HV Diagnostics TD30 User manual

TD30
E N G L I S H
Rev 1.4
User Manual
HV Diagnostics, Inc
North and South America
271 Rope Mill Pkwy, Ste2
Woodstock, GA 30188
USA
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.hvdiagnostics.com
[email protected]
HV Diagnostics S.à.r.l.
Africa, Asia, Australia,
Middle East
www.hvdsa.com
Portable Tan Delta Measurement System

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NOTE:
The information presented in this instruction manual is believed to be accurate and correct
for the intended use of this product. Should this instrument be used for other applications and
purposes not covered herein, please contact HV Diagnostics to validate its suitability. This
manual, all of its contents and the instruments specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Windows®, Windows 2000®, Windows XP®, Windows 7® are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Bluetooth® and the Bluetooth Label are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
PDF and the Adobe Acrobat Family of Software are trademarks of Adobe Inc.
Space to note the used communication Parameters for your TD System:
Computer Notebook ID
TD System Ser No
COM Port #
Bluetooth Hardware

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Table of Contents
1 Forward................................................................................................... 5
Regarding this Document........................................................................ 5 1.1
Documentation Conventions ................................................................... 6 1.2
Legal Considerations .............................................................................. 7 1.3
2 Safety ..................................................................................................... 8
General Safety........................................................................................ 8 2.1
Work Safety ............................................................................................ 8 2.2
3 Introduction ............................................................................................. 9
4 Features.................................................................................................. 9
5 Applications ............................................................................................ 9
6 General Description ...............................................................................10
Technical Specifications* .......................................................................10 6.1
Materials ................................................................................................11 6.2
7 Hardware Description.............................................................................13
8 Connecting up the TD30 Instrument.......................................................16
9 Software TD ControlCenter....................................................................17
10 Instrument Care .....................................................................................24
Appendix A: Software Installation Procedure ‘TD ControlCenter’...................25
Appendix B: Bluetooth® Setup and Config Procedure...................................26

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1 Forward
Purpose
This operating manual serves to ensure the proper and safe use of the TD test instrument.
Regarding this Document 1.1
Target User
This operating manual is designed to inform various user groups. The scope and depth of the
information provided may not be appropriate for all users. However, it is important that all
users familiarize themselves with this document in full. The following is a guideline indicating
the most significant information as a function of the user’s responsibilities.
User
Responsibilities
Focus
HVA Operator •To connect the equipment
•To carry out manual or pre-programmed test
sequence
•To verify validity of HVA application
•To verify validity of TD application
•To adjust instrument settings
•To program automatic test sequences in
accordance with particular testing standards
All Sections
Particular focus on all
safety messages
Procurement,
Management •To assure that the workplace is safe and
has all required equipment
•To assure that HVA and TD operators are
qualified technicians
•To assure that operators fulfil their
responsibilities
Particular focus on
safety
messages and information
regarding general product
description.

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Documentation Conventions 1.2
The following explain the symbols, and safety messages found in this document. The
employment of safety symbols and signal words are according to the American National
Standards Institute standard ANSI Z535.6 "Product Safety Signs and Labels".
Safety Messages
Symbols
Danger DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or
serious injury
Warning WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death
or serious injury.
Caution CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor
or moderate injury.
Notice NOTICE
Indicates suggested practices to protect equipment and property.
Yellow triangle, framed in black: Used to indicate a potential hazard.
Only used in conjunction with description of the possible hazard!
Detailed symbol may correspond to this specific hazard.
Red outlined circle with red diagonal line: Used to indicate forbidden
practices.
The described handling practice must not be carried out!
Blue circle with white exclamation mark: Used to indicate recommended
precautionary measures or a situation that can lead to property damage.

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Legal Considerations 1.3
Warranty
HV Diagnostics provides a one-year warranty from the original purchase date
of instrument for all necessary parts and labor. This warranty is void in the
event of abuse, incorrect operation or use, unauthorized modification or
repairs, or failure to perform the specified maintenance as indicated in this
operation manual. This warranty does not include normal consumable items
such as lamps, paper rolls, printer ribbons, batteries or other auxiliary items.
This warranty and our liability are limited to replacing or repairing defective
equipment, at our discretion. Equipment that is returned to HV Diagnostics
must be packed in original packaging. All shipped items must be prepaid and
insured. No other warranties are expressed or implied.
Contact Information
HV Diagnostics, Inc. H.V. Diagnostics S.à.r.l.
271 Rope Mill Pkwy. Africa, Asia, Australia,
Ste 2 Middle East
Woodstock, GA 30188 www.hvdsa.com
T. [phone]
F. [phone]
North and South America
www.hvdiagnostics.com
[email protected]m
Copyright
©2006 HV Diagnostics. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored, or
translated in hardcopy or electronic form without the written consent of HV
Diagnostics.
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Your comments and suggestions are of value. We are dedicated to supporting
your needs. Offering you optimal documentation is part of our promise of
quality.
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2 Safety
Safety is priority! Respect all safety information; only use the TD for
appropriate applications and ensure that operators possess the required
operator qualifications.
General Safety 2.1
Work Safety 2.2
The LED signal colors on the TD system indicate a TD value / range or equipment
status condition. These LED lights signals in no way indicate the presence or absence
of high voltage and the TD30 should be considered energized at all times when
connected to a potential voltage source like a HVA test system.
NOTICE
Operation Manual
Before carrying out any high voltage test with this instrument, read this
Operating Manual in its entirety.
DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
Never assume that equipment is safe to handle without using the
necessary safety equipment and grounding procedures.
•All procedures must comply with local safety regulations
•Always treat exposed connectors and conductors as potential electric
shock hazards. All cables and connectors must be inspected for
damage before use. Damaged equipment must not be used.
•All equipment to be high potential tested must be de-energized and
properly isolated from all power sources. All equipment grounds must
remain in place.
•DUT must be grounded, de-energized and isolated from all power
sources. DUT must be discharged and grounded before disconnecting
the test lead.
•All auxiliary electrical apparatus such as switchgear, surge arresters
etc. must be isolated from the test power source and the DUT.
•Ground connections must be made first and removed last!
•Avoid testing alone. In the event of an emergency another person’s
presence may be essential.
•The visual signals of the TD30 are designed to be easily distinguished
even under bright sunlight to avoid incorrect readings. Always keep at
least 6 feet / 2 meters distance when looking directly at the LED
signals. Avoid long direct exposure of eyes to the signals especially
under dark conditions.

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3 Introduction
The TD30 model is an easy to use, single piece, Digital Signal Processor based, field
portable, fully automatic VLF (Very Low Frequency) high voltage measurement instrument
developed for the high potential measuring of the insulation dielectrics of various types of
electrical apparatus.
4 Features
•Lightweight, portable, battery powered unit
•Solid state air insulated design
•Suitable for use with the HVA30 VLF test systems.
•Test results are easily stored via Notebook Computer or PocketPC via wireless
Bluetooth® connection.
•Supplied complete with TD communication and analysis software – TD Control
Center.
•Real-time display of actual output waveform.
•Power Save (Sleep) function (1 hour of inactivity), automatic wakeup on reapplication
of high voltage. One-Click reconnect in ControlCenter after Sleep
5 Applications
The TD30 provides the testing and commissioning engineer/technician with a versatile
high voltage tan delta measuring system suitable for testing medium voltage electrical
insulation systems such as cables (including: XLPE, PE, EPR, PILC, etc.), capacitors,
switchgear, transformers, rotating machines, insulators and bushings.
Tan Delta testing enables the cable test engineer to detect insulation defects before the
cable fails in service. The TD30 is a versatile tan delta measuring system that is directly
connected to the HVA series of VLF test systems from HV Diagnostics. The tan delta test
results of the test object can now be easily measured and recorded and the results stored
on a standard PC or Laptop for analysis, trending or quality control. This enables the
cable engineer to now make tan delta testing a routine maintenance test.
The TD30 is a battery powered system that is directly connected to the HVA30 series of
VLF test systems. Standard “C” size alkaline or rechargeable battery cells that are
commonly available will last up to 10 hours of continuous operation.
The TD30 is supplied with 30 feet /10 meters of terminated output cable to plug directly
into the HVA30 test system and is supplied complete with operating software which gives
a complete picture of the tan delta measurement together with a real time display of the
output voltage and current. The data transmission to standard notebook PC or PDA that
is Bluetooth® enabled, thus eliminating a direct connection between the TD30 and the
data collection device.

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6 General Description
Technical Specifications* 6.1
Characteristic TD30
Supply Power 2 C-Size Alkaline or NiMH Rechargeable Batteries
Operating Time Alkaline Batteries: min. 10 hours
Operating Time Rechargeable Battery: min 5 hours
Operating Time means uninterrupted use under full load. The
TD system incorporates an automatic power shutdown mode
during extended periods of inactivity which will further extend
the battery life.
Operating Voltage
Voltage Measurement
1 – 24 kVrms
Resolution 100 Vrms
Accuracy 0.5% of reading
Operating Current
Current Measurement
0.001mA - 14 mA rms
Resolution 1 µArms
Accuracy 1% of reading
Operating Frequency 0.1 Hz
Tan Delta Measurement 0.1 E-3 to 1000 E-3
Resolution 0.1 E-3
Accuracy: Load > 15nF and < 500nF: +/-0.2 E-3
Accuracy: Load < 15nF and > 500nF: +/-0.5 E-3
Load Capability Limit Minimum Load: 5nF
Computer Interface Bluetooth® Class 1
max. Transmission Power 12dB @ range 45 ft (15 meters)
indoor fully Bluetooth® SIG™ certified communication
HV Cable Test Lead Standard is 30 ft (10 m) with direct plug interface to HVA30
Series of HV Test Generators – other lengths are available.
Operating Temperature 20 to 113°F / -5 to 45°C
Storage Temperature -13 to 155°F / -25 to 70°C
Relative Humidity 0-80% non-condensing.
Weight 11 lbs / 5 kg
Dimensions Length x Diameter: 11” x 3” / 28 cm x 8 cm
*Technical Specifications are subject to change. HV Diagnostics reserves the right to modify values in accordance with
future HVA development.