AccuEnergy AcuDC 200 Series User manual

AcuDC 200 Series Power Meter
User’s Manual
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Copyright2012© V1.22 Accuenergy Tech. Ltd.
This manual may not be altered or reproduced in whole or in part by any means
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The information contained in this document is believed to be accurate at the time
of publication, however, Accuenergy assumes no responsibility for any errors which
may appear here and reserves the right to make changes without notice. Please ask
the local representative for latest product specications before ordering.
[Document #1501E2122 Revision Date: Jul., 2012]
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Please read this manual carefully before doing installation, operation and
maintenance of AcuDC 200 series DC meter.
Safety Alert Symbol: Carries information about circumstances which if not
considered may result in injury or death.
Electric Shock Symbol: Carries information about procedures which must
be followed to reduce the risk of electric shock and danger to personal
health.
Potential Danger Symbol: Carries information about nearby hazards.
Safety operation procedures must be followed to avoid personal injuries.
Alarm Symbol: Carries information about user operation procedures which
if not follow may cause malfunction of the meter and may result in injury.
Installation and maintenance of the AcuDC 200 series DC meter should only be
performed by qualied, competent personnel who receive appropriate training and
should have experience with high voltage and current devices.
DANGEROUS
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Accuenergy shall not be responsible or liable for any damages cause by improper
meter installation and or operation.
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Content
Chapter 1 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………1
1.1 AcuDC 200 Overview………………………………………………………………………2
1.2 Application Area……………………………………………………………………………3
1.3 AcuDC 200 Series……………………………………………………………………………4
Chapter 2 Installation………………………………………………………………………………5
2.1 Appearance and Dimensions………………………………………………………………6
2.2 Installation Method…………………………………………………………………………8
2.3 AcuDC 200 Wiring Diagram………………………………………………………………14
2.3.1 Auxiliary Power Requirement………………………………………………………15
2.3.2 Voltage and Current Input…………………………………………………………17
2.3.3 I/O Setting……………………………………………………………………………22
2.3.4 Communication……………………………………………………………………28
Chapter 3 Basic Operation and Setup……………………………………………………………33
3.1 Display Panel and Keys……………………………………………………………………34
3.2 Real-Time Metering Mode ………………………………………………………………36
3.3 Parameter Setting Mode…………………………………………………………………37
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Chapter 4 Communication……………………………………………………………………47
4.1 Modbus Protocol Introduction……………………………………………………………48
4.2 Communication Format…………………………………………………………………52
4.3 AcuDC 200 AddressTable………………………………………………………………… 60
Appendix…………………………………………………………………………………………65
Appendix A Technical Data and Specication………………………………………………66
Appendix B Ordering Information……………………………………………………………70
Appendix C Hall Eect Sensor Specications…………………………………………………72
Appendix D Revision Information……………………………………………………………76
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Starting!
Congratulations!
You have purchased an advanced, versatile, multifunction power meter. This meter
can work as a remote terminal unit (RTU) that contributes to your system's stability
and reliability by providing real-time power quality monitoring and analysis.
When you open the package, you will nd the following items.
1. AcuDC 200 series meter 1
2. Removable 14 pin terminal 1
3. Installation clips 2
4. User’s manual 1
5. Maintenance guarantee card 1
Please read this manual carefully before operating or installing the AcuDC 200
meter to avoid unnecessary trouble. You can read part of this manual depends on
how you use the AcuDC 200 meter.
Chapter 1 Basic function, specication and application area of AcuDC 200 meter.
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Chapter 2 Installation and wiring details of AcuDC 200 meter.
Chapter 3 Real-time metering data display and parameter setting method of
AcuDC 200 meter.
Chapter 4 Communication protocol format and address table of AcuDC 200.
Appendix Technical data and specications of AcuDC 200 and ordering
information.
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1.1 AcuDC 200 Overview
1.2 Application Area
1.3 AcuDC 200 Series
Chapter 1 Introduction
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1.1 AcuDC 200 Overview
Powerful Multifunction Power Meter
AcuDC 200 Series multifunction intelligent power meter can measure DC voltage
and current with high accuracy. Analog output can be used in DCS system or
industry control system. Large character LCD display with backlight provides
clear real-time monitoring data readout. This DC meter is designed to meet the
requirement for DC power measurement and monitoring.
Small Size and Easy Installation
With the size of DIN96 ×48 and 71mm depth after mounting, the AcuDC 200
meter can be installed in a small gear. Fixing clips are used for easy installation and
removal.
Ease of Use
AcuDC 200 utilizes a large character LCD display for clear electrical parameters
readout. All setting parameters are accessible by using front panel keys or
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communication port (if equipped). Setting parameters are protected in EEPROM,
which will maintain its content after the meter is powered o. With the backlight of
the LCD, the display can be easily read under dim environment. The backlight "ON"
time duration is programmable.
High safety, high reliability
AcuDC 200 meter was designed according to industry standards. The meter
receives IEC and UL emission and immunity compliances and is able to operate
reliably under high power disturbance condition.
1.2 Application Area
Solar and Wind Energy Systems
Industry Control Systems
DC Energy Management Systems
Large UPS Systems
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1.3 AcuDC 200 Series
This manual is based on AcuDC 223. Other models may not contain certain
functions, please refer to the following table for details:
Function Parameter AcuDC
221
AcuDC
222
AcuDC
223
AcuDC
211
AcuDC
212
AcuDC
213
Measuring
Voltage (V) ● ● ● ●
Current ( I ) ● ● ● ●
Power (P) ● ●
Energy(E) ● ●
I/O options DI ☉ ☉ ☉
RO ☉ ☉ ☉
AO 4~20mA
/0~5V ☉ ☉ ☉ ☉ ☉ ☉
Alarm ☉ ☉ ☉
Communication RS485 MODBUS ☉ ☉ ☉
LCD display ● ● ● ● ● ●
●function ☉option Blank NA
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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Appearance and Dimensions
2.2 Installation method
2.3 AcuDC 200 Wiring Diagram
2.3.1 Auxiliary Power Requirement
2.3.2 Voltage and Current Input
2.3.3 I/O Setting
2.3.4 Communication
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2.1 Appearance and Dimensions
The installation method is introduced in this chapter. Please read this chapter
carefully before installation work.
Appearance
Figure2.1 Appearance of AcuDC 200 meter
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Part Name Description
1. Enclosure The AcuDC 200 meter enclosure is made of high strength
anticombustion engineering plastic
2. Front Casing Visible portion (for display and control) after mounting
onto a panel
3. LCD Display Large bright blue backlight LCD display
4. Key Four keys are used to select display and to set parameters
of the meter
5. Key Cover Close the cover to avoid wrong key operation
6. Installation Clip Use for locating the meter to the panel
7. Input Terminals Auxiliary power, voltage and current input
8. Extend Wiring Terminals Communication: DI,RO,AO
Table2.1 Part name of AcuDC 200 meter
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Dimension (mm/inch)
Figure 2.2 Dimension of AcuDC 200
2.2 Installation Method
Environment
Before installation, please make sure that the environment meets the following
conditions.
96.00
48.00
60.00
71.00
48.00
( 1.89'')
(3.78'')
(2.36'')
(2.80'')
( 1.89'')
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1. Temperature
AcuDC 200 meter’s working temperature range is from -25⁰C to 70⁰C. Operating the
meter beyond this range may result in abnormal performance or damaging meter
permanently.
AcuDC 200 meter’s storage range is from -40⁰C to 85⁰C.
2. Humidity
AcuDC 200 meter’s working humidity range is from 0 to 95% non-condensing.
3. Position
AcuDC 200 meter should be installed in a dry and dust free environment. Avoid
exposing meter to excessive heat, radiation and high electrical noise source.
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Installation Steps
AcuDC 200 Series meter is typically installed on the panel of switch gear.
1. Cut a rectangular hole on the panel of the switch gear.
The cutting size is as g 2.3, Unit: mm (inch).
Fig 2.3 Panel Cutting
90 ±
0.5
0.5
0.0
cut
panel
90 +0.5
-0.0
0.5
44+0.5
-0.0
0.5
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