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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Safety WARNING Warnings refer to the risk of serious injury or death! Read and understand the following safety information before entering the substation. • Do not use the equipment if it is damaged, or its safety is impaired in any way.
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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com PD Detector Pro Touchscreen Ultrasonic Sensor TEV Sensor Multi-Sensor Port Left Context Button (Hold: Power ON / OFF) Middle Context Button Right Context Button USB-C Port Headphone Socket IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Kit List The PD Detector Pro kit includes: • 1 x PD Detector Pro • 1 x Peli™ carry case • 1 x USB-C charger • 1 x PD-FT function tester • 1 x Wired headphones •...
PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Getting Started Using the PD-FT 29 dB TEV Mode Ultrasonic Mode CAUTION The PD-FT is NOT a calibration tool. The PD-FT only checks the functionality of the sensors. IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Measuring PD Activity 3.2.1 Changing Display Press the middle icon/button to cycle between displays. Level Live PRPD Heatmap IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com 3.2.2 Change Sensor Press the left icon/button to switch between TEV and Ultrasonic Sensor. TEV Mode Ultrasonic Mode IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
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Tap again to resume measurement. Switching sensor or switching display mode will also resume measurement. 3.2.4 PD Noise Algorithm The PD Detector Pro has a noise filtering algorithm which removes noise signals from the live and heatmap displays. Algorithm Algorithm Enabled Disabled This can be enabled/disabled in the options menu.
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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com TEV Measurement Set the PD Detector Pro to TEV Mode. Place sensor head against the switchgear panel. Ultrasonic Measurement Set the PD Detector Pro to Ultrasonic Mode. Point the sensor head through panel gaps, vents, or any direct air path to the high voltage stress points.
PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Saving Measurements Press the “Save” Icon to record measurement data with three options: “Save Screenshot” – saves copy of the screen as a PNG file. “Save Data” – saves the recorded levels as an entry in a CSV file.
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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Download Saved Data Connect the PD Detector Pro to a computer using the USB-C cable. Go to options, settings, and select “Data Download”. IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
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PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Use the File Explorer on the computer to view the CSV measurements and PNG screenshots. NOTICE Press the “Back” arrow on the PD Detector Pro before disconnecting from the computer. IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
PD Detector Pro Quick Start Guide www.ipecuk.com Specifications For the PD Detector Pro Specifications and other information, please scan the QR code or contact sales@ipecuk.com. IPEC-PDDP-QSG-1-0...
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IPEC Limited Carrington House, 39 Carrington Field Street Stockport, Manchester, SK1 3JN, United Kingdom Tel: +44(0)161 226 0045 Email: sales@ipecuk.com Website: www.ipecuk.com...
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