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If no warranty period is specified below and signed by an authorized DISTRIBUTOR of TESCO, the warranty period shall be one (1) year. In no event shall this warranty remain in effect for more than the stated warranty period plus two (2) months after the date of shipment.
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The warranty set forth herein shall NOT be effective unless: 1. Notice of defect is given to TESCO by phone, fax, email, or mail as soon as the defect is discovered. 2. Notice of defect contains the following information: PRODUCT serial number, PRODUCT model number, date of original installation, and an accurate and complete description of the defect including the exact circumstances leading to the defect.
3.0 DMS-2199 & MQB FUNCTIONALITIES ................11 3.1 Introduction ........................12 3.2 Front Panel Features ....................12 3.2.1 DMS-2199 / MQB Front Panel ....................... 12 3.2.2 MQB Full Front Panel ..........................13 3.2.3 DMS-2199 / MQB Navigation Keys ......................13 3.3 The Graphical User Interface (GUI) .................
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3.3.2 MAIN MENU ............................14 3.3.3 MANUAL TEST ........................... 15 3.3.4 SINGLE TEST SETUP ........................... 18 3.3.5 TEST SELECTION ..........................18 3.3.6 SEQUENCE TESTING .......................... 19 3.3.7 PLC TEST ............................20 3.3.8 DISCONNECT TEST ..........................20 3.3.9 TIME & USER INFORMATION ......................21 3.3.10 SYSTEM INFORMATION ........................
Aside from a desktop version, the Meter Qualification Boards can be banked together to provide any number of sockets required. Disconnect testing is a standard on all TESCO MQBs and each socket position is designed to accommodate any meter form requested.
INTRODUCTION WARNING To avoid electrical shock, personal injury, or fire hazard: • The device must NOT be switched on if it is damaged or suspected to be faulty. • Do not operate the device in wet, condensing, or dusty conditions, or if exposed to explosive gas.
DMS-2199: 30-480V RMS, 680V PK ▪ MQB: 60-480V RMS, 680V PK o Current Drive: ▪ DMS-2199: 0.01A to 50A RMS, 75A PK ▪ MQB: 0.001A to 50A RMS, 75A PK o Arbitrary harmonically defined waveforms o Automatic Generation of all ANSI C12.20-2016 waveforms •...
±1.0 % Current Measurement Accuracy 1.8 About this Operations Manual This manual provides complete information for installing and operating the Instrument. This document instructs the user on the following operations of the DMS-2199 and MQB products: ▪ Installation ▪ Front Panel Features ▪...
A packing list is included in the packaging. When you unpack the Instrument, check for all the standard equipment listed and check the shipping order for any additional items ordered. Report any shortage to the place of purchase, to your distributor, or directly to TESCO. 2.3 Setup, Airflow and Cooling Considerations 2.3.1 Setup and Placement...
OPERATIONS MANUAL Take note of the Instrument’s airflow as seen in the illustration. This is applicable for benchtop setup for the DTS-2199 and the regular setup for the MQB. Please allow enough airspace on the side with at least half a meter for an effective airflow. CAUTION Damage caused by overheating may occur if the area around the air intake is restricted, too warm, or interfered, or if the air filter becomes clogged.
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INSTALLATION Power Switch 5A Fuse in L1 & L2 individually 3-prong Single Phase 120V AC Line DTS-2199 Rear Panel Power Inlet Port Power Switch MQB-12 Rear Panel MQB-12 Front Panel WARNING The Instrument should only be plugged to an AC outlet with a 90 – 120V voltage range to avoid damaging the Instrument.
OPERATIONS MANUAL 2.5 Utility Meter Insertion Consideration The electric meter socket requires zero insertion force WARNING to mount a meter as well as to dismount it upon pressing the meter release button. When mounting a meter, the Instrument must be switched OFF – or not performing a test –...
3.2 Front Panel Features Front panel features (including all controls, displays, indicators, and terminals) are shown in Figure 3.2.1a for DMS-2199 and Figure 3.2.2a for MQB-12. Each front panel feature is briefly described in Table 3.2.1 and Table 3.2.2. 3.2.1 DMS-2199 / MQB Front Panel...
2 slaves, thus having the model number of “12”. The model number changes based on the number of masters and slaves installed. Figure 3.2.2a MQB-12 Front Panel 3.2.3 DMS-2199 / MQB Navigation Keys Symbol Description Functions any of the following: •...
3.3.1 Graphical User Interface (GUI) Screens The user interface is divided into three sections. NUMBER DESCRIPTION Screen Title Screen Data Function Buttons Table 3.3.1. DMS-2199 & MQB GUI Sections 3.3.2 MAIN MENU SCREEN DESCRIPTION +1 215 228 0500 tescometering.com support@tescometering.com...
OPERATIONS MANUAL 3.3.2.1 MAIN MENU The MAIN MENU screen consists of the following function buttons: MANUAL, TESTS, & SETUP. Press arrow keys to navigate through the main menu or directly press the function keys. KEYPAD & FUNCTION KEYS: Press to open the DRIVE SETUP screen Press to open the TEST SELECTION screen Press to...
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FUNCTIONALITIES 3.3.3.1 DRIVE SETUP MANUAL TEST DRIVE SETUP is for manual setup of the waveform generator. Once manual setup is configured to desired test, run a single test by pressing the UNIT TEST button. NOTE: Master and slave must operate together using the same form and test conditions.
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FUNCTIONALITIES SCREEN DESCRIPTION 3.3.3.3 TEMPERATURES TEMPERATURES This screen displays temperatures of internal circuit boards. FUNCTION KEYS BACK Press to return to the DRIVE ACTIVE screen 3.3.3.4 METER INFO SOCKET UNIT TEST / METER INFO This screen allows the user to create a new meter info. NOTE: Data entry is available only when meter is inserted in socket.
OPERATIONS MANUAL 3.3.4 SINGLE TEST SETUP SCREEN DESCRIPTION 3.3.4.1 SINGLE TEST SETUP SINGLE TEST SETUP This enables the configuration of the desired single test to be conducted. FUNCTION KEYS VOLTAGE ON Press to enable service voltage to the socket Press to align optical pickup. Refer to §3.4 for PULSE ALIGN additional information on this feature METER INFO...
OPERATIONS MANUAL 3.3.6 SEQUENCE TESTING SCREEN DESCRIPTION 3.3.6.1 SEQUENCE SETUP METER SOCKET INFO This enables the selection of the desired sequence to be conducted for the test. KEYPAD & FUNCTION KEYS Press to enable service voltage to the VOLTAGE ON socket.
FUNCTIONALITIES 3.3.7 PLC TEST SCREEN DESCRIPTION 3.3.7.1 PLC TEST PLC TEST PLC or Power Line Carrier test is for testing wired communication systems such as TWACS, etc. KEYPAD & FUNCTION KEYS Press to enable service voltage only to VOLTAGE ON socket Press to enable service voltage and load LOAD ON...
The beeper will sound with every pulse detected by the optical pickup USER INFORMATION 3.3.9.3 USER INFORMATION The default user name is “Tesco.” This can only be updated through TMA software. KEYPAD & FUNCTION KEYS: BACK Press to return to the previous screen...
OPERATIONS MANUAL 3.3.10 SYSTEM INFORMATION SCREEN DESCRIPTION 3.3.10.1 SYSTEM INFORMATION SYSTEM INFORMATION displays information about the hardware SYSTEM INFORMATION configurations, firmware revision levels, and network configuration. SYSTEM INFORMATION TAB KEYPAD &FUNCTION KEYS NEXT Press to open MODULE tab Press to open the NETWORK SETUP dialog NETWORK DATA PRODUCT...
OPERATIONS MANUAL 3.3.11 NETWORK SETUP SCREEN DESCRIPTION NETWORK SETUP 3.3.11.1 NETWORK SETUP Display and edit required network settings. KEYPAD & FUNCTION KEYS Press to save desired configuration and APPLY close network dialogue box. CANCEL Press to return to previous screen. Press to enter current parameter without ENTER closing dialogue box.
REMOTE OPERATIONS 4.1 Introduction This chapter provides instructions on how to remotely operate DMS-2199, conduct test, and manage information using Test Manager Application (TMA). 4.2 Installation In the installation, only TMA_Setup.exe is needed. Please refer to Section §1.2 in the TMA Operations Manual for instructions.
OPERATIONS MANUAL 4.4.2 TEST SCREEN DESCRIPTION TEST This is where the test is conducted. Results will also be displayed here as the test is being executed. For more details on the configurations for the test, please refer to the TMA Operations Manual section 2.3.6 TEST.
REMOTE OPERATIONS 4.4.5 TEST SEQUENCE SCREEN DESCRIPTION TEST SEQUENCE This is used to configure test sequences. It allows creating, copying, and deleting test sequences, as well as setting up complex test scenarios that can be run on the TEST panel. For more details on test sequence configuration, please refer to the TMA Operations Manual section 2.3.9 TEST SEQUENCE TAB.
Cleaning the Instrument External Surface 5.2 Replacing the Fuse The power fuses are accessible from equipment’s rear panel. See Figure 5.2. Figure 5.2 DMS-2199 Fuse Location WARNING To avoid electrical shock or personal injury, ensure that the Instrument is switched off and disconnected by removing the line power cord from the power input socket before attempting to access the power fuse.
Table 5.2. Recommended Fuse Replacement 5.3 Cleaning the Air Filters The fan air filters are accessible from the left-side front of DMS-2199. See Figure 5.3a. CAUTION Damage caused by overheating may occur if the area around the fan is restricted, the intake air is too warm, or the air filter is clogged.
6. Reinstall the retainer in the fan guard. The retainer is snapped on the four sides for the fan guard. Figure 5.3b: DMS-2199 Fan Filter Assembly 5.4 Cleaning the Instrument External Surface Clean the exterior of the instrument using a soft cloth slightly dampened with either water or a non-abrasive mild cleaning solution that is not harmful to plastics.
OPERATIONS MANUAL 6.1 Single Test SCREEN STEPS 1. From the MAIN MENU, press to access MANUAL TEST. 2. Configure the Drive Setup. Once everything is set, press to access METER INFO. SOCKET. 3. Enter the meter’s details and press to proceed with the SINGLE TEST SETUP.
OPERATIONS MANUAL 6.3 Disconnect Test SCREEN STEPS a. From the MAIN MENU, press to access TEST SELECTION. b. Press to enter DISCONNECT TEST. DISCONNECT DISCONNECT TEST TEST c. Press to enable service voltage to socket. JAW 2 JAW 4 JAW 2 JAW 4 d.
ADD TEXT HERE 7.3 Software 1. How can I obtain the firmware update file? You can directly contact TESCO through phone or email. For the contact details, see Section 1.2 Contacting TESCO, page 2. 2. When should I update the software? ADD TEXT HERE 3.
OPERATIONS MANUAL Troubleshooting 1. No Power-Check Make sure the power cord is plugged into the outlet. Check the power outlet, fuse, or circuit breaker. 2. Test won't be able to proceed. Check if correct meter form is selected. tescometering.com +1 215 228 0500 support@tescometering.com...
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