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xTable of Contents, ContinuedCHAPTER 4 - Instrument SettingsOverview ...

5-22Site Name/Memory Card, continuedData card operation (continued)Writing setup template to data cardSaving setups template means writing current con

5-23CH 5/ Start MenuGuidelines on file data transferThe PowerVisa treats the Compact Flash card like a hard disk storing files in DOS format. For succ

5-24OverviewSection CMonitor Same CircuitOverviewIntroductionMenu options for monitoring become available only after setting up the instrument or from

5-25CH 5/ Start MenuTurning Monitoring On/OffStart/Stop monitoringFollow these steps to start and end monitoring.Continued on next pageAction... Resul

5-26Turning Monitoring On/Off, continuedStart/Stop monitoring (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 2: While the instrument is acti

5-27CH 5/ Start MenuStart/Stop monitoring (continued)Action... Result...STEP 4: When monitoring ends, the message MONITORING STATUS: DONE appears on s

5-28Monitoring at a Specified Time and DateMonitoring at a Specified Time and DateSchedule monitoringFollow these steps to set monitoring at a specifi

5-29CH 5/ Start MenuMonitoring using start & end timeYou can specify the date and time when the unit will begin and end monitoring.Continued on ne

5-30Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date, continuedMonitoring using start & end time (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 2

5-31CH 5/ Start MenuMonitoring using start & end time (continued)Action... Result...STEP 3: The screen will display the new settings once the moni

xiTable of Contents, ContinuedRMS Variation Limit...

5-32Monitoring at a Specified Time and Date, continuedMonitoring at scheduled intervalsYou can specify the date and time when the unit will begin moni

5-33CH 5/ Start MenuModify Trigger Parameters and IntervalsAdvanced setupsThe Modify Trigger Parameters and Intervals screen allows users to turn on a

5-34OverviewSection DLoad Setup Template from CardOverviewIntroductionThe PowerVisa enables users to load saved setup template files (.set) from the d

5-35CH 5/ Start MenuSection ELoad Data from CardOverviewIntroductionData files (.ddb) consist of events that are saved to the data card while monitori

5-36Card Error MessagesCard Error MessagesError messagesThe following error messages may be displayed.Error Message DescriptionCard not inserted No da

6-1CHAPTER 6Advanced Setup OptionsOverviewIntroductionThis chapter describes the options available to users with applications that require advanced se

6-2Advanced Options MenuAdvanced Options MenuAdvanced menu settingsAdvanced Options lists the threshold parameters available for review or modificatio

6-3CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsTransient LimitTransient detectionDranetz-BMI instruments label rms voltage or current variations as either sags (volta

6-4 Transient Limit, continuedProcedure to record transient disturbancePowerVisa uses three different algorithms to detect and record transients:• Pea

6-5CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsProcedure to record transient disturbance (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 2: PowerVisa shows t

xiiTable of Contents, ContinuedAPPENDIX A - Optional AccessoriesOverview ...

6-6 Transient Limit, continuedProcedure to record transient disturbance (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 3: PowerVisa allows u

6-7CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsProcedure to record transient disturbance (continued)Note on phase settingsPhase settings depend upon the wiring config

6-8RMS Variation LimitRMS Variation LimitRMS variation setup propertiesRMS stands for root mean square, a mathematical formula used to compute the equ

6-9CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsProcedure to record rms variationThe following parameters are required to define how an rms variation is triggered:• Lo

6-10RMS Variation Limit, continuedProcedure to record rms variation (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 2: Press the High limit,

6-11CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsProcedure to record rms variation (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 3: Users can define the num

6-12RMS Variation Limit, continuedProcedure to record rms variation (continued)NOTEThe number of pre-trigger cycles for waveform capture should be les

6-13CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsWaveform CaptureTrigger channel setupThe PowerVisa allows users to set the trigger channels/parameters for waveform ca

6-14Characterizer OptionsCharacterizer OptionsEvent characterizer setupEvents will be characterized according to the measurement standard selected und

6-15CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsJournal LimitJournal entry settingsPowerVisa allows power parameters to be trended using periodic readings that are st

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6-16Journal Limit, continuedSample journal parameter setupNOTERepeat the same procedure to set entries for other journal parameters.Action... Result..

6-17CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsJournal Parameter ListThe following parameters are available for trending under the Journal Limit Setup. Refer to Appe

6-18Journal Interval for Timed ReadingsJournal Interval for Timed ReadingsIntroductionThe Journal Interval screen allows users to define how often the

6-19CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsTimed settings menuThe intervals for timed readings are user programmable.Action... Result...STEP 1: From the Advanced

6-20EN50160 Power Quality EN50160 Power Quality (for strict EN50160 monitoring only)Advanced setup options for EN50160 EN50160 is a statistical analys

6-21CH 6/ Advanced Setup OptionsEN50160 optional settings (continued)Refer to Chapter 8 Reports for a detailed discussion of the EN50160 compliance ba

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7-1CHAPTER 7View Event DataOverviewTypes of data displayPowerVisa offers a graphical, information-packed, and easy to navigate display of event data.

7-2Overview, continuedDownloading and viewing data on a computerEvent files stored in data card can also be viewed on the computer. Insert the card to

7-3CH 7/ View Event DataView data using Events, Trend Follow these steps to display event data.In this chapterThis chapter covers the following topics

7-4OverviewSection AEventsOverviewWhat is displayed?The event screen displays actual voltage or current waveforms that occurred when a certain thresho

7-5CH 7/ View Event DataEvent Data DisplayEvent screenThe event screen will display an event activity graph, waveform detail, and buttons like Detail

7-6Event Activity GraphEvent Activity GraphEvent graph descriptionThe event graph is located on the top section of the event screen (see page 7-5). Fo

7-7CH 7/ View Event DataEvent ListEvent list descriptionEvent list presents a summary of all captured events in the order that they occurred. Each eve

7-8Event List, continuedView event list (continued)Follow these steps to access the event list. Note that event data is displayed only while monitorin

7-9CH 7/ View Event DataEvent DetailEvent details PowerVisa allows users to view events in graphic waveform/rms display. The Detail screen features zo

7-10Event DetailView event detail (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 2: Once the magnify button is pressed, a blue box showing t

7-11CH 7/ View Event DataView event detail (continued)Action... Result...STEP 3: The magnify buttons serve as zoom function keys, each of which featur

7-12Event Detail, continuedEvent text detail: Sag DirectivityPowerVisa is equipped with the algorithm that determines the origin of a 3-phase voltage

7-13CH 7/ View Event DataEvent text detail: Capacitor Switch AnalysisIn addition to determining directivity, PowerVisa is also able to detect if 3-pha

1-1CHAPTER 1Getting StartedOverviewPowerVisa descriptionThe Dranetz-BMI PowerVisaTM is a portable, hand-held, eight-channel power quality meter/monito

7-14Event OptionsEvent OptionsVoltage and Current channels to plotA time plot is a graph of the value of one parameter and channel over time. The Powe

7-15CH 7/ View Event DataView event optionsFollow these steps to access event Options.Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 1: From the event

7-16Event Options, continuedView event options (continued)Action... Result...STEP 2: Check the channels that you want to enable, uncheck those you wan

7-17CH 7/ View Event DataSection BTrendOverviewTrend categoriesPowerVisa is able to display statistical trends or plots for the following parameter ca

7-18Trend DisplayTrend DisplayWhat is displayed on a trend?A trend consists of the timed and threshold waveforms for the parameter on display.Users ha

7-19CH 7/ View Event DataTrend SetupTrend settingsFollow these steps to view data trends. The same procedure applies even when you select different jo

7-20Trend Setup, continuedTrend settings (continued)Action... Result...STEP 3: The Journal Categories allow users to select parameters/channels to tre

7-21CH 7/ View Event DataRMS settings The PowerVisa provides setup options to measure rms data per cycle or per second. The RMS Voltage and RMS Curren

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8-1CHAPTER 8ReportsOverviewReport types Users have the option to view QOS compliance reports in two ways: via EN50160 or Status. Each report has their

1-2Overview, continuedIn this chapterThe following topics are covered in this chapter.Topic See PageUnpacking the PowerVisa 1-3Standard Accessories 1-

8-2OverviewSection AEN50160OverviewWhat is EN50160?EN50160 is a European standard that stipulates the voltage characteristics that can be expected in

8-3CH 8/ ReportsEN50160 Measurement ParametersEN50160 parametersStatistical data is calculated based on the parameters required by EN50160 for determi

8-4EN50160 Measurement Parameters, continuedEN50160 parameters (continued)pumps, compressors, etc.) is used. Flickers display a cluster of bars, one f

8-5CH 8/ ReportsEN50160 Compliance LimitsCompliance limitsThe table below indicates the limit numbers or range of values required for each parameter t

8-6EN50160 Compliance Limits, continuedCompliance limits (continued)The table below indicates the limit numbers or range of values required for each p

8-7CH 8/ ReportsInterharmonic compliance limit valuesThe general approach of EN50160 is to express all voltage characteristics by reference to the nom

8-8Compliance Statistical Bar ChartCompliance Statistical Bar ChartChart descriptionThe Compliance Statistical bar chart displays the seven parameters

8-9CH 8/ ReportsView Compliance Statistics bar chart (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 1 (continued): • Press DISDIP to view th

8-10Compliance Statistical Bar Chart, continuedView Compliance Statistics bar chart (continued)NOTEMany instruments used for harmonic measurements of

8-11CH 8/ ReportsCompliance HistoryQOS Status SummaryEN50160 provides a historical summary of the QOS compliance evaluations made. The standard monito

1-3CH 1/ Getting StartedUnpacking the PowerVisaIntroductionFor maximum protection against possible shipping damage, the PowerVisa has been sealed in a

8-12Compliance History, continuedCompliance History table (continued)Evaluation Period: Displays the date and time of the beginning of the evaluation

8-13CH 8/ ReportsEvent SatisticsEN50160 DISDIPThe EN50160 DISDIP (distribution of dips) table is based upon the event statistics calculated by EN50160

8-14Event Statistics, continuedUNIPEDE DISDIP Statistics table (continued)The DISDIP table also includes those events of Transient type. Scroll down t

8-15CH 8/ ReportsMin/Max Table for Power Frequency and RMS VoltageMin/Max tableThe Min/Max table displays the minimum and maximum values for Power Fre

8-16OverviewSection BStatus Report in Annunciator Panel OverviewAnnunciator panelStatus summary for three report types - Standard PQ, EN50160, and Mot

8-17CH 8/ ReportsPanel Setup OptionsSetup options Press Options to select the Preset parameters and/or Panel Size to display. Presets provide a set of

8-18Panel Setup Options, continuedPreset parameters The table below shows the default parameters on display in the annunciator panel. Note however tha

8-19CH 8/ ReportsPanel OperationAnnunciator panel color schemeThe annunciator panel displays metered data for the selected parameter. The metered data

8-20Panel Operation, continuedParameter data plotThe following procedure describes how to view parameter details in the annunciator panel. Continued o

8-21CH 8/ ReportsParameter data plot (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...FOR EXAMPLE:Once View Graph is selected, coordinates for V RM

1-4Standard AccessoriesStandard AccessoriesStandard accessoriesThe following table lists the PowerVisa's standard accessories.Optional accessorie

8-22Panel Operation, continuedParameter data plot (continued)Action... Result...Once View Limits is selected, threshold values crossed that cause the

9-1CHAPTER 9Downloading EventsOverviewIn this chapter PowerVisa allows users to download, archive and view event data in a computer. This section disc

9-2External Communication InterfaceExternal Communication InterfaceIsolated Communications Module To download events from the PowerVisa through the op

9-3CH 9/ Downloading EventsConnection setup via RS232The following procedure and diagram describe how to connect the PowerVisa to a computer via RS232

9-4External Communication Interface, continuedConnection setup via USBThe following procedure and diagram describe how to connect the PowerVisa to a c

9-5CH 9/ Downloading EventsConnection setup via EthernetThe following procedure and diagram describe how to connect the PowerVisa to a computer via Et

9-6External Communication Interface, continuedConnection setup via ModemWhen configuring both the PowerVisa and NodeLink® for modem communications, ke

9-7CH 9/ Downloading EventsConnection setup via Modem (continued)NodeLink® uses Windows® TAPI when accessing modem communications resources. The assum

9-8External Communication Interface, continuedConnection setup via Modem (continued)Back at the PowerVisa, the last step in configuring the modem comm

9-9CH 9/ Downloading EventsModem initialization string command (continued)The following is the AT initialization string for a modem using the Agere (L

1-5CH 1/ Getting StartedPowerVisa Controls, Indicators, and ConnectorsDimensionsPowerVisa is a self-contained, portable instrument weighing less than

9-10Downloading Events via NodeLink®Downloading Events via NodeLink®NodeLink® applicationNodeLink® is a Windows®-based program enabling the user to do

9-11CH 9/ Downloading EventsViewing Events via DranView®DranView® with PowerVisa driverDranView® is an optional viewer and data analysis software. Dat

9-12DranView® with HASPDranView® with HASPDranView® system requirementsThe minimum system specifications for proper installation and operation of Dran

9-13CH 9/ Downloading EventsInstallation procedure (continued)STEP 2: There are two types of HASP available: one which can be keyed to the USBport and

9-14DranView® with HASP, continuedInstallation procedure (continued)The table below shows the HASP ID labels that go with the corresponding Dranetz-BM

A-1APPENDIX AOptional AccessoriesOverviewIntroductionThis appendix lists the optional accessories for PowerVisa. It covers the hardware accessories av

A-2Hardware Accessories List and DescriptionsHardware Accessories List & Descriptions Hardware Accessories ListContinued on next pageAccessory Par

A-3APPENDIX A/ Optional AccessoriesHardware Accessories List (continued)Continued on next pageAccessory Part NumberAC/DC Current ProbesAC/DC Current P

A-4Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions, continuedHardware Accessories List (continued)Accessory Part NumberMiscellaneous HardwareWeather Resi

A-5APPENDIX A/ Optional AccessoriesCurrent probes Several Dranetz-BMI current probes can be used with PowerVisa: models TR2500/A, TR2510/A, TR2520/A,

iiWARNINGDeath, serious injury, or fire hazard could result from improper connection of this instrument. Read and understand this manual before connec

1-6PowerVisa Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continuedTop and Side viewsThe top (circuit connection) view features the input voltage and current

A-6Hardware Accessories List & Descriptions, continuedData cardCompact Flash Data Card: The PowerVisa supports the use of Compact Flash cards in i

A-7APPENDIX A/ Optional AccessoriesDranetz-BMI reference publicationsField Handbook for Electrical Energy Management: This reference handbook provides

A-8Software Accessories ListSoftware Accessories ListAccessories ListAccessory Part NumberNodeLinkNodeLink® V2.5 or higher with download, setups and m

A-9APPENDIX A/ Optional AccessoriesNodeLink® and DranView® applicationsNodeLink® is an easy-to-use Windows® application that allows users to transfer,

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B-1APPENDIX BTechnical SpecificationsOverviewIn this appendixThe following specifications are covered in this appendix.Topic See PageGeneral B-2Interf

B-2GeneralGeneralDimensionsSize: 12” Width x 2.5” Height x 8” Depth (30 x 6.4 x 20.3 cm)Weight: 3.8 poundsEnvironmentalOperating: 0 to 50 °C (32 to 12

B-3APPENDIX B/ Technical SpecificationsInterfacesInstallation CategoriesMains supply: Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2Measurement inputs:

B-4Measured ParametersMeasured ParametersVoltageType: 4 full differential, DC coupledChannels A, B, C, D Input Range: 10 - 600 VrmsInput impedance: 16

B-5APPENDIX B/ Technical SpecificationsComputed ParametersSingle Channel ParametersThe computations below apply to single channel parameters. Note tha

1-7CH 1/ Getting StartedFront viewThe front view primarily shows the color touch screen LCD. See below for descriptions of the PowerVisa front panel.P

B-6Computed Parameters, continuedTrue Power FactorCalculated using the True Average Power divided by the Apparent Power. See Note below for sign infor

B-7APPENDIX B/ Technical SpecificationsTotalsThe computations below apply to three phase wye configuration. Totals for split phase can be determined b

B-8Computed Parameters, continuedTrue Power Factor, Arithmetic TotalSee Note on page B-7 for sign information.True Power Factor, Vector TotalSee Note

B-9APPENDIX B/ Technical SpecificationsParameter Settings in Each Monitoring ModeSetup parametersThe following table lists the default settings for th

B-10Parameter Settings in Each Monitoring Mode, continuedSetup parameters (continued)The following table lists the default settings for the threshold

B-11APPENDIX B/ Technical SpecificationsTR2500 Current ProbeGuidelinesTo achieve the rated accuracies, follow these guidelines:• The conductor must be

B-12TR2510 Current ProbeTR2510 Current ProbeGuidelinesTo achieve the rated accuracies, follow these guidelines:• The conductor must be at a right angl

C-1APPENDIX CBattery Specifications and Replacement ProcedureOverviewIntroductionThe internal battery pack used in PowerVisa functions as the primary

C-2Battery SpecificationsBattery SpecificationsBattery packLocation: Battery compartment on the rear of the unit.Number of batteries in pack: 6Type: S

C-3APPENDIX C/ Battery Specifications and Replacement ProcedureBattery Pack Safety PrecautionsWARNINGDO NOT intentionally short circuit the battery pa

1-8PowerVisa Controls, Indicators, and Connectors, continuedBottom viewThe bottom view features two slots. Either slot can be used to hold the data ca

C-4Battery Pack ReplacementBattery Pack ReplacementIntroductionThe PowerVisa contains an easily replaceable internal battery pack. See Appendix D for

C-5APPENDIX C/ Battery Specifications and Replacement ProcedureBattery removal diagram

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D-1APPENDIX DUser Replaceable Parts ListIntroductionThe following parts are easily replaced by the operator and do not require special tools or access

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E-1APPENDIX ECommon Circuit ConnectionsOverviewWho should read this sectionIf you are making power measurements, follow these diagrams so that your AB

E-2Overview, continuedAVERTISSEMENTSi l'instrument est mal connecté, la mort, des blessures graves, ou un danger d'incendie peuvent s'e

E-3APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit ConnectionsWARNINGTo avoid the risk of electric shock or burns, always connect the safety (or earth) ground before makin

E-4Overview, continuedVoltage and current connectionsThis section contains diagrams of both voltage and current probe connections that are required wh

E-5APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit ConnectionsVerifying Voltage and Current ConnectionsIntroductionCorrect voltage and current connection of single phase,

1-9CH 1/ Getting StartedRear viewThe rear view shows the battery compartment and the easel studs to mount the unit to desired angular position for use

E-6Verifying Voltage and Current Connections, continuedIncorrect current phasor diagramPhasor displays that show incorrect current probe connection ca

E-7APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit ConnectionsSingle PhaseIntroductionWhen making voltage connections to a single phase circuit use channel A differential

E-8Split PhaseSplit PhaseIntroductionWhen making split phase measurements, use both channels A and B for voltage and current connections. The neutral

E-9APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections3 Phase, Four Wire WyeIntroductionChannels A, B, and C are connected to voltage and current probes. The neutr

E-103 Phase (Floating or Grounded) Delta3 Phase (Floating or Grounded) DeltaIntroductionIn this power connection, the PowerVisa uses voltage channels

E-11APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections3 Phase 2-Watt DeltaIntroductionThe figure below shows the 3 Phase 2-Watt delta connection using phase chann

E-12Generic CircuitGeneric CircuitIntroductionIn the Generic circuit connection, the PowerVisa uses voltage channels A, B, C, and D as differential in

E-13APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit Connections2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel BIntroductionChannels A and C are connected to voltage. Current probes

E-142 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel C2 1/2 Element Without Voltage Channel CIntroductionChannels A and B are connected to voltage. Current probe

E-15APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit ConnectionsConnecting to a Potential TransformerSafety PrecautionsFollow the safety precautions listed on page E-3 when

1-10Upgrading Firmware from a Data CardUpgrading Firmware from a Data CardPowerVisa firmware web upgradeUsers can upgrade the PowerVisa internal progr

E-16Connecting to a Potential TransformerProcedureFollow these steps to connect voltage probes to a potential transformer. Scale factorThe scale facto

E-17APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit ConnectionsConnecting to a Current Transformer (CT)Safety precautionsThe following safety precautions apply to current

E-18Connecting to an Isolated Current TransformerConnecting to an Isolated Current Transformer (ISO)IntroductionLow current monitoring devices made by

E-19APPENDIX E/ Common Circuit ConnectionsConnections to ISO box (continued)When connecting to CTs, the X1 terminal is normally connected to the H1 te

E-20Connecting to an Isolated Current Transformer, continuedCAUTIONDO NOT exceed current limits of the ISO box.PRECAUCIONNO exceda los límites de corr

F-1APPENDIX FEvent ClassificationRange of Variations as per IEEE, IEC, and Dranetz-BMI Events characterization implemented in the PowerVisa adheres to

F-2Event Classification, continuedRange of Variations as per IEEE, IEC, and Dranetz-BMI (continued)Continued on next page IEEE 1159 IEC 61000-4-30(de

F-3APPENDIX F/ Event ClassificationRange of Variations as per IEEE, IEC, and Dranetz-BMI (continued) IEEE 1159 IEC 61000-4-30(deviations from IEEE 11

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G-1APPENDIX GPowerVisa Menu StructureMenu structure descriptionThe PowerVisa menu screen maps are shown in the following pages. Use the Level number a

1-11CH 1/ Getting StartedInstall data card to PowerVisaThe procedure below specifies how to install the data card containing the latest firmware upgra

PVISA001MARK151MARK201To Level 200To Level 150LEVEL 001Home ScreenMARK100PVISA491To Level 100/1MARK301 MARK221MARK241MARK431MARK501To Level 470To Leve

LEVEL 100/1Start Menu - Automatic SetupMARK101aMARK104MARK103aG-3MARK100To Level 001VISA123MARK104a

LEVEL 100/2(a)Start Menu - Wizard SetupMARK101MARK104MARK103MARK102MARK105 MARK105bMARK107MARK108MARK110cont. next pageTo Level 108G-4/aMARK100To Leve

GUIA111MARK112VISA115VISA113VISA114To Level 112LEVEL 100/2(b)Start Menu - Wizard SetupG-4/bMARK112bGUIA111bMARK109

MARK100LEVEL 100/3aStart Menu - Monitor Same CircuitMARK121PVISA122MARK123VISA123PVISA124MARK125aMARK136VISA141TO LEVEL 100/3bG-5/aMARK123b

VISA125VISA126monitoring turns on upon start time (see screen below)VISA127VISA129VISA131PVISA132PVISA122LEVEL 100/3bStart Menu - Monitor Same Circuit

LEVEL 100/4Start Menu - Load Setup Template from CardVISA138VISA140MARK100VISA139LEVEL 100/5 Start Menu - Load Data from CardMARK100G-6

LEVEL 150Instrument SettingsMARK151VISA152PVISA155MARK156MARK157MARK158MARK160MARK159G-7

LEVEL 108Circuit Type SelectionMARK108See Level 100/1MARK201MARK241To Level 200To Level 240MARK108aMARK108bMARK108cMARK108dMARK108eMARK108fMARK108gG-

MARK201LEVEL 200Scope ModeMARK202MARK205G-9

1-12PowerVisa FeaturesPowerVisa FeaturesTouch screen functionAll PowerVisa functions described below are operable using a color LCD touch screen techn

MARK301PGLEVEL 300/1Meter Mode - Standard MARK302PGMARK303PGMARK305PGMARK307PGMARK306PGMARK304PGG-10

LEVEL 300/2Meter Mode - Distortion MARK315PGMARK313PGMARK314PGMARK312PG MARK316PGMARK311PGG-11

MARK221LEVEL 220Harmonicsswitch channel displayswitch to V, I, or Wtoggle between graphical harmonics and list of harmonics toggle between Normalized

MARK241LEVEL 240Phasor DisplayMARK244run demo to show rotating phasor relative tosine wave graph of 4 Wire WyeMARK242MARK243switch demo between Resist

LEVEL 112_101Advanced Options -Transient LimitMARK112MARK112_101MARK112_102MARK112_104MARK112_105MARK112_106MARK112_107G-14

MARK112MARK112_201MARK112_202LEVEL 112_201Advanced Options -RMS Variation LimitMARK112_204MARK112_203MARK112_205 MARK112_206MARK112_209G-15

MARK112MARK112_207LEVEL 112_301Advanced Options -Waveform CaptureMARK112_208MARK112LEVEL 112_401Advanced Options -Characterizer OptionsMARK112_214G-16

LEVEL 112_501Advanced Options -Journal LimitMARK112MARK112_301pgMARK112_302bMARK112_311MARK112_312MARK112_313MARK112_314MARK112_315MARK112_331MARK112_

Level 112_601Advanced Options -Journal IntervalMARK112_401MARK112_402MARK112_403MARK112_404MARK112_405MARK112G-18

MARK112bLEVEL 112_701 Advanced Options -EN50160 OptionsMARK112cG-19

1-13CH 1/ Getting StartedMonitoring capacityThe PowerVisa can monitor the following power configurations:While monitoring any of the above configurati

LEVEL 400EventsMARK505bpgMARK506bpgMARK504MARK502bMARK503MARK506cpguse scroll bar or up/down arrow keys to sort through event list, then press to sele

MARK500LEVEL 401Event OptionsMARK511 MARK512MARK513press Clear to resetall checkboxespress Cancel toignore changes andreturn to original plotG-21

MARK431LEVEL 430TrendMARK432MARK437bMARK433PGMARK436MARK434MARK435MARK438MARK440MARK441MARK439MARK437G-22

MARK471LEVEL 470(a)Reports – EN50160MARK472MARK477MARK478MARK473MARK474MARK475until Harm #25return to Home screenMARK479MARK480MARK476PVISA491To Level

MARK609LEVEL 470(b)Reports – PQ StatusMARK602MARK613MARK603MARK433pgreturn to Home screenMARK615MARK491bMARK610MARK611MARK612G-23/b

1-14Basic OperationBasic OperationIntroductionThe normal power source for the PowerVisa is its internal battery pack. The AC Adapter/Battery Charger i

1-15CH 1/ Getting StartedPower on sequenceFollow these steps to turn on the PowerVisa and display the Home screen.Home screen featuresHome screen is f

iiiADVERTENCIAUna conexión incorrecta de este instrumento puede producir la muerte, lesiones graves y riesgo de incendio. Lea y entienda este manual a

1-16Basic Operation, continuedHome screen iconsHome screen contains the following icons used to access various PowerVisa functions: Scope - Scope mode

2-1CHAPTER 2Voltage Measurement Cable and Current Probe ConnectionsOverviewIntroductionThis section describes how to connect the PowerVisa to make bas

2-2Overview, continuedADVERTENCIAUna conexión incorrecta de este instrumento puede producir la muerte, lesiones graves y riesgo de incendio. Lea y ent

2-3CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe ConnectionsSafety precautionsThe following safety precautions must be followed whenever any type

2-4Connecting Voltage Measurement CablesConnecting Voltage Measurement CablesMeasurement cable setDescription: Voltage measurement cables are provided

2-5CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe ConnectionsMeasurement cable set with optional fuse diagramWARNINGTo avoid the risk of electric

2-6Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables, continuedConnection guidelinesFollow these guidelines when making voltage connections.• Refer to the measure

2-7CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe ConnectionsExample: Neutral to ground connection The following figure shows a voltage connection

2-8Connecting Voltage Measurement Cables, continuedSafety precautionsThe following safety precautions apply to current probe connections in addition t

2-9CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe ConnectionsConnecting Current ProbesCurrent probesSeveral Dranetz-BMI current probes can be used

ivSafety SummaryDefinitionsWARNING statements inform the user that certain conditions or practices could result in loss of life or physical harm.CAUTI

2-10Connecting Current Probes, continuedTypical current probesNOTE: Current probes TR2500 can be used interchangeably with TR2500A, TR2510 with TR2510

2-11CH 2/ Voltage Measurement Cables and Current Probe ConnectionsTypical current probes (continued)Actual photos of TR series probes and part numbers

2-12Connecting Current Probes, continuedSingle phase current probe connection exampleThe following figure shows how to connect a current probe to chan

3-1CHAPTER 3View Real Time DataOverviewIntroductionThe PowerVisa allows users to view power quality phenomena as it happens, when it happens. The inst

3-2OverviewSection AScope ModeOverviewIntroductionScope mode allows you to view real-time voltage and current waveforms for up to eight channels simul

3-3 CH 3/ View Real Time DataTurning Channels On/OffSelect channels to displayFrom the Scope mode screen, press Chan to turn Volts/Amps channel select

3-4Checking Input RangeChecking Input RangeInput range The Input Range screen is displayed by pressing the CkRng key on the Scope mode screen. Input R

3-5 CH 3/ View Real Time DataSection BMeter ModeOverviewIntroductionMeter mode allows you to view real-time meter data. The metered parameters availab

3-6Standard Meter TabStandard Meter TabStandard meter listMeter mode can be displayed by pressing the Meter icon on the Home screen. At start-up, mete

3-7 CH 3/ View Real Time DataStandard meter list (continued)Standard Tab Parameter Name LabelDemand Active Power Demand Active Power DemandApparent

vSafety Summary, ContinuedDéfinitionsLes messages d’AVERTISSEMENT préviennent l’utilisateur que certaines conditions ou pratiques pourraient entraîner

3-8Distortion Meter TabDistortion Meter TabDistortion meter listThe PowerVisa is able to meter distortions or uncharacteristic changes in the waveform

3-9 CH 3/ View Real Time DataDistortion meter list (continued)Distortion Tab Parameter Name LabelTIF (for A, B, C, D)Voltage Telephone Influence Fac

3-10OverviewSection CHarmonicsOverviewHarmonics displayThe PowerVisa allows users to view voltage and current harmonics/interharmonics in graphical or

3-11 CH 3/ View Real Time DataHarmonic GraphHarmonic graph displayThe harmonic graph can be displayed by pressing Harmonics on the Home screen. The sc

3-12Harmonic DetailHarmonic DetailThe PowerVisa allows users to determine the numbers or the range of harmonic frequencies to trend. A blue box showin

3-13CH 3/ View Real Time DataHarmonic OptionsHarmonic/Interharmonic data plotsThe voltage and current harmonics and/or interharmonics for each phase c

3-14Harmonic Options, continuedHarmonic/Interharmonic data plots (continued)Harmonic Computation for 60 HzProperties under Graph Units pertain to the

3-15CH 3/ View Real Time DataHarmonic ListHarmonic text displayTo view the harmonics magnitude text display, press List from the Harmonic graph screen

3-16OverviewSection DVoltage and Current PhasorOverviewPhasor displayThe phasor screen displays a graph that indicates the phase relations between the

3-17CH 3/ View Real Time DataPhasor ScreenPhasor screen displayThe Phasor screen is displayed by pressing Phasor on the Home screen. The Phasor screen

viSafety Summary, ContinuedSafety precautionsThe following safety precautions must be followed whenever any type of voltage or current connection is b

3-18Phasor RotationPhasor RotationAnimated phasor rotationGraphic illustration in the form of rotating phasors relative to the sine wave graph of a fo

3-19CH 3/ View Real Time DataSample 3-Phase, three wire delta rotation (continued)The following diagrams describe the positive phase rotation of volta

3-20Phasor Parameter/Channel SelectionPhasor Parameter/Channel SelectionParameter/ Channel displayThe Parameter/Channel selection screen is displayed

4-1CHAPTER 4Instrument SettingsOverviewIntroductionThis chapter describes the miscellaneous tasks that users can perform to keep the PowerVisa running

4-2Access Instrument Settings MenuAccess Instrument Settings MenuPreferences menu screenAll functions in this chapter are found under the Instrument S

4-3CH 4/ Instrument SettingsTime and Date SettingsTime and Date displayUsers have the option not only to set the exact time and date, but also to sele

4-4Time and Date Settings, continuedTime and Date Display (continued)Action... Result...STEP 2: Press the field representing hours, minutes, and secon

4-5CH 4/ Instrument SettingsSelect LanguageSelect LanguageThe PowerVisa menu screens appear in the English language by default. Action... Result...STE

4-6Set Display PreferencesSet Display PreferencesLCD settings User programmable settings for the LCD screen include the backlight timer, contrast, pas

4-7CH 4/ Instrument SettingsTouch Screen CalibrationCalibration procedureThe PowerVisa is able to perform calibration to ensure the proper operation o

viiStatements and NoticesStatement of warrantyAll products of Dranetz-BMI are warranted to the original purchaser against defective material and workm

4-8Touch Screen Calibration, continuedCalibration procedure (continued)Action... Result...STEP 2: Once touch screen calibration is done, a message wil

4-9CH 4/ Instrument SettingsTurn Threshold Beeper On/OffAudible alarmWhen set to ON, the unit will beep when threshold limits are crossed and other ev

4-10CommunicationsCommunicationsCommunication interface setupCommunications Settings is where instrument-specific information is entered to allow the

4-11CH 4/ Instrument SettingsCommunication interface setup (continued)Action... Result...STEP 2: Entering the correct IP address settings will enable

4-12Data CardData CardFormat/View data card The Memory Card screen displays information on the card inserted in the data card slot, including the amou

4-13CH 4/ Instrument SettingsFormat/View data card (continued)Action... Result...STEP 2: All data and setups stored in data card will be lost when you

4-14Reset to Factory ConfigurationReset to Factory ConfigurationDefinitionFactory configurations are the default settings of all programmable features

4-15CH 4/ Instrument SettingsFactory default settingsDranetz-BMI has set the default values for the various parameters of the PowerVisa. Current Probe

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5-1CHAPTER 5Start MenuOverviewStart menu optionsThe Start Menu allows users to perform the following: set up the PowerVisa for monitoring of an electr

viiiStatements and Notices, ContinuedCopyrightThis publication is protected under the Copyright laws of the United States, Title 17 et seq. No part of

5-2Overview, continuedDisplaying Start MenuFollow these steps to display the Start Menu.In this chapterThis chapter is divided into five sections:Acti

5-3CH 5/ Start MenuSection AAutomatic Setup OverviewAutomatic Setup procedureAutomatic Setup is a one-stop process using pre-defined settings to set t

5-4Overview, continuedAutomatic Setup procedure (continued)Continued on next pageAction... Result...STEP 3: Summary displays the list of auto-configur

5-5CH 5/ Start MenuAutomatic Setup procedure (continued)Action... Result...STEP 5: Select your desired probe type.NOTE: Use the same probes for the fo

5-6OverviewSection BWizard Setup OverviewIntroductionWizard Setup guides the user through the circuit setup step-by-step, via a series of screens prom

5-7CH 5/ Start MenuMonitoring modes (continued)EN50160 Power Quality: EN50160 monitors and reports Quality of Supply (QOS) compliance as specified by

5-8Current Probe SelectionCurrent Probe SelectionSelecting current probeFollow these steps to monitor current and select probe type.Continued on next

5-9CH 5/ Start MenuSelecting current probe (continued)Other relevant information on current probes Refer to Chapter 2 Voltage Measurement Cable and Cu

5-10Scale Factor SetupScale Factor SetupWhat is a scale factor?A scale factor is the ratio of the input to output for a particular current transformer

5-11CH 5/ Start MenuScale factor setup screenAfter setting up current probe configurations, the Scale Factor screen is displayed.Action... Result...ST

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5-12Circuit Type SelectionCircuit Type SelectionCircuit setup The PowerVisa is able to display wiring diagrams from which users can select the circuit

5-13CH 5/ Start MenuCircuit Setup (continued)Action... Result...STEP 2: Scope mode allows users to verify if waveforms look correct for the specified

5-14Nominal ValuesNominal ValuesFrequency, voltage and current settingsThe Nominal Values screen allows users to enter values for frequency nominal li

5-15CH 5/ Start MenuFrequency, voltage and current settings (continued)Action... Result...STEP 3: Tracking allows users to set parameters to monitor c

5-16Nominal Values, continuedFrequency synchronizationNormal frequency synchronization (sync) of the PowerVisa analog signal processing circuits is co

5-17CH 5/ Start MenuMode of OperationBasic meter setup After entering the correct nominal values for circuit monitoring, users have the option to set

5-18Monitoring ModeMonitoring ModeChoose a monitoring modeThe PowerVisa provides four monitoring modes of operation from which to monitor and capture

5-19CH 5/ Start MenuAdvanced OptionsAdvanced setup options After selecting a monitoring mode, the system is now ready to begin monitoring and to recor

5-20Site Name/Memory CardSite Name/Memory CardWhere you can save dataPowerVisa uses the Compact Flash data card as primary storage for data. It automa

5-21CH 5/ Start MenuData card status messages (continued)Data card operationThe data card screen prompts users to set filename and format card in prep