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Wavecom TnP-500 User Manual

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TnP-500
Portable Appliance Test and Print Kit
User Manual
+ Certificate of Warranty and Product Support Information

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  • Page 1 Wavecom TnP-500 Portable Appliance Test and Print Kit User Manual + Certificate of Warranty and Product Support Information...
  • Page 2 24 months of the date of purchase. The Manufacturer (Wavecom Instruments Pty. Ltd.) warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, the Manufacturer will repair (or at its option replace at no charge) the product that proves to be defective.
  • Page 3 At Wavecom we take great pride in our customer service and support. We provide assistance, troubleshooting and support over the phone, via Skype or Facetime, via email or in person to help you get the most from your Wavecom Portable Appliance Tester. To be eligible for our support services you must register your product.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    WinPATS Premium Operating the TnP-500 Powering on the Tester Options Menu Using your TnP-500 with WinPATS Premium PC Software Using your TnP-500 with WinPATS Pro Android App Using the TnP-500 Operating System TnP-500 Testing Menu – Main Menu A TnP-500 Testing Menu – Main Menu B Meter Mode ®...

  • Page 5: Important Information

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Rear Cover Tester Serial & Purchase Information Important Information • TnP-500 Integrated Appliance Tester • Shockproof Industrial Case (IP67 Rated) • Wavecom Thermal Transfer Printer • 1 Roll (500) of White Labels • Barcode Scanner •...

  • Page 6: Precautions

    From time to time an appliance may cause an internal fuse within your TnP-500 to break. When this occurs you will need to replace the fuse. If you prefer you can return your tester to Wavecom and we can replace the fuse...

  • Page 7: Winpats Premium

    Wavecom LED Indicators Your TnP-500 checks the polarity and connectivity of the mains supply power and displays this information via the LED Indicators. Each LED represents a comparison of the voltages between the Neutral to Earth, Active to Earth, and Active to Neutral respectively.

  • Page 8: Operating The Tnp-500

    To start your TnP-500 in Tester mode, which only allows you to conduct tests without saving results, press and hold F3 while turning your TnP-500 on. Your TnP-500 will also start in Tester mode if no peripherals (such as the keyboard, barcode scanner and printer) are connected.

  • Page 9: Using Your Tnp-500 With Winpats Pro Android App

    Tablet > USB-OTG > USB-A to USB B Cable > USB B port of your TnP-500 (located inside the storage compartment under the keyboard). See diagram below.
  • Page 10 Socket, and on the rear cover of this booklet). You may now be prompted to pair your two devices using a PIN code. If so, your TnP-500 will display a code on the screen. Enter this code into WinPATS and tap OK. You will be asked to confirm the connection - tap Confirm after checking the details are correct.
  • Page 11 Connecting via USB You can also connect to your TnP-500 via USB if needed. Follow the following diagrams to connect your TnP-500 to your tablet or PC, with or without your printer. Please note that you need to connect your printer in addition to your TnP-500 as shown.

  • Page 12: Using The Tnp-500 Operating System

    Wavecom Using the TnP-500 The TnP-500 has a basic operating system that allows you to store User information, Sites and Items, as well as access this information to retest Items, and export this data via our WinPATS Premium software. Adding a Site To save items and test results, you will need at The TnT can hold up to 16 sites.
  • Page 13 TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Adding an Item Type in the new barcode or press F3 quickly to auto generate a barcode number. Once a barcode has been specified, items can be entered. If the screen displays “search barcode” press Enter to switch to new barcode. There must be no numbers entered in to switch between the two modes.
  • Page 14 TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Barcode Generation The TnT incorporates an auto generate barcode function which allows barcodes to be generated sequentially after a barcode has been specified, for example: the specified barcode is 1000 so the next barcode to be generated will be 1001, 1002, 1003 etc. This can be accessed by holding F3 for 2 seconds on the Barcode Entry screen.
  • Page 15 TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Retesting Items Type in or scan the barcode number to be searched and press enter. If the screen displays new barcode press Enter to switch over. The screen can only be switched if there is no entry.

  • Page 16: Tnp-500 Testing Menu - Main Menu A

    2. Plug device into appliance test socket. 3. Plug the IEC Clamp Cable into the IEC socket of the TnP-500 4. Connect earth clip to any exposed metal on the device. If this is not possible, you can use a metal mesh braid to establish an earth connection (sold separately) 5.
  • Page 17 2. Inspect the compliance plate to ensure the appliance is a Class 2 appliance. Look for the double insulated symbol, seen here. 3. Plug the appliance into the appliance test socket of the TnP-500 4. Navigate to Main Menu A, then Press the F2 key to begin the test 5.

  • Page 18: Tnp-500 Testing Menu - Main Menu B

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom TnP-500 Testing Menu – Main Menu B Use the Enter button to switch between Menu A and Menu B. All tests on Menu B require a Mains Power source. Power Test - Menu B – F1 The Power Test is for the purposes of monitoring and performance of equipment.
  • Page 19 3. Plug the appliance into the Appliance Test Socket of the TnP-500 4. If testing a Class 1 Appliance, plug the IEC Clamp Cable into the IEC socket of the TnP-500, then clamp it onto earthed metal on the appliance 5.
  • Page 20 To avoid tripping large areas in the work place monitored by the switchboard RCD it is suggested that an Isolation Transformer be used. Wavecom offer an Isolation Transformer, designed specifically for the purposes of field RCD tripping. Do not use these transformers for any other purpose. Rated 240VAC In, 240VAC Out @ 30VA.
  • Page 21 Once 0mA limit is reached the value will then loop over and start again from 500mA. Enter - Sets the selected current for the next trip time test. The TnP-500 will then return to the current trip time test screen.
  • Page 22 3. Press F2 to select your RCD Type, and turn Portable RCD testing on or off 4. Press F3 to begin the test - the TnP-500 will increase the current to the RCD until it trips, displaying the current on screen.

  • Page 23: Meter Mode

    1. Conduct a visual inspection, and inspect the compliance plate to determine the expected results 2. Plug in the appliance to the appliance test socket on your TnP-500. 3. Ensure the appliance is safely located and secured, as it will be powered during this test.

  • Page 24: Specifications

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom TnP-500 Specifications Mains Supply Test Checks Polarity and continuity of mains supply by LED indicators (A-N, A-E, and N-E). (Flashing red LED indicates test fail) Class 1 Earthed Appliance Appliance Check: Ensures appliance is plugged in and turned on.

  • Page 25: Technical Information

    Visual Inspection Visual inspection has to be done before any other test is carried out using any of the range of TnP-500 appliance testers. The visual inspection is carried out to ensure there are no physical faults with the appliance before testing.

  • Page 26: Class 2 (Double Insulated) Construction

    Testing of Electrical Equipment Many testing personnel have some reservations in testing sensitive electronic equipment using a 500V DC insulation test. There is a perceived fear of causing internal damage from over voltage. With the TnP-500 these concerns are alleviated.

  • Page 27: Leakage Test

    The Earth Bond test duration can be controlled by the user by pushing the ENTER button during the test. This will extent the test time by 30 seconds. The TnP-500 will then add 30 seconds to the test time for each additional time you press ENTER.

  • Page 28: Integrated Tests

    This test function ensures that the appliance is plugged into the TnP-500 and that it is switched on. If the device is not plugged in and the TnP-500 detects that no device is present, and prompts the user to plug in an appliance to continue the test or press ‘QUIT’...

  • Page 29: Wavecom Thermal Transfer Printer

    Wavecom Thermal Transfer Printer Your TnP-500 comes with an integrated Thermal Transfer Printer - the TT-040-50. The TnP-500 printer is ready and fully set up to use out of the box. We can also provide logo artwork for fully customised tags.

  • Page 30: Loading The Media

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Loading the media Loading media into the TT-040-50 Printer is quick and easy. To begin, open the printer top cover by pulling the tabs located on each side towards the front of the printer, and then lift the top cover to the maximum open angle.

  • Page 31: Loading The Printing Ribbon

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Loading the Ribbon You need to remove the old ribbon (which will be spooled under the top cover shown in step 1) before loading a new ribbon. To remove this ribbon, simply hold the ribbon roll and move it to the right (away from the blue gear).

  • Page 32: Led And Button Functions

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom LED and Button Functions This printer has one button and one three-colour LED indicator. By indicating the LED with different colour and pressing the button, printer can feed labels, pause the printing job, select and calibrate the media sensor, print printer self-test report, reset printer to defaults (initialization).

  • Page 33: Gap/Black Mark Sensor Calibration

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Gap/Black Mark Sensor Calibration Gap/black mark sensor sensitivity should be calibrated in the following circumstances: 1. A brand new printer 2. Change label stock 3. Printer initialization Please follow the steps below to calibrate the gap/black mark sensor.

  • Page 34: Dump Mode

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Dump mode Printer will enter dump mode after printing printer configuration. In the dump mode, all characters will be printed in 2 columns as following. The left side characters are received from your system and right side data are the corresponding hexadecimal value of the characters.

  • Page 35: Set Black Mark Sensor As Media Sensor And Calibrate The Black Mark Sensor

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Set Black Mark Sensor as Media Sensor and Calibrate the Black Mark Sensor 1. Turn off the power switch. 2. Hold on the button then turn on the power switch. 3. Release the button when LED turns green/amber after 5 green flashes. (Any green/amber will do during the 5 flashes).
  • Page 36 TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Print Problems Problem Possible Cause Recovery Procedure Check if interface cable is well Re-connect cable to interface. connected to the interface connector. The serial port cable pin configuration Please replace the cable with pin to pin connected.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    TnP-500 User Manual Wavecom Maintenance This session presents the clean tools and methods to maintain your printer. Please use one of following material to clean the printer. • Cotton swab (Head cleaner pen) • Lint-free cloth • Vacuum / Blower brush •...

  • Page 38: Wavecom Tags & Ribbons

    Colour Options: (W) White, (R) Red, (BL) Blue, (G) Green, (O) Orange, (Y) Yellow, (BR) Burgundy Wavecom Printing Ribbon In support of the Wavecom Tags we offer two grades of ribbons for printing electrical test tags. Our standard ribbon (WCM-Ribbon) is recommended for locations where the printed tag is not exposed to harsh outdoor conditions, such as offices and factories.

  • Page 39: Other Information

    At the time of developing this manual, all care and consideration for accuracy has been implemented. Wavecom accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions in this document. This is partly based on the fact that Electronics & Electrical testing and specifications worldwide are constantly changing and that Local, State and National Regulatory Authorities may also have differing or additional requirements.
  • Page 40 WinPATS Android App Discount Coupon (Valid for one use only) Purchase Information Date of Purchase Sold By The TnP-500 is proudly designed and manufactured in Australia by Wavecom. Wavecom SA Wavecom WA Wavecom VIC 257 Grange Road, Unit 2/17 Casino Street,...

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