AEMC PowerPad IV User manual

PowerPad®IV
Model 8345
Quick Start Guide
ENGLISH
POWER QUALITY ANALYZER
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INSTRUMENTS
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Statement of Compliance
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC® Instruments
certies that this instrument has been calibrated
using standards and instruments traceable to
international standards.
We guarantee that at the time of shipping your
instrument has met its published specications.
A NIST traceable certicate may be requested at
the time of purchase, or obtained by returning
the instrument to our repair and calibration
facility, for a nominal charge.
The recommended calibration interval for this
instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of
receipt by the customer. For recalibration, please
use our calibration services. Refer to our repair and
calibration section at www.aemc.com.
Serial #:
Catalog #: 2136.35 / 2136.36
Model #: 8345
Please ll in the appropriate date as indicated:
Date Received:
Date Calibration Due:
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc.
d.b.a AEMC®Instruments
www.aemc.com

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PRODUCT PACKAGING (2136.35)
(5) 10 ft (3 m) Black Leads with
Alligator Clips
Cat. #2140.43
(1) 5 ft USB Cable
Cat. #2140.46
(1) 5.8 A·h 64 W·h Li-ion Battery Pack
Cat. #2960.47
(1) 1000 V PA32ER Power Supply
(Includes Power Plug Adapter)
Cat. #5100.15
PowerPad® IV Model 8345
(12) Color-coded ID Markers
Cat. #2140.45
Also included:
(1) Quick Start Guide
(1) SD Card
(1) USB Drive with user manual and application software
(1) Carrying Bag
Cat. #2133.76

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PRODUCT PACKAGING (2136.36)
(4) MiniFlex® Sensor Model MA194-24-BK
Cat. #2140.80
PowerPad® IV Model 8345
(12) Color-coded ID Markers
Cat. #2140.45
Also included:
(1) Quick Start Guide
(1) SD Card
(1) USB Drive with user manual and application software
(1) Carrying Bag
Cat. #2133.76
(5) 10 ft (3 m) Black Leads with
Alligator Clips
Cat. #2140.43
(1) 5.8 A·h 64 W·h Li-ion Battery Pack
Cat. #2960.47
(1) 5 ft USB Cable
Cat. #2140.46
(1) 1000 V PA32ER Power Supply
(Includes Power Plug Adapter)
Cat. #5100.15

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Thank you for purchasing an AEMC® Instruments PowerPad®IV Model 8345.
For best results from your instrument and for your safety, read the enclosed
operating instructions carefully and comply with the precautions for use.
Only qualied and trained operators should use this product.
Symbols
CAUTION - Risk of Danger! Indicates a WARNING. Whenever this symbol
is present, the operator must refer to the user manual before operating the
instrument in all cases where this symbol is present
Indicates a risk of electric shock. The voltage at the parts marked with this
symbol may be dangerous
USB socket
Kensington anti-theft lock
Ethernet connector (RJ45)
Ground/Earth
Indicates important information to acknowledge
SD card
This product has been declared recyclable following an analysis of the life
cycle in accordance with standard ISO 14040
This product complies with the Low Voltage & Electromagnetic Compatibility
European directives (73/23/CEE & 89/336/CEE)
In the European Union, this product is subject to a separate collection system
for recycling electrical and electronic components in accordance with directive
WEEE 2002/96/EC
Denition of Measurement Categories (CAT)
CAT IV corresponds to measurements at the source of low-voltage installations.
Example: power feeders, counters, and protection devices
CAT III corresponds to measurements on building installations.
Example: distribution panel, circuit-breakers, machines, and xed industrial devices
CAT II corresponds to measurements on circuits directly connected to
low-voltage installations.
Example: power supply to domestic electrical devices and portable tools

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Precautions Before Use
This instrument complies with safety standard IEC/EN 61010-2-030 or BS EN
61010-2-030. The leads comply with IEC/EN 61010-031 or BS EN 61010-031.
The current sensors comply with IEC/EN 61010-2-032 or BS EN 61010-2-032
for up to 600 V in CAT IV.
Failure to observe the precautions for use may create a risk of electric shock,
re, explosion, or destruction of the instrument and installations.
■Only competent and accredited personnel may perform troubleshooting
or metrological checks
■The operator and responsible authority must read and understand the
various precautions to take before and during use
■The operator must have knowledge and awareness of electrical hazards
when using this instrument
Do not use the instrument in an unspecied manner; otherwise, the
protection that the instrument provides may become compromised and
endanger you
Do not use the instrument on networks that exceed the instrument’s
specications for voltage or category
Do not use the instrument if it seems to be damaged, incomplete, or
improperly closed
Do not use the instrument without its battery
Before each use, check the condition of the insulation on the leads,
housing, and accessories. Any item with deteriorated insulation (even
partially) must be set aside for repair or scrapping
Ensure that your instrument is completely dry before use. If it is wet, you
must dry it completely before connecting or using it
Use only the supplied leads and accessories. If you use any leads or
accessories with lower voltage or category ratings, you are limited to
lowest voltage or category rating
Use personal protection equipment when appropriate
Keep your hands away from the instrument’s terminals
Keep your ngers behind the physical guards when handling the leads,
test probes, and alligator clips
Use only the manufacturer-provided power supply unit and battery pack
because these items have specic safety components
At hazardous voltages, certain current sensors must not be placed on or
removed from bare conductors. Please refer to each sensor’s data sheet
and comply with their handling instructions

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Charging the Battery
Following shipping safety protocols this unit's battery is charged to only 30%.
Before using the instrument, you must fully charge the battery.
1. Remove the plastic lm between the battery and instrument.
2. Connect the power cord to the power supply unit using the supplied adapter.
3. Plug the power cord into an outlet.
4. Open the elastomer cover that protects the power socket.
5. Connect the power supply’s 4-point connector to the instrument.
The ON/OFF button will blink while charging, and the display will indicate the
charging status.
When the battery is fully depleted, the charging time is approximately 6 hours.
The ON/OFF button will glow steady green when the battery is fully charged.
Description
Measurement Terminals
120 V ± 15 %, 60 Hz
230 V ± 15 %, 50 Hz
1000V CAT IV
L2L1N L3
L2L1N L3
GND
4 current input terminals
(for current sensors) 5 voltage input terminals

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Overall View
Button Function
Real-Time Modes
Waveform mode
Harmonic mode
Power mode
Energy mode
Recording Modes
Trend mode
Transient mode
Inrush Current mode
Alarm mode
Monitoring mode
NL1 L2 L3 NL1 L2 L3
Measurement terminals
Touch screen
Function buttons
(Yellow buttons)
Conguration button
Help button
USB port SD card slot
Mode buttons
(Violet buttons)
Conrm button
Navigation buttons
Return button
Screenshot button
ON/OFF button

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Side Connectors
Installing the Color Codes
Large sectors for current terminals Small sectors for voltage terminals
The same color as
the terminal
Strap attachment point
Theft-proong device for securing the instrument with a
Kensington lock.
RJ45 connector for Ethernet connection
USB type B connector for connection to a PC
Special 4-point connector for the power supply. Used to charge
the battery or operate the instrument on external power

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Distribution Systems and Types of Connections
Connections on a single-phase network
Connections on a split-phase network
Connections on a three-phase network
For three-phase, 3-wire networks, you must indicate the connected current
sensors: all 3 sensors (3A) or only 2 (A1 and A2, or A2 and A3, or A3 and A1).
For three-phase, 4- and 5-wire networks, you must indicate the connected
voltages: all 3 voltages (3V) or only 2 (V1 and V2, or V2 and V3, or V3 and V1).
Single-phase
2 wires
(L1 and N)
Single-phase
3 wires
(L1, N, and earth)
Split-phase
2 wires
(L1 and L2)
Split-phase
3 wires
(L1, L2, and N)
Split-phase
4 wires
(L1, L2, N, and earth)
Three-phase
3 wires
(L1, L2, and L3)
Three-phase
5 wires
(L1, L2, L3, N, and earth)
Three-phase
4 wires
(L1, L2, L3, and N)

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Instrument Conguration Buttons
Button Purpose
to access the conguration screen
to access the instrument conguration options
to select the language for the device
to set the date and time
to congure the display
to choose the colors for the voltage curves
to choose the colors for current curves
to adjust the display's brightness and auto o󰀨
to manage the contents of the external memory
to congure the network communication of the instrument
to congure the Ethernet link
to congure the Wi-Fi link
to congure the email notications
to congure the IRD server
We recommend utilizing the IRD Server for configuring
test measurements, and directly connecting to a PC for generating
reports involving large packets of data.
to check if an embedded software update is available and to update
your instrument
to check the instrument's information

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Measurement Conguration Buttons
Button Purpose
to access the conguration screen
to access the measurement conguration options
to specify the calculation methods
to specify the nominal frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz), nominal voltage
(with neutral), and nominal voltage between phases
to choose the real-time values to display
to specify the waveform mode
to specify the reference of levels of harmonics and mains signalling
voltage
to specify the curve of maximum MSV voltages as a function of
frequency. There are 5 preset points that you can modify
to choose the connection of the instrument according to the
distribution network
to specify the voltage ratios, the current sensor ratios, and the range
of the sensor
to choose the ratios of phase-to-neutral voltages (with neutral)
to choose the ratios of phase-to-phase voltages (without neutral)
to choose the ratios and range of current sensors
to reverse the current sensors
to congure the Energy mode
to congure the Trend mode (choice of values to record)
to congure the Transient mode (choice of triggering levels)
to congure the Inrush Current mode (choice of triggering levels)
to congure the alarms (choice of thresholds)
to enter the Monitoring mode, which is congured using the
application software
Taking Screenshots
You have two ways to take a screenshot:
Hold the button until the symbol in the status bar turns yellow
and then black . Then, release the button
Press the symbol in the status bar at the top of the display. The
symbol in the status bar will turn yellow and then black

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Display
Real-Time Modes
Waveform Mode
Press the button to enter Waveform mode
The Waveform mode displays voltage curves, current curves, and values
calculated from the voltage and currents, except harmonics, powers, and
energies.
Harmonic Mode
Press the button to enter Harmonics mode
The Harmonics mode displays a bargraph that represents the harmonics
of the voltage, current, and mains signaling voltage (MSV).
Screenshot
Mode
Help
Return to main screen
Available functions
(mode-dependent)
Date and time
Frequency measured
Connection:
USB drive
USB link
Ethernet link
Battery charge level
Display for the chosen
mode and function
Display lter

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Power Mode
Press the button to enter Power mode
The Power mode displays power measurements (W) and power factor
calculations (PF).
Energy Mode
Press the button to enter Energy mode
The Energy mode is used to meter generated and consumed energy over a
period and indicate the corresponding price.
Recording Modes
Trend Mode
Press the button and select a recording from the list to view the
associated Trend measurements.
The Trend mode records the evolution of the quantities selected in the
conguration for a specied duration.

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Transient Mode
Press the button and select a recording from the list to view the
associated Transient measurements.
The Transient mode records voltage or current transients for a specied duration
determined by the selected conguration. It also records shock waves, which
are very high voltages for a very short time.
Inrush Current Mode
Press the button and select a recording from the list to view the
associated Inrush Current measurements.
The Inrush Current mode is used to capture and record inrush currents for a
duration specied by the selected conguration.
Alarm Mode
Press the button and select a recording from the list to view the
associated Alarm measurements.
The Alarm mode detects and records overshoots of the selected quantities in
conguration for a specied duration.

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Monitoring Mode
Press the button to and select a recording from the list to view the
associated Monitoring mode measurements.
The Monitoring mode is used to check the voltage’s conformity for a specied
duration. Use the application software to congure the Monitoring mode.
The Monitoring mode monitors electrical networks per standard EN 50160. In
this mode, the 8345 detects slow variations, rapid variations and interruptions,
voltage dips, temporary voltage swells, and transients. The monitoring mode is
congured using the application software as shown in the below image.

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Screenshot Mode
Press the button to view the previously-recorded screenshots
The screenshots are recorded on the SD card in the directory 8345\Photograph.
You can read the screenshots on a PC via the application software or an SD
card reader (not provided).
Help Mode
Press the button for information about the in-progress display mode's
various button functions and symbols
Application Software
The application software is available on the provided USB drive or on our
website at www.aemc.com/dataview-software.
Go to the Support tab and search for the application software by name, then
download it.
Remove the cover that protects the USB connector on the instrument and
connect the instrument to the PC using the provided USB cord.
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Super Speed is not supported on some PCs using
Windows 10 operating system. In this situation, we recommend
switching to either a lower speed USB port or ethernet connection.
Start the application software.
SS

USB 3.1 Gen 2

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Repair and Calibration
To ensure that your instrument meets factory specications, we recommend
that it be sent back to our factory Service Center at one-year intervals for
recalibration, or as required by other standards or internal procedures.
For instrument repair and calibration:
You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization
Number (CSA#). Send an email to [email protected] requesting a CSA#.
You will be provided a CSA Form and other required paperwork along with the
next steps to complete the request. Then return the instrument along with the
signed CSA Form. This will ensure that when your instrument arrives, it will be
tracked and processed promptly. Please write the CSA# on the outside of the
shipping container. If the instrument is returned for calibration, we need to know
if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N.I.S.T. (includes
calibration certicate plus recorded calibration data).
Ship To: Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments
15 Faraday Drive, Dover, NH 03820 USA
Phone: [phone] (Ext. 360)
[phone] (Ext. 360)
Fax: [phone] or [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
(Or contact your authorized distributor.)
Contact us for the costs of repair, standard calibration, and calibration traceable
to N.I.S.T.
NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument.
Technical Assistance
If you are experiencing any technical problems, or require any assistance with
the proper operation or application of your instrument, please call, fax, or e-mail
our technical support team:
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments
Phone: [phone] (Ext. 351)
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
www.aemc.com
Limited Warranty
The instrument is warrantied to the owner for a period of two year from the
date of original purchase against defects in manufacture. This limited warranty
is given by AEMC®Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was
purchased. This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with, abused,
or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC®Instruments.

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Full warranty coverage and product registration is available on our
website at www.aemc.com/warranty.html.
IMPORTANT WARRANTY NOTE:
By registering online within 30 days of the purchase
date, your warranty will be extended to 3 years.
Please print the online Warranty Coverage Information for your records.
What AEMC® Instruments will do:
If a malfunction occurs within the warranty period, you may return the instrument
to us for repair, provided we have your warranty registration information on
le or a proof of purchase. AEMC®Instruments will repair or replace the faulty
material at their discretion.
REGISTER ONLINE AT: www.aemc.com/warranty.html
Warranty Repairs
What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair:
First, send an email to [email protected]om requesting a Customer Service
Authorization Number (CSA#) from our Service Department. You will be
provided a CSA Form and other required paperwork along with the next steps
to complete the request. Then return the instrument along with the signed CSA
Form. Please write the CSA# on the outside of the shipping container. Return
the instrument, postage or shipment pre-paid to:
Chauvin Arnoux®, Inc. d.b.a. AEMC®Instruments
15 Faraday Drive, Dover, NH 03820 USA
Phone: [phone] (Ext. 360)
[phone] (Ext. 360)
Fax: [phone] or [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend you insure
your returned material.
NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument.
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