit from the Side Bar.
Page 180: File Information
File Information The File Information Window is used to get a quick summary of the contents of a certain data file. The File Information Window consists of an upper display, which displays operator-entered fields and basic analyzer setup information, and the lower display, which displays summary information for each test in the file.
Page 181 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE File Name Description The file name includes a descriptor that indicates the units P/N, and the file type. (Whether the file is a setup or data file.) Example: PA9005-p9d = PA9 Data File PA9005.p9s = PA9 Setup File AVTMP9P Rev.
Page 182: Harmonic Analysis
Harmonic Analysis ® Metrosoft MegPa9IEC can produce detailed Harmonic Analysis views for data files that contain Waveform Captures. See Programming the Analyzer for instructions for programming the PA9Series to record harmonic event data. ® The Metrosoft Harmonic Analysis Chart works in a similar manner to the other Charts. The Harmonic Analysis chart consists of two parts, the Setup Screen, and the View Screen.
Page 183 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Select Input The input for which the user wishes to view data is selected by using the drop down list box positioned immediately to the left of the Full View button. Select Event and Cycle The user can also select a harmonic event for further analysis by using the controls at the top of the Harmonic Analysis View.
Page 184 Event trigger reason (Time or Exceedance) Time, Input, Cycle Cycle Waveform chart Harmonic Distortion Data and either a. Harmonic Contribution Table, or b. Harmonic Contribution Bar Chart, which are user-selectable by checking or un-checking the Show Bar Chart menu item in the Chart menu.
Page 185 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Harmonic Contribution Bar Chart Print Out the Chart To print your chart, select PRINT from the File menu. Return to Setup View To return to the Setup View, click the SETUP button in the upper left corner of the Harmonic View Window.
Page 186: En50160 Report
The EN50160 report shall be displayed in the REPORT TYPE field providing the following requirements are met. 1. The unit is a PA-9 Series. 2. The firmware version of the unit is 5.0 or greater. 3. The default frequency of the unit was at 50Hz.
Page 187 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE Example Report Report printed on 10/20/2003 at 12:36:14 File Name good test.i9d Test Number Test Start 08/05/2003 at 07:45:08 Test End 08/05/2003 at 10:00:13 Customer/Department Account/Meter Number Address 1 Address 2 City, State, Zip Phone Number Comment 1 Comment 2 Frequency...
Page 188: Pa-9 Series Modem Configuration
PA-9 Series Modem Operation Follow the step by step procedure to establish communications with your unit, load a setup file, view and download the desired data from the PA-9 Series unit. 1. Enter the Ethernet Location a. Click on CONFIG b.
Page 189 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE d. For Wireless Modem: Input CUSTOMER / DEPARTMENT and INTERNET NUMBER (These are the two mandatory field. The other fields are optional. See “Placing a unit in Polling Mode” for information on Scheduling field) For Analog Modem: Input PHONE NUMBER. e.
Page 190 3. Establishing Communications – This section informs you how to establish communications with the PA-9 Series units in your Directory Database. a. Click on CONFIG b. Click on COMMUNICATIONS c. For Wireless Modem: Select USE NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS the click APPLY then OK.
Page 191 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE f. Select the desired PA-9 Series unit from the directory database and then click OK. (The PC should now establish communications with the PA-9 Series unit.) 4. Loading a Setup File – This section will instruct you on how to install a pre- made custom or default setup file into a PA-9 Series unit remotely.
Page 192 Select the desired setup file and click OPEN. (The PC will now load the setup file into the PA-9 Series unit) NOTE: If the unit contains recorded data or is recording the software will prompt you to stop the recording and erase the data before the setup file will load.
Page 193 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE c. Verify the following parameters on the remote screen. i. Verify the Date / Time is correct. ii. Verify the Active Setup is correct (NOTE: Only the first 8 characters of the name will be displayed.) iii.
Page 194 a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on REMOTE CONTROL (The remote screen will then open) c. Click on START (The unit will now start recording data) AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 195 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 7. Stopping a Recording a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on REMOTE CONTROL (The remote screen will then open) c. Click on STOP (The unit will now stop recording data) AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 196 8. Viewing Data in the Unit a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on TEST LOG c. Select the desired test record d. This screen will allow you to view the following data as either a chart or a report depending on your selection. i.
Page 197 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 9. Retrieving Data from the Unit a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on TEST LOG c. Click on RETRIEVE DATA d. Select desired test to download. e. Select desired data fields to download. f. Fill in desired File Information (Optional) g.
Page 198 NOTE: In case of communications problems repeat step 9 but disable the High Speed Retrieval selection. AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 199 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 10. Placing a unit in Polling Mode – The polling mode will setup the PC such that it will call the unit periodically and stop the recording and download the data. In order to accomplish this you must first setup the calling interval as follows. a.
Page 200 NOTE: In order to utilize this feature the PA-9 Series must be programmed to send out an E-mail. To do this please see the Creating a Setup File section of this manual. After the setup file is created and loaded into the unit the place the unit in the desired location.
Page 201 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE a. Establish communications and start recording by following the steps in sections 1-6 of the Series modem section. b. There is no need to open a unit event log as is done with a standard modem.
Page 202 13. Clearing the setup file from the unit a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on REMOTE CONTROL (The remote screen will then open) c. Click on SETTINGS d. Select the desired Setup file to be deleted. e. Click on DELETE. NOTE: DELETE ALL will delete all the setup files except the default setup file and the active setup file.
Page 203 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 14. Activating a new Setup File a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on REMOTE CONTROL (The remote screen will then open) c. Click on SETTINGS d. Select the desired Setup file to activate. e. Click on ACTIVATE NOTE: The data must be cleared in the unit to activate a new setup file.
Page 204 15. Updating the time in the unit a. Click on ANALYZER b. Click on REMOTE CONTROL (The remote screen will then open) c. Click on SETTINGS d. Click on SET DATE / TIME AVTMP9P Rev. I January 2009...
Page 205 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE 16. Setting a Password – A password can be placed into the PA-9 Series unit. This password will not allow the recorded data in the unit to be cleared until the password is entered. a. Click on ANALYZER b.
Page 206 “0000”. This is the equivalent of no password. 17. Setting a Voltage Divisor – If the PA-9 Series is connected to the primary side of a transformer you can view both the primary and secondary voltages, by entering a voltage divisor.
Page 207 MegPa9IEC SOFTWARE and MODEM SOFTWARE e. Input the desired voltage divisor value. It should equal the ratio of the transformer. Then click OK. f. Now go to the remote screen and you will be able to view both voltage values. AVTMP9P Rev.
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